Unmanned aerial vehicle tilt photography protection mechanism
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202522568506.9
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-12-03
- Publication Date
- 2026-10-30
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-12-03
AI Technical Summary
[0005]摄像头通常直接裸露安装于无人机底座底部，树枝刮擦、飞石撞击可直接导致镜头破损，降落时地面冲击、飞行中的湍流震动易引发内部元件位移或损坏，因此，在复杂环境场景中使用时存在不便提升设备抗损能力的问题
1.在使用该无人机倾斜摄影保护机构时，无人机控制系统实时监测环境数据，当需要调整拍摄角度时，通过电信号触发转动机构，转动机构带动防护外壳及其内部摄像头进行范围旋转，从而扩大视角覆盖范围，当检测到撞击风险或完成拍摄时，通过电信号触发启闭机构，启闭机构通过齿轮传动精确控制端盖旋转关闭，阻尼减震器在连接座与固定座之间构成弹性缓冲带，可吸收垂直方向冲击力，防震泡沫层则通过形变分散侧向冲击能量，二者协同形成多向防护体系，同时，防护外壳与端盖的闭合状态可完全包裹摄像头，配合防震泡沫层与阻尼减震器，形成从外到内的三级防护结构，提升设备抗损能力，尤其适用于复杂地形或恶劣气象条件下的无人机倾斜摄影作业。
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of protection technology for drone photography equipment, and in particular to a drone oblique photography protection mechanism. Background Technology
[0002] The UAV oblique photography protection mechanism is a specialized device that integrates mechanical protection, intelligent obstacle avoidance, and dynamic stabilization systems. It is designed to ensure the safety and stability of UAVs in achieving high-precision data acquisition during oblique photography missions.
[0003] In traditional drone tilt photography equipment, the camera is usually directly and exposed on the bottom of the drone base without any protective structure. While this design can meet basic shooting needs in normal operating scenarios, it has significant technical defects: In complex terrain (such as mountains and dense forests) or severe weather conditions (such as strong winds, rain, and sandstorms), the exposed camera is susceptible to impacts from external objects, vibrations, and environmental erosion. For example, scratches from tree branches or impacts from flying rocks can directly damage the lens; ground impacts during landing and turbulent vibrations during flight can easily cause displacement or damage to internal components; and rain, snow, and dust intrusion may cause blurring of optical components or circuit failures. These defects directly result in weak equipment resistance to damage, increasing maintenance costs and the risk of operational interruptions.
[0004] Therefore, to address the issue of difficulty in improving equipment damage resistance when used in complex environments, a drone tilt photography protection mechanism can be designed. When using this mechanism, upon detecting an impact risk or completing the shooting, an opening and closing mechanism is triggered by an electrical signal. This mechanism precisely controls the end cap to rotate and close via gear transmission. A damping shock absorber forms an elastic buffer zone between the connecting seat and the fixed seat, absorbing vertical impact forces. The shock-absorbing foam layer disperses lateral impact energy through deformation. Together, they form a multi-directional protection system. Simultaneously, the closed state of the protective shell and the end cap completely encloses the camera. Combined with the shock-absorbing foam layer and the damping shock absorber, a three-level protection structure from the outside in is formed, improving the equipment's damage resistance. This is especially suitable for drone tilt photography operations in complex terrain or severe weather conditions. Utility Model Content
[0005] Cameras are usually directly and exposed on the bottom of the drone base. Scratches from tree branches or impacts from flying rocks can directly damage the lens. Ground impacts during landing and turbulent vibrations during flight can easily cause displacement or damage to internal components. Therefore, it is inconvenient to improve the equipment's damage resistance when used in complex environments.
[0006] The technical solution of this utility model is as follows: a drone tilt photography protection mechanism, including a fixed base, which is fixedly installed on the inner wall of the drone base, and a connecting base. The connecting base is provided below the fixed base. Multiple sets of buffer mechanisms are provided between the connecting base and the fixed base. A protective shell is rotatably provided below the connecting base. An end cap is rotatably provided at the end of the protective shell. Both the inner wall of the end cap and the inner wall of the protective shell are provided with shock-absorbing foam layers. A rotating mechanism is provided between the protective shell and the connecting base. An opening and closing mechanism is provided at the connection between the end cap and the protective shell. The outer diameter of the end cap and the inner diameter of the end of the protective shell are mutually adapted.
[0007] Preferably, when using this drone oblique photography protection mechanism, the drone control system monitors environmental data in real time. When the shooting angle needs to be adjusted, an electrical signal triggers a rotation mechanism, which drives the protective shell and its internal camera to rotate within a range, thereby expanding the field of view coverage. When an impact risk is detected or the shooting is completed, an electrical signal triggers an opening and closing mechanism, which precisely controls the end cap to rotate and close via gear transmission. The damping shock absorber forms an elastic buffer zone between the connecting seat and the fixed seat, which can absorb vertical impact force. The shock-absorbing foam layer disperses lateral impact energy through deformation. The two work together to form a multi-directional protection system. At the same time, the closed state of the protective shell and the end cap can completely wrap the camera. Together with the shock-absorbing foam layer and the damping shock absorber, a three-level protection structure from the outside to the inside is formed, which improves the equipment's damage resistance and is especially suitable for drone oblique photography operations in complex terrain or severe weather conditions.
[0008] Preferably, the buffer mechanism includes a damping shock absorber, with multiple sets of damping shock absorbers arranged between the fixed seat and the connecting seat. The fixed end of the damping shock absorber is fixedly connected to the bottom of the fixed seat, and the telescopic end of the damping shock absorber is fixedly connected to the top of the connecting seat.
[0009] Preferably, the rotating mechanism includes a connector and a fixing member. Two sets of connectors are fixedly installed at the bottom of the connecting seat, and a fixing member is installed between the two sets of connectors. The fixing member is fixedly installed on the top of the protective shell.
[0010] Preferably, the rotating mechanism also includes a rotating shaft and a rotating motor. The rotating motor is fixedly installed on the side wall of one set of connecting parts, and the rotating shaft is installed at the output end of the rotating motor. The rotating shaft passes through and is rotatably installed between the two sets of connecting parts, and the fixing part is fixedly sleeved on the side wall of the rotating shaft.
[0011] Preferably, the opening and closing mechanism includes a fixed shell and a connecting shaft. A rotating motor is fixedly installed on the side wall of one set of connecting parts, and a rotating shaft is installed at the output end of the rotating motor. The rotating shaft passes through and is rotatably installed between the two sets of connecting parts, and the fixing part is fixedly sleeved on the side wall of the rotating shaft.
[0012] Preferably, the opening and closing mechanism also includes an electrically controlled telescopic rod, a fixed toothed plate, and a rotating gear. An electrically controlled telescopic rod is fixedly installed on one side of the outer wall of the protective shell. A fixed toothed plate is fixedly installed at the telescopic end of the electrically controlled telescopic rod. A rotating gear is fixedly installed at the upper end of the connecting shaft. The fixed toothed plate meshes with the rotating gear. The rotating gear and the fixed toothed plate are located in the inner cavity of the fixed shell.
[0013] The beneficial effects of this utility model are: 1. When using this drone oblique photography protection mechanism, the drone control system monitors environmental data in real time. When the shooting angle needs to be adjusted, the rotation mechanism is triggered by an electrical signal. The rotation mechanism drives the protective shell and its internal camera to rotate within a range, thereby expanding the field of view coverage. When an impact risk is detected or the shooting is completed, the opening and closing mechanism is triggered by an electrical signal. The opening and closing mechanism precisely controls the end cap to rotate and close through gear transmission. The damping shock absorber forms an elastic buffer zone between the connecting seat and the fixed seat, which can absorb vertical impact force. The shock-absorbing foam layer disperses lateral impact energy through deformation. The two work together to form a multi-directional protection system. At the same time, the closed state of the protective shell and the end cap can completely wrap the camera. Together with the shock-absorbing foam layer and the damping shock absorber, a three-level protection structure from the outside to the inside is formed to improve the equipment's damage resistance. It is especially suitable for drone oblique photography operations in complex terrain or severe weather conditions.
[0014] 2. The rotating mechanism enables dynamic adjustment of the camera's shooting angle. Combined with the range rotation function of the protective shell, it significantly improves the viewing angle flexibility of aerial surveying operations. Attached Figure Description
[0015] Figure 1 The diagram shown is a first three-dimensional structural schematic of the UAV oblique photography protection mechanism of this utility model; Figure 2 The diagram shown is a partial three-dimensional structural schematic of the UAV oblique photography protection mechanism of this utility model. Figure 3 The diagram shown is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the closed structure of the end cap and protective shell of the UAV oblique photography protection mechanism of this utility model. Figure 4 The diagram shown is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the end cap and protective shell of the UAV oblique photography protection mechanism of this utility model. Figure 5 The diagram shown is a partial three-dimensional structural schematic of the closing mechanism of the UAV oblique photography protection mechanism of this utility model. Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1. Fixed base; 2. Connecting base; 3. Protective shell; 4. End cap; 5. Shock-absorbing foam layer; 6. Damping shock absorber; 7. Connecting piece; 8. Fixing piece; 9. Rotating shaft; 10. Rotating motor; 11. Fixed shell; 12. Connecting shaft; 13. Electrically controlled telescopic rod; 14. Fixed toothed plate; 15. Rotating gear. Detailed Implementation
[0016] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.
[0017] Please see Figure 2 and Figure 3 This utility model provides an embodiment of a drone tilt photography protection mechanism, including a fixed base 1, which is fixedly installed on the inner wall of the drone base, and a connecting base 2. The connecting base 2 is provided below the fixed base 1. Multiple sets of buffer mechanisms are provided between the connecting base 2 and the fixed base 1. A protective shell 3 is rotatably provided below the connecting base 2. An end cap 4 is rotatably provided at the end of the protective shell 3. Both the inner wall of the end cap 4 and the inner wall of the protective shell 3 are provided with shock-absorbing foam layers 5. A rotating mechanism is provided between the protective shell 3 and the connecting base 2. An opening and closing mechanism is provided at the connection between the end cap 4 and the protective shell 3. The outer diameter of the end cap 4 is compatible with the inner diameter of the end of the protective shell 3.
[0018] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 3 The buffer mechanism includes a damping shock absorber 6. Multiple sets of damping shock absorbers 6 are arranged between the fixed seat 1 and the connecting seat 2. The fixed end of the damping shock absorber 6 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the fixed seat 1, and the telescopic end of the damping shock absorber 6 is fixedly connected to the top of the connecting seat 2. The damping shock absorber 6 forms an elastic buffer band between the connecting seat 2 and the fixed seat 1, which can absorb vertical impact force.
[0019] Please see Figure 2 and Figure 4 The rotating mechanism includes a connector 7 and a fixing member 8. Two sets of connectors 7 are fixedly installed at the bottom of the connecting seat 2, and a fixing member 8 is installed between the two sets of connectors 7. The fixing member 8 is fixedly installed on the top of the protective shell 3. The protective shell 3 is rotatably connected to the connectors 7 through the fixing member 8. The rotating mechanism also includes a rotating shaft 9 and a rotating motor 10. The rotating motor 10 is fixedly installed on the side wall of one set of connectors 7. The rotating shaft 9 is installed at the output end of the rotating motor 10. The rotating shaft 9 passes through and is rotatably installed between the two sets of connectors 7. The fixing member 8 is fixedly sleeved on the side wall of the rotating shaft 9. When the rotating motor 10 is started, the rotating shaft 9 drives the fixing member 8 to rotate the protective shell 3, thereby expanding the field of view coverage.
[0020] Please see Figure 4 and Figure 5The opening and closing mechanism includes a fixed shell 11 and a connecting shaft 12. A rotating motor 10 is fixedly installed on the side wall of a set of connecting parts 7. A rotating shaft 9 is installed at the output end of the rotating motor 10. The rotating shaft 9 passes through and is rotatably installed between the two sets of connecting parts 7. A fixing part 8 is fixedly sleeved on the side wall of the rotating shaft 9. The end cover 4 is adjusted and rotated through the connecting shaft 12. The opening and closing mechanism also includes an electrically controlled telescopic rod 13, a fixed toothed plate 14, and a rotating gear 15. An electrically controlled telescopic rod 13 is fixedly installed on one side of the outer wall of the protective shell 3. A fixed toothed plate 14 is fixedly installed at the telescopic end of the electrically controlled telescopic rod 13. A rotating gear 15 is fixedly installed at the upper end of the connecting shaft 12. The fixed toothed plate 14 meshes with the rotating gear 15. The rotating gear 15 and the fixed toothed plate 14 are located in the inner cavity of the fixed shell 11. The electrically controlled telescopic rod 13 extends and pushes the fixed toothed plate 14. The rotating gear 15 drives the connecting shaft 12 to rotate, and the end cover 4 opens to expose the camera.
[0021] When using the drone tilt photography protection mechanism, the working principle of the drone tilt photography protection mechanism can be described in detail as follows: The device is firmly installed on the inner wall of the drone base through the fixed seat 1, and the connecting seat 2 is suspended below the fixed seat 1 through multiple sets of buffer mechanisms to form a primary impact-resistant structure.
[0022] The top of the protective housing 3 is connected to the connecting seat 2 via a rotating mechanism: two sets of connecting parts 7 are fixed at the bottom of the connecting seat 2, the fixing part 8 is located at the top of the protective housing 3, and the rotating shaft 9 passes through the connecting parts 7 and is driven by the rotating motor 10 to realize the axial rotation of the protective housing 3.
[0023] The protective housing 3 is equipped with an end cap 4, which is opened and closed by an opening and closing mechanism: during normal shooting, the electric telescopic rod 13 extends and pushes the fixed toothed plate 14, which drives the connecting shaft 12 to rotate through the rotating gear 15, and the end cap 4 opens to expose the camera. When encountering risks or when shooting is completed, the electric telescopic rod 13 retracts and the end cap 4 closes to form a sealed space. The inner wall of the protective housing 3 and the inner wall of the end cap 4 are both composite with shockproof foam layers 5 to form double buffer protection.
[0024] The specific operation process reflects the intelligent linkage characteristics: the drone control system monitors environmental data in real time. When a collision risk is detected or the shooting angle needs to be adjusted, the corresponding actuator is triggered by an electrical signal. When the rotating motor 10 starts, the rotating shaft 9 drives the fixing part 8 to rotate the protective shell 3, expanding the field of view coverage. When the electrically controlled telescopic rod 13 extends or retracts, the opening and closing angle of the end cover 4 is precisely controlled by gear transmission.
[0025] The damping shock absorber 6 forms an elastic buffer zone between the connecting seat 2 and the fixed seat 1, which can absorb vertical impact force. The shock-absorbing foam layer 5 disperses lateral impact energy through deformation. The two work together to form a multi-directional protection system. The fixed shell 11 provides physical protection for the gear set of the opening and closing mechanism to avoid foreign objects from getting stuck and affecting the opening and closing efficiency.
[0026] When the protective shell 3 and end cap 4 are closed, they can completely enclose the camera. Together with the shock-absorbing foam layer 5 and the damping shock absorber 6, they form a three-level protective structure from the outside to the inside, effectively resisting physical impacts such as falls and collisions.
[0027] The rotating mechanism enables dynamic adjustment of the camera's shooting angle. Combined with the range rotation function of the protective shell 3, it significantly improves the viewing angle flexibility of aerial surveying operations.
[0028] The opening and closing mechanism is linked with the drone alarm system, which can automatically respond to risk signals and complete the rapid closing, avoiding delays caused by manual intervention.
[0029] The closed state forms a sealed protection for the lens surface, preventing rainwater and dust corrosion and extending the service life of the equipment.
[0030] Compared to traditional exposed camera installation solutions, this organization uses a structured protective design to enhance the equipment's resistance to damage while ensuring aerial survey accuracy. It is particularly suitable for drone oblique photography operations in complex terrain or severe weather conditions, effectively balancing shooting performance and equipment safety requirements.
[0031] In addition, two sets of damping and shock-absorbing feet are added to the landing gear on both sides of the bottom of the drone, which can buffer and reduce shock during take-off and landing, and also provide buffer protection for the camera.
[0032] Through the above steps, when using the drone tilt photography protection mechanism, the drone control system monitors environmental data in real time. When the shooting angle needs to be adjusted, the rotation mechanism is triggered by an electrical signal. The rotation mechanism drives the protective shell 3 and its internal camera to rotate within a range, thereby expanding the field of view coverage. When an impact risk is detected or the shooting is completed, the opening and closing mechanism is triggered by an electrical signal. The opening and closing mechanism precisely controls the end cap 4 to rotate and close through gear transmission. The damping shock absorber 6 forms an elastic buffer zone between the connecting seat 2 and the fixed seat 1, which can absorb vertical impact force. The shock-absorbing foam layer 5 disperses lateral impact energy through deformation. The two work together to form a multi-directional protection system. At the same time, the closed state of the protective shell 3 and the end cap 4 can completely wrap the camera. Together with the shock-absorbing foam layer 5 and the damping shock absorber 6, a three-level protection structure from the outside to the inside is formed, which improves the equipment's damage resistance. It is especially suitable for drone tilt photography operations under complex terrain or severe weather conditions.
[0033] The embodiments of the present invention have been described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments. Within the scope of knowledge possessed by those skilled in the art, various changes can be made without departing from the spirit of the present invention.
Claims
1. A drone tilt photography protection mechanism, comprising a fixed base (1), the fixed base (1) being fixedly installed on the inner wall of the drone base, characterized in that: It also includes a connecting seat (2), a connecting seat (2) is provided below the fixed seat (1), multiple sets of buffer mechanisms are provided between the connecting seat (2) and the fixed seat (1), a protective shell (3) is rotatably provided below the connecting seat (2), an end cap (4) is rotatably provided at the end of the protective shell (3), a shock-absorbing foam layer (5) is provided on the inner wall of the end cap (4) and the inner wall of the protective shell (3), a rotating mechanism is provided between the protective shell (3) and the connecting seat (2), an opening and closing mechanism is provided at the connection between the end cap (4) and the protective shell (3), and the outer diameter of the end cap (4) and the inner diameter of the end of the protective shell (3) are mutually compatible.
2. The UAV oblique photography protection mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The buffer mechanism includes a damping shock absorber (6). Multiple sets of damping shock absorbers (6) are provided between the fixed seat (1) and the connecting seat (2). The fixed end of the damping shock absorber (6) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the fixed seat (1), and the telescopic end of the damping shock absorber (6) is fixedly connected to the top of the connecting seat (2).
3. The UAV oblique photography protection mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The rotating mechanism includes a connector (7) and a fixing member (8). Two sets of connectors (7) are fixedly installed at the bottom of the connecting seat (2), and a fixing member (8) is installed between the two sets of connectors (7). The fixing member (8) is fixedly installed on the top of the protective shell (3).
4. The UAV oblique photography protection mechanism according to claim 3, characterized in that: The rotating mechanism also includes a rotating shaft (9) and a rotating motor (10). A set of connecting parts (7) is fixedly provided with a rotating motor (10) on its side wall. The output end of the rotating motor (10) is provided with a rotating shaft (9). The rotating shaft (9) passes through and is rotatably provided between the two sets of connecting parts (7). The fixing part (8) is fixedly sleeved on the side wall of the rotating shaft (9).
5. The UAV oblique photography protection mechanism according to claim 3, characterized in that: The opening and closing mechanism includes a fixed shell (11) and a connecting shaft (12). A rotating motor (10) is fixedly installed on the side wall of a set of connecting parts (7). A rotating shaft (9) is installed at the output end of the rotating motor (10). The rotating shaft (9) passes through and is rotatably installed between the two sets of connecting parts (7). A fixing part (8) is fixedly sleeved on the side wall of the rotating shaft (9).
6. The UAV oblique photography protection mechanism according to claim 5, characterized in that: The opening and closing mechanism also includes an electrically controlled telescopic rod (13), a fixed toothed plate (14), and a rotating gear (15). An electrically controlled telescopic rod (13) is fixedly installed on one side of the outer wall of the protective shell (3). A fixed toothed plate (14) is fixedly installed at the telescopic end of the electrically controlled telescopic rod (13). A rotating gear (15) is fixedly installed at the upper end of the connecting shaft (12). The fixed toothed plate (14) meshes with the rotating gear (15). The rotating gear (15) and the fixed toothed plate (14) are located in the inner cavity of the fixed shell (11).