A shock-absorbing dual-photoelectric pod gimbal structure

Abstract

This utility model discloses a shock-absorbing dual-electro-optical pod gimbal structure, relating to the field of UAV reconnaissance technology. It includes a mounting frame, with a first and second anti-wear pad respectively installed on the top of the frame. Four sets of fixing blocks are fixed to the outer side of the mounting frame, and shock-absorbing components are installed at the bottom of the fixing blocks. The beneficial effects of this utility model are: the mounting frame is fixed to the center of the UAV's bottom using screw sleeves, ensuring stable installation and wear resistance in conjunction with the first and second anti-wear pads; the first and second guide plates form a deformable structure, which, in conjunction with the damper, effectively dissipates vibration energy during UAV vibration through the rolling of the guide rod in the guide groove, the rotation of the guide plate, and the damping effect, reducing the impact on the optoelectronic equipment and improving imaging quality and detection effect; the filter plate filters dust, providing a clean air source for the air pump; the air pump ejects high-pressure airflow through the exhaust hood and blows it towards the lens, improving lens cleaning efficiency and image clarity.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) reconnaissance technology, and in particular to a shock-absorbing dual optoelectronic pod gimbal structure. Background Technology

[0002] In the field of social security, UAV electro-optical reconnaissance is also of great significance. It can be used for security of large-scale events, real-time monitoring of crowd dynamics, timely detection and early warning of security risks, rapid coverage of vast areas in border patrols, identification of illegal border crossings, and assistance in disaster relief by quickly locating trapped personnel and assessing disaster losses.

[0003] The UAV electro-optical pod is an important mission payload device installed on the UAV, integrating various photoelectric sensors such as visible light cameras, infrared thermal imagers, and laser rangefinders. During use, existing UAV electro-optical pods experience significant vibrations due to air interference and their own power, leading to shaky images. Current technology typically uses shock-absorbing balls for vibration reduction, which are effective at specific frequencies but have limited effectiveness at other frequencies, affecting the overall vibration reduction performance. Furthermore, dust accumulates on the lenses of the photoelectric equipment inside the pod over time, interfering with the lenses and affecting reconnaissance imaging. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this section is to outline some aspects of embodiments of the present invention and to briefly describe some preferred embodiments. Simplifications or omissions may be made in this section, as well as in the abstract and title of this application, to avoid obscuring the purpose of these documents; however, such simplifications or omissions should not be construed as limiting the scope of the present invention.

[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides the following technical solution: A shock-absorbing dual-photoelectric pod gimbal structure includes a mounting frame. The top of the mounting frame is respectively provided with a first anti-wear pad and a second anti-wear pad. Four sets of fixing blocks are fixed on the outside of the mounting frame. A shock-absorbing component is provided at the bottom of the fixing block. A bearing plate is provided at the bottom of the shock-absorbing component. A pod is provided at the bottom of the bearing plate. A thermal imaging device and a camera are respectively installed inside the pod. A cleaning component is provided inside the pod. The shock absorption assembly includes a connecting frame fixed to the bottom of the fixing block. The connecting frame is provided with a first guide plate and a second guide plate. The first guide plate and the second guide plate are rotatably connected by a connecting rod. A damper is rotatably connected to one side of the first guide plate, and the other end of the damper is rotatably connected to one side of the second guide plate. The cleaning assembly includes an air pump fixed to the inner wall of the chamber, the air pump's outlet end being connected to an air outlet pipe, and the outer side of the air outlet pipe being connected to multiple sets of air outlet hoods.

[0006] As a preferred embodiment of the shock-absorbing dual photoelectric pod gimbal structure of this utility model, the inner wall of the mounting frame is fixed with four sets of screw sleeves, and the inner cavity of the mounting frame is provided with through holes.

[0007] As a preferred embodiment of the shock-absorbing dual photoelectric pod gimbal structure of this utility model, the top of the bearing plate is fixed with a connecting seat, the top of the connecting seat is fixed with a fixing frame, and one end of the first guide plate and the second guide plate are rotatably connected to the inner wall of the fixing frame.

[0008] As a preferred embodiment of the shock-absorbing dual photoelectric pod gimbal structure of this utility model, the inner wall of the connecting frame is rotatably connected to a guide rod, the inner cavity of the second guide plate is provided with a guide groove, and the outer side of the guide rod is rolledly connected to the inner wall of the guide groove.

[0009] As a preferred embodiment of the shock-absorbing dual photoelectric pod gimbal structure of this utility model, wherein: a wind box is fixed to the inner wall of the pod, and the inner wall of the wind box is connected to the air inlet of the air pump.

[0010] As a preferred embodiment of the shock-absorbing dual photoelectric pod gimbal structure of this utility model, the inner wall of the air box is provided with an air inlet, and a filter plate is fixed to the inner wall of the air inlet.

[0011] As a preferred embodiment of the shock-absorbing dual photoelectric pod gimbal structure of this utility model, a drive motor is fixed to the top of the support plate, the output end of the drive motor passes through the inner wall of the support plate and is fixed to a drive block, and the bottom of the drive block is fixed to the top of the pod.

[0012] In summary, this utility model has the following beneficial effects: the mounting bracket is fixed to the center of the bottom of the drone by the screw sleeve, and with the first and second anti-wear pads, the installation is stable and wear-resistant. The first and second guide plates form a deformable structure, which, in conjunction with the damper, effectively consumes vibration energy when the drone vibrates through the rolling of the guide rod in the guide groove, the rotation of the guide plate, and the damping effect, reducing the impact on the optoelectronic equipment and improving the imaging quality and detection effect. The filter plate filters dust and provides a clean air source for the air pump. The air pump sprays high-pressure airflow through the air outlet hood and blows it toward the lens, achieving contactless cleaning and improving the lens cleaning efficiency and imaging clarity. Attached Figure Description

[0013] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort. Among them: Figure 1 This is an overall structural diagram of the shock-absorbing dual-photoelectric pod gimbal structure.

[0014] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the mounting bracket in this utility model.

[0015] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the shock absorption component in this utility model.

[0016] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the cabin of this utility model.

[0017] The following are the labeling elements in the diagram: 1. Mounting bracket; 2. First anti-wear pad; 3. Second anti-wear pad; 4. Fixing block; 5. Shock absorption assembly; 51. Connecting bracket; 52. First guide plate; 53. Second guide plate; 54. Damper; 6. Bearing plate; 7. Cabin; 8. Cleaning assembly; 81. Air pump; 82. Air outlet pipe; 83. Air outlet hood; 9. Thermal imaging equipment; 10. Camera; 11. Screw sleeve; 12. Through hole; 13. Connecting seat; 14. Fixing bracket; 15. Guide rod; 16. Guide groove; 17. Air box; 18. Air inlet; 19. Drive motor; 20. Drive block. Detailed Implementation

[0018] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features and advantages of this utility model more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0019] Many specific details are set forth in the following description in order to provide a full understanding of the present invention. However, the present invention may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein. Those skilled in the art can make similar extensions without departing from the spirit of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0020] Secondly, the term "an embodiment" or "embodiment" as used herein refers to a specific feature, structure, or characteristic that may be included in at least one implementation of the present invention. The phrase "in one embodiment" appearing in different places in this specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it a single or selective embodiment that excludes other embodiments.

[0021] Example 1: Reference Figures 1-4This is the first embodiment of the present invention. This embodiment provides a shock-absorbing dual photoelectric pod gimbal structure, including a mounting frame 1. The top of the mounting frame 1 is respectively provided with a first anti-wear pad 2 and a second anti-wear pad 3. Four sets of fixing blocks 4 are fixed on the outside of the mounting frame 1. The bottom of the fixing blocks 4 is provided with a shock-absorbing component 5. The bottom of the shock-absorbing component 5 is provided with a bearing plate 6. The bottom of the bearing plate 6 is provided with a cabin 7. A thermal imaging device 9 and a camera 10 are respectively installed inside the cabin 7. A cleaning component 8 is provided inside the cabin 7.

[0022] Mounting bracket 1 is installed on the bottom of the drone. The first anti-wear pad 2 and the second anti-wear pad 3 prevent wear between the mounting bracket 1 and the drone after installation. The shock absorption component 5 reduces the vibration generated by the drone during use, reduces the impact of vibration on the optoelectronic equipment, and improves the imaging quality and detection effect. The cabin 7 achieves the effect of protecting the optoelectronic equipment. The thermal imaging device 9 and the camera 10 have the same structure and working principle as the infrared thermal imager and visible light camera in application number 201721453313.8. The thermal imaging device 9 generates thermal images by detecting the infrared radiation emitted by objects, and the camera 10 captures images in the visible light range through an optical lens. This is existing technology and will not be described in detail here. The cleaning component 8 achieves the effect of cleaning dust on the lenses of the thermal imaging device 9 and the camera 10, improving the image clarity.

[0023] The shock absorption assembly 5 includes a connecting frame 51 fixed to the bottom of the fixing block 4. The connecting frame 51 has a first guide plate 52 and a second guide plate 53 respectively. The first guide plate 52 and the second guide plate 53 are rotatably connected by a connecting rod. A damper 54 is rotatably connected to one side of the first guide plate 52, and the other end of the damper 54 is rotatably connected to one side of the second guide plate 53.

[0024] The first guide plate 52 and the second guide plate 53 are rotatably connected by a connecting rod to form a deformable structure. The damper 54 consumes the vibration energy generated by the deformation of the first guide plate 52 and the second guide plate 53 through damping, thereby reducing the impact on the photoelectric equipment and improving the imaging quality and detection effect.

[0025] The cleaning component 8 includes an air pump 81 fixed to the inner wall of the chamber 7. The air outlet of the air pump 81 is connected to an air outlet pipe 82, and the outer side of the air outlet pipe 82 is connected to multiple air outlet hoods 83.

[0026] Air pump 81 draws in gas and sprays out high-pressure airflow through air outlet pipe 82 and air outlet hood 83. The airflow is sprayed onto the lens of thermal imaging device 9 and camera 10, blowing away dust and stains attached to the window on the lens, achieving contactless cleaning. Moreover, the multiple air outlet hoods 83 are in different positions, which can be adjusted and installed according to the position of the lens of thermal imaging device 9 and camera 10.

[0027] Example 2: This is the second embodiment of the present invention, which is based on the previous embodiment.

[0028] Specifically, four sets of threaded sleeves 11 are fixed to the inner wall of the mounting bracket 1, and a through hole 12 is opened in the inner cavity of the mounting bracket 1.

[0029] The mounting bracket 1 can be installed at the center of the bottom of the drone using the screw sleeve 11, and can be connected to other external devices through the through hole 12.

[0030] Specifically, a connecting seat 13 is fixed to the top of the bearing plate 6, and a fixing frame 14 is fixed to the top of the connecting seat 13. One end of the first guide plate 52 and the second guide plate 53 are rotatably connected to the inner wall of the fixing frame 14.

[0031] The first guide plate 52 and the second guide plate 53 are supported by the fixing frame 14, so that the first guide plate 52 and the second guide plate 53 can rotate on the fixing frame 14, thereby improving the stability of the first guide plate 52 and the second guide plate 53.

[0032] Specifically, a guide rod 15 is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the connecting frame 51, and a guide groove 16 is provided in the inner cavity of the second guide plate 53, with the outer side of the guide rod 15 being rolledly connected to the inner wall of the guide groove 16.

[0033] The movement of the connecting frame 51 causes the guide rod 15 to roll inside the guide groove 16, applying pressure to the first guide plate 52 and the second guide plate 53. The first guide plate 52, the second guide plate 53 and the damper 54 rotate, absorbing the vibration generated by the UAV and the cabin 7. The damping effect of the damper 54 reduces the vibration energy, reduces the impact of vibration on the optoelectronic equipment, and improves the imaging quality and detection effect.

[0034] Example 3: This is the third embodiment of the present invention, which is based on the first two embodiments.

[0035] Specifically, a bellows 17 is fixed to the inner wall of the cabin 7, and the inner wall of the bellows 17 is connected to the air inlet of the air pump 81.

[0036] The bellows 17 provides a clean air source for the air pump 81. The bellows 17 draws in outside air through the air inlet 18, and the clean air enters the air pump 81 and is ejected through the air outlet 82.

[0037] Specifically, the inner wall of the air box 17 is provided with an air inlet 18, and a filter plate is fixed on the inner wall of the air inlet 18.

[0038] The filter plate filters the dust entering the air inlet 18, preventing dust from entering the air pump 81 and the chamber 7, thus protecting the optical equipment and the air pump 81. The filtered gas then cleans the lens of the optoelectronic equipment, improving the lens cleaning efficiency.

[0039] Specifically, a drive motor 19 is fixed to the top of the support plate 6. The output end of the drive motor 19 passes through the inner wall of the support plate 6 and is fixed to a drive block 20. The bottom of the drive block 20 is fixed to the top of the cabin 7.

[0040] The drive motor 19 drives the drive block 20 and the cabin 7 to rotate, thereby adjusting the angle of the cabin 7 and realizing the rotation function of the cabin 7 to adjust the detection angle.

[0041] During use, the mounting bracket 1 is fixed to the center of the bottom of the drone by the screw sleeve 11. The first anti-wear pad 2 and the second anti-wear pad 3 can effectively prevent wear between the mounting bracket 1 and the drone, ensuring the stability and durability of the installation. When the drone vibrates during flight, the first guide plate 52 and the second guide plate 53 are rotatably connected by the connecting rod to form a deformable structure. The moving connecting bracket 51 drives the guide rod 15 to roll in the guide groove 16, applying pressure to the guide plate and causing it to rotate with the damper 54. The damper 54 consumes vibration energy through damping. The air pump 81 draws in gas and then sprays out high-pressure airflow through the air outlet pipe 82 and air outlet hood 83. The airflow sprays onto the lenses of the thermal imaging device 9 and the camera 10, blowing away dust and dirt to achieve contactless cleaning. The filter plate filters the dust and provides a clean air source for the air pump 81. The drive motor 19 drives the drive block 20 and the cabin 7 to rotate, adjusting the angle of the cabin 7 to achieve the rotation function of the cabin 7 and adjust the detection angle.

[0042] It should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solution of this utility model and are not intended to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications or equivalent substitutions can be made to the technical solution of this utility model without departing from the spirit and scope of the technical solution of this utility model, and all such modifications or substitutions should be covered within the scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A shock-absorbing dual-photoelectric pod gimbal structure, comprising a mounting frame (1), characterized in that: The top of the mounting frame (1) is provided with a first anti-wear pad (2) and a second anti-wear pad (3). Four sets of fixing blocks (4) are fixed on the outside of the mounting frame (1). A shock-absorbing component (5) is provided at the bottom of the fixing block (4). A bearing plate (6) is provided at the bottom of the shock-absorbing component (5). A cabin (7) is provided at the bottom of the bearing plate (6). A thermal imaging device (9) and a camera (10) are installed inside the cabin (7). A cleaning component (8) is provided inside the cabin (7). The shock absorption assembly (5) includes a connecting frame (51) fixed to the bottom of the fixing block (4). The connecting frame (51) is provided with a first guide plate (52) and a second guide plate (53) respectively. The first guide plate (52) and the second guide plate (53) are rotatably connected by a connecting rod. A damper (54) is rotatably connected to one side of the first guide plate (52), and the other end of the damper (54) is rotatably connected to one side of the second guide plate (53). The cleaning component (8) includes an air pump (81) fixed to the inner wall of the chamber (7), the air outlet of the air pump (81) is connected to an air outlet pipe (82), and the outer side of the air outlet pipe (82) is connected to multiple sets of air outlet hoods (83).

2. The shock-absorbing dual-photoelectric pod gimbal structure as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The inner wall of the mounting bracket (1) is fixed with four sets of screw sleeves (11), and the inner cavity of the mounting bracket (1) is provided with through holes (12).

3. The shock-absorbing dual-photoelectric pod gimbal structure as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the bearing plate (6) is fixed with a connecting seat (13), the top of the connecting seat (13) is fixed with a fixing frame (14), and one end of the first guide plate (52) and the second guide plate (53) are rotatably connected to the inner wall of the fixing frame (14).

4. The shock-absorbing dual-photoelectric pod gimbal structure as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The inner wall of the connecting frame (51) is rotatably connected to a guide rod (15), and the inner cavity of the second guide plate (53) is provided with a guide groove (16), and the outer side of the guide rod (15) is rolledly connected to the inner wall of the guide groove (16).

5. The shock-absorbing dual-photoelectric pod gimbal structure as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The inner wall of the cabin (7) is fixed with a bellows (17), and the inner wall of the bellows (17) is connected to the air inlet of the air pump (81).

6. The shock-absorbing dual-photoelectric pod gimbal structure as described in claim 5, characterized in that: The inner wall of the air box (17) is provided with an air inlet (18), and a filter plate is fixed on the inner wall of the air inlet (18).

7. The shock-absorbing dual-photoelectric pod gimbal structure as described in claim 1, characterized in that: A drive motor (19) is fixed to the top of the support plate (6). The output end of the drive motor (19) passes through the inner wall of the support plate (6) and is fixed to a drive block (20). The bottom of the drive block (20) is fixed to the top of the cabin (7).

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