A sorting warehouse connection cabinet based on unmanned aerial vehicle and AGV distribution

Abstract

The utility model provides a kind of based on unmanned plane and AGV distribution's sorting warehousing connection cabinet, connection cabinet has cabinet, monitoring system for monitoring the situation around cabinet is arranged on cabinet;Unmanned aerial vehicle pick-up area is arranged on the upper portion of cabinet, AGV pick-up area and manual pick-up area are arranged on the both sides of cabinet, display screen is arranged above manual pick-up area, and the specific position of the article box of manual pick-up is determined by scanning two-dimensional code on display screen.The utility model multimode collaborative distribution: integrate unmanned plane, AGV and manual pick-up, adapt to complex scene demand, improve distribution flexibility.Sorting warehousing connection cabinet is integrated by unmanned plane top cabin, AGV bottom cabin and manual pick-up area, and three-mode collaborative distribution is realized.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) technology, specifically relating to a sorting and storage docking cabinet based on UAV and AGV delivery. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, food delivery faces the following challenges in areas such as residential communities, hotels, and commercial complexes: Terrain limitations: Complex environments such as high-rise buildings, green belts, and underground parking garages can obstruct the flight path of drones, and they must also avoid densely populated areas; Complex road conditions: Ground-based intelligent vehicles (such as AGVs) are affected by narrow roads, steps, and temporary obstacles, resulting in low last-mile delivery efficiency; Limited delivery model: Traditional drones or smart vehicles only support a single delivery method and cannot flexibly respond to sudden needs (such as users picking up their own packages).

[0003] Existing solutions have significant shortcomings: Pure drone delivery: Due to airspace control and weight restrictions, it cannot cover lower floors and indoor areas; Purely intelligent vehicle delivery: low efficiency of ground traffic and inability to deliver across floors; Manual sorting and retrieval of meals: Riders or users need to find the meals themselves, which is prone to errors and omissions during peak periods. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the aforementioned technical issues, this invention provides a sorting and storage docking cabinet based on drone and AGV delivery.

[0005] This utility model is achieved through the following technical solution: A sorting and storage docking station based on drone and AGV delivery. The connection cabinet system has a cabinet, and a monitoring system for monitoring the surrounding environment of the cabinet is installed on the cabinet. An AGV (Automated Guided Vehicle) pickup area is located at the top of the cabinet, while AGV pickup areas and manual pickup areas are located on both sides of the cabinet. A display screen is installed above the manual pickup area, and the specific location of the pickup box can be determined by scanning the QR code on the display screen.

[0006] Further optimization plan, The drone food pick-up area has cabins on both sides for storing drones; The drone pickup area has cabins on both sides for storing drones. The cabinet is equipped with a storage box placement area, a lifting and moving mechanism, and a two-way retrieval mechanism. The storage box placement area can hold multiple storage boxes to be retrieved. The lifting and moving mechanism controls the two-way retrieval mechanism to move forward and backward and up and down. The two-way retrieval mechanism moves left and right to the bottom of the storage box, and with the cooperation of the lifting and moving mechanism, the storage box is retrieved from the storage box placement area.

[0007] Further optimization plan, Multiple sets of storage box racks are provided in the storage box placement area. Each storage box rack has multiple storage trays on which storage boxes can be placed vertically. The trays are fixed to vertical rods. An inclined rib is provided below the trays. The inclined rib is fixed to the vertical rod. The vertical rod is fixed to the inner side wall of the cabinet. A notch is provided on the trays for the bidirectional retrieval mechanism to pass through.

[0008] Further optimization plan, The cabin has a cabin floor, which is used to support the drone; The outer side of the cabin is equipped with a fixed cover, and the inner side is equipped with a movable cover; First slide rails are provided on the bottom plate of the cabin, on both sides of the apron. First slide blocks are provided on the first slide rails, and connecting plates are provided on the first slide blocks. The connecting plates on both sides are respectively connected to the two movable covers. The closing mechanism drives the movable covers to move towards the middle, thereby realizing the closure of the two movable covers.

[0009] Further optimization plan, The helipad is located in the middle of the two cabins. When the two movable covers are closed, the helipad is shut down (i.e., it is no longer used for take-off and landing of drones). A drone cargo pick-up point is provided in the middle of the helipad, and a lateral correction mechanism and a vertical correction mechanism for the drone are provided on the helipad. The lateral correction mechanism corrects the position of the drone in the lateral direction, and the vertical correction mechanism corrects the position of the drone in the vertical direction.

[0010] Further optimization plan, The lateral correction mechanism includes a lateral drive motor, a second slide rail, a lateral rack, and a lateral correction rod. Two second slide rails are arranged laterally on both sides of the lateral drive motor. A lateral rack is arranged on the second slide rail. The lateral rack cooperates with a gear on the output shaft of the lateral drive motor. A lateral correction rod is arranged on the lateral rack. The vertical correction mechanism includes a vertical drive motor, a third slide rail, a vertical rack, and a vertical correction rod. Two third slide rails are vertically arranged on both sides of the vertical drive motor. A vertical rack is arranged on the third slide rail, and the vertical rack cooperates with a gear on the output shaft of the vertical drive motor. A vertical correction rod is arranged on the vertical rack.

[0011] Further optimization plan, The bidirectional picking mechanism has a picking plate and a bidirectional drive mechanism, and the lifting and moving mechanism includes a lifting mechanism and a moving mechanism. The moving mechanism has a support plate, and two sets of fourth sliders are provided on the lower side of the support plate. The two sets of fourth sliders are respectively supported on two fourth slide rails. A rack is provided between the fourth slide rails. A gear on the output shaft of the moving motor on the support plate cooperates with the rack. The moving mechanism is also provided with a first trigger head, which cooperates with a first stroke limiting mechanism to limit the moving distance in the horizontal direction. The lifting mechanism is vertically mounted on the support plate.

[0012] Further optimization plan, The lifting mechanism has a bracket vertically mounted on the support plate, and a lifting motor is mounted on the bracket. The lifting motor is used to drive a belt vertically mounted on the bracket. Two fifth slide rails are provided on the bracket, and a fifth slider is provided on the fifth slide rail. A plate is fixed on the two fifth sliders. The plate is fixedly connected to one side of the belt through a clamping block. A second trigger head is provided on the plate. The second trigger head cooperates with the second stroke limiting mechanism to limit the movement distance in the vertical direction.

[0013] Further optimization plan, The cabinet 1 is equipped with support legs at the bottom.

[0014] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: 1. Multimodal Collaborative Delivery: Integrating drones, AGVs, and manual pickup, this system adapts to complex scenarios and enhances delivery flexibility. The sorting and warehousing dock integrates the drone top compartment, AGV bottom compartment, and manual pickup area to achieve three-modal collaborative delivery: drones deliver across floors and obstacles to the top compartment; AGVs deliver to the bottom compartment via underground passages or flat surfaces; and the manual pickup area provides an emergency pickup channel. This system significantly improves delivery adaptability in complex scenarios while reducing labor costs.

[0015] 2. Fully automated sorting: Accurate storage and retrieval are achieved through a two-way picking mechanism and a lifting / translation mechanism, reducing manual intervention and lowering the error rate.

[0016] 3. Efficient space utilization: Modular layered design optimizes storage density, can accommodate more orders, and improves economic efficiency.

[0017] 4. Intelligent scheduling optimization: This utility model also integrates a central control system that dynamically allocates orders and automatically switches delivery modes according to weather and road conditions.

[0018] 5. Enhanced user experience: Supports QR code scanning for food pickup and real-time order tracking, reducing waiting time and improving customer satisfaction.

[0019] 6. Easy maintenance: Standardized modular design allows for quick replacement of key components (such as motors and guide rails), reducing downtime. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the sorting and storage docking cabinet of this utility model. Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the sorting and storage docking cabinet of this utility model. Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the storage box rack structure of this utility model; Figure 4 This is a structural schematic diagram of the drone cabin and landing pad of this utility model; Figure 5 This utility model relates to a driving mechanism for the moving door of a drone cabin and a parking apron position correction mechanism. Figure 6 This utility model relates to a mobile door connector for the cabin of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV). Figure 5 (enlarged view of a part) Figure 7 This utility model relates to a position correction mechanism for a drone landing pad. Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the bidirectional picking mechanism, lifting mechanism, and translation mechanism of this utility model; Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the drive mechanism structure of the lifting mechanism and translation mechanism of this utility model; Figure 10 The platform for the bidirectional pickup mechanism of this utility model (angle one); Figure 11 The platform for the two-way pickup mechanism of this utility model (angle two); In the diagram: 1. Cabinet; 2. Monitoring system; 3. Drone pickup area; 4. AGV pickup area; 5. Manual pickup area; 6. Display screen; 7. Cabin; 8. Storage box placement area; 9. Lifting and moving mechanism; 10. Two-way pickup mechanism; 11. Tray; 12. Vertical rod; 13. Diagonal rib; 14. Notch; 15. Storage box; 16. Cabin floor plate; 17. Fixed cover; 18. Moving cover; 19. First slide rail; 20. First slider; 21. Connecting plate; 22. Helipad; 23. Drone pickup port; 24. Lateral correction mechanism; 25. Lateral drive motor; 26. Second slide rail; 27. Lateral rack; 28. Lateral correction rod. 29. Vertical correction mechanism; 30. Vertical drive motor; 31. Third slide rail; 32. Vertical rack; 33. Vertical correction rod; 34. Picking plate; 35. Bidirectional drive mechanism; 36. Lifting mechanism; 37. Moving mechanism; 38. Support plate; 39. Fourth slider; 40. Fourth slide rail; 41. Rack; 42. First stroke limit mechanism; 43. First trigger head; 44. Moving motor; 45. Bracket; 46. Lifting motor; 47. Belt; 48. Fifth slide rail; 49. Fifth slider; 50. Flat plate; 51. Clamping block; 52. Second trigger head; 53. Second stroke limit mechanism; 54. Wind speed sensor. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments.

[0022] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "axial", "circumferential", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0023] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set," "install," "connect," "link," and "fix" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection or a detachable connection; a mechanical connection; a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0024] like Figure 1As shown, this utility model discloses an intelligent sorting and storage docking cabinet based on the collaborative operation of drones and automated guided vehicles (AGVs), belonging to the field of intelligent logistics and automated warehousing technology. The system realizes intelligent classification, storage and delivery of goods by drone / AGV system through automated sorting machines and multimodal delivery interfaces.

[0025] The junction cabinet of this utility model has the following features: Figure 1 The cabinet 1 shown has support feet at the bottom to support it, so that the cabinet 1 can be raised a certain distance off the ground to prevent water or insects from entering the interior of the cabinet 1.

[0026] A monitoring system 2 is installed on cabinet 1 to monitor the situation around the cabinet, as well as the situation of drones, AGVs and manual food / express delivery.

[0027] A wind speed sensor 54 is installed on the cabin 7 on the cabinet 1, which can adjust the working status of the drone according to the actual weather conditions in windy weather.

[0028] Reference Appendix Figure 1 The cabinet 1 of this utility model is equipped with a drone pickup area 3, an AGV pickup area 4, and a manual pickup area 5. It should be noted that the meal pickup described in this utility model is one of the working conditions of the connecting cabinet. In addition to meal pickup, it can also be used for picking up express delivery and similar delivery situations. That is to say, the meal box mentioned in this utility model can also be an express box or a box with a similar delivery method.

[0029] Reference Appendix Figure 2 The drone pickup area 3 is located above the cabinet 1, while the AGV pickup area 4 and the manual pickup area 5 are located on both sides of the cabinet 1 for easy retrieval.

[0030] A display screen 6 is installed above the manual pickup area 5. When a person comes to pick up a meal / delivery, the operator can scan the QR code on the display screen 6 to retrieve the corresponding storage box.

[0031] When the AGV arrives at AGV pickup area 4, place the storage box 15 inside the AGV.

[0032] Above the cabinet 1, on both sides of the drone pickup area 3, there are cabins 7 for storing drones. When the cabins 7 are closed, the drone pickup area 3 in the middle can be closed at the same time.

[0033] Reference Appendix Figure 4 , 5The cabin 7 has a cabin floor 16 for parking the drone. Each side of the cabin 7 includes a fixed cover 17 and a movable cover 18, with the fixed cover 17 located on the outer side and the movable cover 18 located on the inner side. When the movable cover 18 moves inward, both sides of the movable cover 18 close, thereby closing the cabin 7 and also closing the parking apron 22.

[0034] The movable cover 18 can be closed manually or remotely via electric control.

[0035] Reference Appendix Figure 5 , 6 When remotely and electrically controlled to close, first slide rails 19 are installed on the floor 16 of the cabin, on both sides of the landing pad 22. First sliding blocks 20 are installed on the first slide rails 19, and connecting plates 21 are installed on the first sliding blocks 20. The connecting plates 21 on both sides are respectively connected to two movable covers 18. The closing mechanism drives the first sliding blocks 20 to move on the first slide rails 19, causing the movable covers 18 to move towards the center, thereby closing the two movable covers 18. When the UAV needs to take off or land, the closing mechanism controls the movable covers 18 to open.

[0036] The closing mechanism includes a motor and moving wheels (not shown in the figure, existing technology can be used), which drive the first slider 20 to move on the first slide rail 19. The high-performance motor drive ensures smooth opening and closing of the movable cover. During opening and closing, the motor and slide rail work closely together, ensuring stable operation of the movable cover and providing precise positioning, allowing for rapid opening or closing in a short time. The movable cover 18 of the engine compartment 7 is also equipped with a comprehensive sealing and protective structure, surrounded by sealing strips, effectively preventing rainwater, dust, and other contaminants from entering the engine compartment and ensuring the stable operation of the internal equipment.

[0037] The landing pad 22 is located in the middle of the two cabins 7. The landing pad 22 is closed by closing the movable cover 18. After the landing pad 22 is closed, it will no longer be available for the take-off and landing of drones.

[0038] Reference Appendix Figure 5 , 7 A drone pickup port 23 is set in the middle of the helipad 22. When the drone arrives at the location, the storage box 15 extends from the drone pickup port 23 for the drone to pick up.

[0039] Reference Appendix Figure 5 To adjust the position of the drone on the helipad 22 and ensure it is in the optimal clamping position, a lateral correction mechanism 24 and a vertical correction mechanism 29 are installed on the helipad 22 to correct the drone's position. The lateral correction mechanism 24 corrects the drone's position laterally, and the vertical correction mechanism 29 corrects the drone's position vertically.

[0040] Reference Appendix Figure 7The lateral correction mechanism 24 includes a lateral drive motor 25, second slide rails 26, lateral racks 27, and lateral correction rods 28. Two second slide rails 26 are arranged laterally on both sides of the lateral drive motor 25, and lateral racks 27 are mounted on the second slide rails 26, movable along them. The lateral racks 27 mesh with gears mounted on the output shaft of the lateral drive motor 25, and each lateral rack 27 has a lateral correction rod 28. When the lateral drive motor 25 is activated, the lateral correction rods 28 on both sides move inward, thereby positioning the drone laterally at the drone loading port 23.

[0041] Reference Appendix Figure 7 The vertical alignment mechanism 29 includes a vertical drive motor 30, third slide rails 31, vertical racks 32, and vertical alignment rods 33. Two third slide rails 31 are vertically arranged on both sides of the vertical drive motor 30, and vertical racks 32, movable along the third slide rails 31, are mounted on them. The vertical racks 32 mesh with gears mounted on the output shaft of the vertical drive motor 30, and each vertical rack 32 has a vertical alignment rod 33. When the vertical drive motor 30 is activated, the vertical alignment rods 32 on both sides move inward, thereby aligning the UAV vertically at the UAV loading port 23.

[0042] Reference Appendix Figure 2 Inside the cabinet 1, there is a storage box placement area 8. Multiple storage boxes 15 or express boxes to be taken out can be placed in the storage box placement area 8. Multiple sets of storage box racks are provided in the storage box placement area 8.

[0043] Reference Appendix Figure 3 Multiple plates 11 are vertically arranged on the storage box rack, and the plates 11 are used to hold the storage boxes 15. The plates 11 are fixed to the vertical rods 12. To ensure the strength and stability of the plates 11 in storing the storage boxes 15, diagonal ribs 13 are added to the bottom and sides of the plates 11. These diagonal ribs 13 are arranged at an angle and are mechanically optimized to effectively enhance the load-bearing capacity of the plates 11. When the storage box 15 is placed on the plate 11, the diagonal ribs 13 can evenly distribute the weight of the storage box 15, preventing the plate 11 from deforming or being damaged due to excessive local stress. Even if a relatively heavy storage box 15 is placed on it for a long time, the plate 11 can maintain good structural integrity. The diagonal ribs 13 are fixed to the vertical rods 12, and the vertical rods 12 are fixed to the inner wall of the cabinet 1. In order to cooperate with the two-way retrieval mechanism 10 and facilitate the retrieval of food, a notch 14 is provided on the plate 11 for the two-way retrieval mechanism 10 to pass through.

[0044] The lifting and moving mechanism 9 and the two-way picking mechanism 10 are located inside the cabinet 1, see attached diagram. Figure 8The lifting and moving mechanism 9 can be further divided into a lifting mechanism 36 and a moving mechanism 37. The lifting mechanism 36 is used to move the bidirectional picking mechanism 10 up and down, and the moving mechanism 37 is used to move the bidirectional picking mechanism 10 back and forth. (See attached reference.) Figure 8 The two-way picking mechanism 10 can be further divided into a picking plate 34 and a two-way drive mechanism 35. The picking plate 34 is used to place the storage box 15. With the cooperation of the two-way drive mechanism 35, the lifting mechanism 36 and the moving mechanism 37, the picking plate 34 can pass through the notch 14 on the plate 11 to take out the storage box 15, or the picking plate 34 can place the storage box 15 on the plate 34.

[0045] Reference Appendix Figure 9 The moving mechanism 37 has a support plate 38, and two sets of fourth sliders 39 are provided on the lower side of the support plate 38. To improve operational stability, multiple fourth sliders 39 can be provided in each set. The two sets of fourth sliders 39 are respectively supported on two fourth slide rails 40, which are arranged parallel to each other on the bottom plate of the cabinet 1. A rack 41 is provided between the fourth slide rails 40, and the gear on the output shaft of the moving motor 44, which is mounted on the support plate 38, meshes with the rack 41.

[0046] When the mobile motor 44 operates, it drives the gear to rotate. Because the gear meshes with the rack 41, the storage box 15 mounted on the gear drive platform moves horizontally. During the translation process, the cooperation between the slider and the slide rail plays a crucial supporting and guiding role. The slider is evenly distributed at the bottom of the support device (support plate 38) and closely cooperates with the horizontally installed slide rail, ensuring that the storage box remains stable during translation and does not wobble or slip. A first trigger head 43 is also provided on the moving mechanism 37. The first trigger head 43 cooperates with the first stroke limit mechanism 42 to limit the horizontal movement distance and prevent collisions.

[0047] Reference Appendix Figure 9 The lifting mechanism 36 is vertically mounted on the support plate 38, and the bracket 45 of the lifting mechanism 36 is vertically fixed on the support plate 38. A lifting motor 46 is mounted on one side of the bracket 45, and a belt 47 is vertically mounted on the other side of the bracket. A drive pulley connected to the output shaft of the lifting motor 46 is mounted on the lower side of the belt 47, and a driven pulley of the belt 47 is mounted on the upper side of the bracket 47. The lifting motor 46 drives the belt 47.

[0048] Reference Appendix Figure 10 Two vertical and parallel fifth slide rails 48 are provided on the bracket 45. Fifth sliders 49 are provided on the fifth slide rails 48. The two fifth sliders 49 are fixed to the plate 50. The plate 50 is fixedly connected to one side of the belt 47 via a clamping block 51. A second trigger head 52 is provided on the plate 50. The second trigger head 52 cooperates with the second stroke limiting mechanism 53 to limit the vertical movement distance and prevent collisions.

[0049] After the lifting motor 46 starts, the drive wheel drives the belt (track) to rotate in a cycle. Its surface is designed with anti-slip textures to fit tightly against the bidirectional picking mechanism, ensuring that the storage box will not slip or move during lifting. A slider-rail system is installed on both sides of the lifting mechanism, providing stable guidance for the vertical movement of the storage box 15. The slider and rail are precisely matched, and multiple rolling bearings are installed inside the slider to reduce sliding friction, allowing the storage box 15 to move smoothly and steadily up and down. At the same time, multiple limit switches (second trigger head 52 and second stroke limit mechanism 53) are also installed on the rail to precisely control the lifting height and prevent the storage box 15 from exceeding the safe range.

[0050] Cable chains are installed on both the lifting mechanism 36 and the moving mechanism 37. The cable chains are installed along one side of the slide rail of the lifting mechanism 36 and the moving mechanism 37, and the wires of the motor, sensor and other equipment are neatly stored inside. The cable chains have good flexibility and wear resistance. When the storage box 15 moves up and down, the cable chains extend and retract accordingly, effectively protecting the wires from being pulled and worn, and ensuring stable power and signal transmission.

[0051] The working principle of this utility model is as follows: 1. Storage Box Insertion Process: The delivery person places the storage box into the manual food placement slot at the back of the cabinet, then inputs the order information through the industrial control integrated machine, selecting either drone or AGV delivery mode based on the actual situation. Upon receiving the instruction, the system activates the bidirectional retrieval mechanism, whose drive motor moves the retrieval plate along the guide rail to precisely grab the storage box. Next, the lifting / translation mechanism begins operation, using the coordinated movement of the gear rack and pinion system and the sliding rail slider to vertically lift the storage box and horizontally transport it to the designated tray position, thus completing the automated storage. During this process, the cabinet's modular, layered design comes into play, dividing it into a front and rear section, each containing twenty trays for a total of forty, facilitating the categorized storage of the storage boxes.

[0052] 2. Drone Delivery Process: When the drone reaches the top of the cabinet, the movable cover of the cabin automatically slides open to both sides, revealing the internal apron panel and providing landing space for the drone. After the drone lands, the food retrieval mechanism quickly removes the corresponding storage box from the storage location and transports it to the pre-set positioning groove on the apron panel via a lifting mechanism. The drone then secures the storage box with mechanical latches, the movable cover closes to protect the internal structure, and the drone takes off to perform the delivery task. The drone cabin is installed on top of the intelligent sorting and storage cabinet. The cabin cover consists of a fixed cover and a movable cover; the movable cover can open and close to the left and right. The central apron panel is specifically designed for drone takeoff and landing, and the cabin can completely enclose the drone within its enclosure.

[0053] 3. AGV Delivery Process: For AGV delivery orders, when the AGV reaches the pre-reserved docking area in front of the cabinet, the AGV pickup door at the bottom automatically opens. The internal sorting system identifies the AGV via RFID, and the lifting mechanism lowers the storage box onto the conveyor belt. A translation chain then precisely pushes the box to the AGV's rear loading position. After loading is complete, the AGV pickup door automatically closes, and the AGV departs from the delivery point.

[0054] 4. Manual meal collection process: If customers choose to collect their meals themselves, they only need to scan the QR code on the display screen in front of the cabinet. The system will then control the lifting mechanism to transport the corresponding storage box to the manual meal collection port. The cabinet door will open electrically for the user to collect the items, achieving a completely contactless handover process.

[0055] 5. Intelligent System Scheduling and Monitoring: The entire process is intelligently scheduled through a central control system, with all mechanisms operating collaboratively to ensure seamless switching between drone, AGV, and manual food pickup modes. The system monitors the status of each component in real time, such as the drive motor of the bidirectional pickup mechanism, the motor of the lifting / translation mechanism, and components such as guide rails and chains. An alarm is immediately triggered upon detecting any abnormality, thereby ensuring delivery efficiency and reliability.

[0056] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: 1. Multimodal Collaborative Delivery: Integrating drones, AGVs, and manual pickup, this system adapts to complex scenarios and enhances delivery flexibility. The sorting and warehousing docking station system integrates the drone top compartment, AGV bottom compartment, and manual pickup area to achieve three-modal collaborative delivery: drones handle cross-floor and obstacle-crossing deliveries to the top compartment; AGVs deliver to the bottom compartment via underground passages or flat surfaces; and the manual pickup area provides an emergency pickup channel. This system significantly improves delivery adaptability in complex scenarios while reducing labor costs.

[0057] 2. Fully automated sorting: Accurate storage and retrieval are achieved through a two-way picking mechanism and a lifting / translation mechanism, reducing manual intervention and lowering the error rate.

[0058] 3. Efficient space utilization: Modular layered design optimizes storage density, can accommodate more orders, and improves economic efficiency.

[0059] 4. Intelligent scheduling optimization: This utility model also integrates a central control system that dynamically allocates orders and automatically switches delivery modes according to weather and road conditions.

[0060] 5. Enhanced user experience: Supports QR code scanning for food pickup and real-time order tracking, reducing waiting time and improving customer satisfaction.

[0061] 6. Easy maintenance: Standardized modular design allows for quick replacement of key components (such as motors and guide rails), reducing downtime.

[0062] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A sorting and storage docking cabinet based on drone and AGV delivery, characterized in that: The docking station has a cabinet body equipped with a monitoring system for monitoring the surrounding environment. The upper part of the cabinet has a drone pickup area, and the sides of the cabinet have AGV pickup areas and manual pickup areas. Above the manual pickup area is a display screen, and the specific location of the pickup box can be determined by scanning the QR code on the display screen.

2. A sorting and storage docking cabinet based on drone and AGV delivery as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The drone pickup area has storage compartments on both sides for storing drones. Inside the cabinet, there is a storage box area, a lifting and moving mechanism, and a two-way pickup mechanism. The storage box area can hold multiple storage boxes to be retrieved. The lifting and moving mechanism controls the two-way pickup mechanism to move forward, backward, up, and down. The two-way pickup mechanism moves left and right under the storage box and retrieves the storage box from the storage box area with the help of the lifting and moving mechanism.

3. A sorting and storage docking cabinet based on drone and AGV delivery as described in claim 2, characterized in that: Multiple sets of storage box racks are provided in the storage box placement area. Multiple plates for vertically placing storage boxes are provided on the storage box racks. The plates are fixed to the vertical rods. Sloping ribs are provided below the plates and are fixed to the vertical rods. The vertical rods are fixed to the inner side wall of the cabinet. There are notches on the plates for the two-way retrieval mechanism to pass through.

4. A sorting and storage docking cabinet based on drone and AGV delivery as described in claim 2, characterized in that: The cabin has a floor plate for supporting the UAV; a fixed cover is provided on the outside of the cabin and a movable cover is provided on the inside; a first slide rail is provided on the floor plate of the cabin on both sides of the landing pad, a first sliding block is provided on the first slide rail, and a connecting plate is provided on the first sliding block. The connecting plates on both sides are respectively connected to two movable covers. A closing mechanism drives the movable covers to move towards the middle, thereby realizing the closure of the two movable covers.

5. A sorting and storage docking cabinet based on drone and AGV delivery as described in claim 4, characterized in that: The helipad is located in the middle of the two cabins. When the two movable covers are closed, the helipad is closed. A drone loading port is set in the middle of the helipad. A lateral correction mechanism and a vertical correction mechanism for the drone are set on the helipad. The lateral correction mechanism corrects the position of the drone in the horizontal direction, and the vertical correction mechanism corrects the position of the drone in the vertical direction.

6. A sorting and storage docking cabinet based on drone and AGV delivery as described in claim 5, characterized in that: The lateral correction mechanism comprises a lateral drive motor, a second slide rail, a lateral rack, and a lateral correction rod. Two second slide rails are arranged laterally on both sides of the lateral drive motor, and a lateral rack is mounted on the second slide rail. The lateral rack engages with a gear on the output shaft of the lateral drive motor, and a lateral correction rod is mounted on the lateral rack. The vertical correction mechanism comprises a vertical drive motor, a third slide rail, a vertical rack, and a vertical correction rod. Two third slide rails are arranged vertically on both sides of the vertical drive motor, and a vertical rack is mounted on the third slide rail. The vertical rack engages with a gear on the output shaft of the vertical drive motor, and a vertical correction rod is mounted on the vertical rack.

7. A sorting and storage docking cabinet based on drone and AGV delivery as described in claim 6, characterized in that: The bidirectional picking mechanism has a picking plate and a bidirectional drive mechanism. The lifting and moving mechanism includes a lifting mechanism and a moving mechanism. The moving mechanism has a support plate, and two sets of fourth sliders are provided on the lower side of the support plate. The two sets of fourth sliders are respectively supported on two fourth slide rails. A rack is provided between the fourth slide rails. The gear on the output shaft of the moving motor on the support plate cooperates with the rack. The moving mechanism is also provided with a first trigger head, which cooperates with a first stroke limit mechanism to limit the moving distance in the horizontal direction. The lifting mechanism is vertically mounted on the support plate.

8. A sorting and storage docking cabinet based on drone and AGV delivery as described in claim 7, characterized in that: The lifting mechanism has a bracket vertically mounted on a support plate, on which a lifting motor is mounted to drive a belt vertically mounted on the bracket. Two fifth slide rails are mounted on the bracket, and fifth sliders are mounted on the fifth slide rails. Plates are fixed on the two fifth sliders. The plates are fixedly connected to one side of the belt by clamping blocks. A second trigger head is mounted on the plate. The second trigger head cooperates with a second stroke limit mechanism to limit the vertical movement distance.

9. A sorting and storage docking cabinet based on drone and AGV delivery as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The cabinet is equipped with support legs at the bottom.

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