A drone top cabin with a rotatable handle and a drone

Abstract

The utility model provides a kind of unmanned aerial vehicle top cabin with rotatable handle and unmanned aerial vehicle, the unmanned aerial vehicle top cabin includes top cabin cover and top cabin base, top cabin cover is set on top cabin base, and handle and two first locking members are provided on top cabin cover, two ends of handle are connected with top cabin cover by first locking member respectively, two first locking members are coaxially arranged, handle can rotate relative to top cabin cover around the axis of first locking member, and the side of top cabin cover is provided with fixed structure for fixing handle;When handle is rotated to the side of top cabin cover, fixed structure can fix handle;The unmanned aerial vehicle includes the above-mentioned unmanned aerial vehicle top cabin with rotatable handle;The utility model is convenient to lift top cabin, and can reduce the occupied space of handle.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), specifically to a UAV top compartment with a rotatable handle and the UAV itself. Background Technology

[0002] The coaxial dual-rotor drone houses a GPS antenna and navigation module in its top compartment, which is fixed to the main shaft. Related cables pass through the hollow section of the main shaft. Below the top compartment are the power components, followed by the battery compartment, pod, and landing gear. Because the drone is placed vertically, carrying it typically requires bending over and lifting the battery compartment with both hands, making it somewhat inconvenient. Directly gripping the top compartment is risky due to its soft outer shell material, and there is also a risk of slipping and damaging the drone or colliding with motors, propellers, or other power components.

[0003] Although some drones on the market are equipped with handles, they often lack folding functionality, taking up a lot of space and affecting portability and storage. Utility Model Content

[0004] The primary objective of this invention is to provide a drone top compartment with a rotatable handle that is both easy to lift and reduces the space it occupies.

[0005] The second objective of this invention is to provide a drone comprising the aforementioned drone top compartment with a rotatable handle.

[0006] To achieve the aforementioned first objective, this utility model provides a drone top compartment with a rotatable handle, comprising a top compartment cover and a top compartment base. The top compartment cover is disposed on the top compartment base, and the top compartment cover is provided with a handle and two first locking fasteners. Both ends of the handle are connected to the top compartment cover through the first locking fasteners, and the two first locking fasteners are coaxially arranged. The handle can rotate relative to the top compartment cover around the axis of the first locking fasteners. A fixing structure for fixing the handle is provided on one side of the top compartment cover; when the handle is rotated to one side of the top compartment cover, the fixing structure can fix the handle.

[0007] As can be seen from the above solution, a rotatable handle enables flexible and convenient carrying. When the drone needs to be lifted, the handle is rotated upwards for a stable grip; when not in use, the handle is rotated downwards and secured by a fixing structure. This not only effectively avoids interference caused by the handle swaying during drone flight but also significantly reduces the space occupied by the handle during storage, thereby improving the overall portability and user experience of the drone.

[0008] A further option is that the fixing structure includes several protruding ridges that protrude from the outer peripheral wall of the top hatch. Each ridge includes a contact portion and a stop portion. The contact portion is located above the stop portion, and the protrusion height of the stop portion is greater than the protrusion height of the contact portion. The contact portion can make frictional contact with the side wall of the handle. Alternatively, the fixing structure includes several protruding bumps that protrude from the outer peripheral wall of the top hatch and can make frictional contact with the side wall of the handle.

[0009] As can be seen from the above scheme, by using the above settings to fix the handle with the help of friction, it has the advantages of simple structure and convenient operation.

[0010] A further design includes a first protrusion at both ends of the handle, a first groove on each side of the top cover, the first protrusions being embedded in the corresponding first grooves, and a second protrusion on each side of the top base, with the two second protrusions corresponding to the two first grooves; and a first locking fastener passing through the first protrusions, the first grooves, and connecting to the second protrusions.

[0011] As can be seen from the above scheme, by setting the first protrusion to cooperate with the first groove, on the one hand, the contact area between the handle and the first locking fastener is increased, the tensile strength is improved, the handle is less prone to structural fatigue and has stronger durability, on the other hand, it also provides sufficient rotation space for the handle to rotate, effectively avoiding interference between the handle and the top cover.

[0012] A further design is that the top hatch includes a platform section, a transition section, and a cylindrical section from top to bottom, with the transition section being a sloping or curved surface; when the handle is rotated to the top of the platform section, there is clearance space between the middle of the handle and the platform section.

[0013] As can be seen from the above scheme, the above settings provide the drone with an aerodynamic shape similar to the nose of an aircraft, reducing air resistance when the drone flies forward.

[0014] A further design includes a closed space between the top cover and the top base, with a main shaft mounting structure located in the middle of the top base, within the closed space; the drone top cover with a rotatable handle also includes a main shaft, one end of which is connected to the main shaft mounting structure.

[0015] As can be seen from the above scheme, setting up an enclosed space serves to prevent rain and dust; and setting up a main shaft mounting structure is used to fix the main shaft of the drone.

[0016] A further embodiment is that the spindle mounting structure includes a fixed block, a second locking fastener, and two elastic blocks. The fixed block has a spindle mounting hole, and the two elastic blocks are positioned opposite each other on the side of the spindle mounting hole facing the second protrusion. Each elastic block has an arc surface, which forms a partial hole wall of the spindle mounting hole. The second locking fastener is connected to the two elastic blocks respectively, so as to force the elastic blocks to move closer or further apart, thereby adjusting the diameter of the spindle mounting hole.

[0017] As can be seen from the above scheme, the torque of the handle is transmitted to the main shaft through the main shaft mounting structure, making the rotation axis of the handle perpendicular to the axis of the second locking fastener, thus preventing the second locking fastener from loosening due to repeated rotation of the handle.

[0018] A further option is to include a positioning element within the spindle mounting structure, with one end of the positioning element protruding from the wall of the spindle mounting hole.

[0019] A further solution is to connect the top cover and the top base through multiple third fasteners; the top cover is provided with multiple second grooves, and the top base is provided with multiple mounting protrusions, with each second groove corresponding to a different mounting protrusion, and the third fasteners passing through the second grooves and connecting to the mounting protrusions.

[0020] A further option is to provide multiple reinforcing ribs and multiple third grooves inside the top pod base. The multiple reinforcing ribs protrude from the bottom wall of the top pod base and extend radially along the top pod base. The mounting protrusions are set on the reinforcing ribs, and the third grooves are set between two adjacent reinforcing ribs and recessed into the bottom wall of the top pod base.

[0021] As can be seen from the above scheme, setting reinforcing ribs helps to improve the structural strength and load-bearing capacity of the top compartment base; setting a third groove helps to reduce the weight of the top compartment base and achieve its lightweighting.

[0022] To achieve the second objective mentioned above, this utility model provides a drone, including the aforementioned drone top compartment with a rotatable handle. Attached Figure Description

[0023] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of the first state of the embodiment of the top compartment of the UAV of this utility model.

[0024] Figure 2 This is a structural diagram of the second state of an embodiment of the top compartment of the UAV of this utility model.

[0025] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of an embodiment of the top compartment of the UAV of this utility model.

[0026] Figure 4 This is a top view of an embodiment of the top compartment of the UAV of this utility model.

[0027] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 Sectional view at point AA.

[0028] Figure 6 yes Figure 4 Sectional view at point BB.

[0029] Figure 7 This is a structural diagram of the top compartment base in an embodiment of the UAV top compartment of this utility model.

[0030] Figure 8 This is a structural diagram of the first state of an embodiment of the UAV of this utility model.

[0031] Figure 9 This is a structural diagram of the second state of an embodiment of the UAV of this utility model.

[0032] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures: 1-Top hatch cover, 11-Protruding ridge, 111-Contact part, 112-Stop part, 12-Platform part, 13-Transition part, 14-Cylindrical part, 15-First groove, 151-Second perforation, 16-Second groove, 161-First locking hole; 2-Top compartment base, 21-Second protrusion, 211-First connecting hole, 22-Main shaft mounting structure, 221-Fixing block, 2211-Main shaft mounting hole, 222-Second locking element, 223-Elastic block, 2231-Arc surface, 2232-Second connecting hole, 224-Positioning element, 23-Mounting protrusion, 231-Second locking hole, 24-Reinforcing rib, 25-Third groove; 3-Handle, 31-First protrusion, 311-First perforation; 4-First locking firmware; 5-Sealing ring; 6 - Main spindle, 61 - Positioning hole; 7-Third locking device; 8-Fuselage; 9-Landing gear.

[0033] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. Detailed Implementation

[0034] Example of a drone top-mounted pod: See Figures 1 to 3 This embodiment provides a drone top compartment with a rotatable handle, including a top compartment cover 1, a top compartment base 2, and a handle 3.

[0035] The top hatch cover 1 is mounted on the top hatch base 2, and both ends of the handle 3 are connected to the top hatch cover 1 via the first locking fastener 4. Furthermore, the first locking fastener 4 is simultaneously connected to the handle 3, the top hatch cover 1, and the top hatch base 2.

[0036] Two first locking fasteners 4 are coaxially arranged along the same axis, and the handle 3 can rotate relative to the top cover 1 about the axis of the first locking fasteners 4. A fixing structure for fixing the handle 3 is provided on one side of the top cover 1.

[0037] When the handle 3 is flipped downwards to the side of the top cover 1, the fixing structure can fix the handle 3 to prevent it from shaking during flight.

[0038] When the handle 3 is flipped upwards to the highest position, there is clearance between the middle of the handle 3 and the top cover 1, making it convenient for the staff to hold the handle 3.

[0039] Combination Figure 2 , Figure 6 and Figure 7 In this embodiment, the fixing structure includes three protruding ribs 11, which are arranged at intervals along the peripheral wall of the top cover 1. Each protruding rib 11 protrudes from the outer peripheral wall of the top cover 1 and extends vertically.

[0040] The protruding ridge 11 includes a contact portion 111 and a stop portion 112. The contact portion 111 is disposed above the stop portion 112, and the protrusion height of the stop portion 112 is greater than the protrusion height of the contact portion 111. The contact portion 111 can make frictional contact with the side wall of the handle 3. In this embodiment, frictional contact refers to the contact state in which a certain frictional force is generated between two contact surfaces when they undergo relative movement or have a tendency to move relative to each other. The handle 3 can be fixed in the current position for a long time by utilizing this frictional force.

[0041] The protrusion height of the contact portion 111 gradually increases from top to bottom, and the friction between the handle 3 and the handle increases as the handle 3 moves downward. The stop portion 112 is used to limit the downward rotation of the handle 3, ensuring that when the handle 3 rotates downward to the stop portion 112, it is still located on the outside of the top hatch 1 and is basically in a horizontal state.

[0042] In other embodiments, the fixing structure includes several protrusions that protrude from the outer peripheral wall of the top cover 1 and can make frictional contact with the side wall of the handle 3. The handle 3 can be fixed in the current position for a long time by utilizing this friction.

[0043] Combination Figures 3 to 5 The handle 3 is designed as a semi-circular structure, and each end of the handle 3 is provided with a first protrusion 31. The first protrusion 31 protrudes from the inner sidewall of the handle 3, and the two first protrusions 31 are opposite to each other and coaxially arranged. The first protrusion 31 is provided with a first through hole 311.

[0044] The top hatch 1 comprises, from top to bottom, a platform portion 12, a transition portion 13, and a cylindrical portion 14. The transition portion 13 is provided as a sloped or curved surface. A first groove 15 is provided on each opposite side of the top hatch 1, and the first groove 15 is recessed from the transition portion 13 toward the cylindrical portion 14. A second through hole 151 is provided in the groove wall of the first groove 15.

[0045] The top compartment base 2 has a second protrusion 21 on each of its opposite sides, and the two second protrusions 21 are radially corresponding to the two first grooves 15. The second protrusions 21 protrude from the bottom wall of the top compartment base 2, and a first connecting hole 211 is provided on the second protrusions 21. The first connecting hole 211 is preferably a threaded hole.

[0046] The first protrusion 31 is embedded in the corresponding first groove 15. The first through hole 311, the second through hole 151, and the first connecting hole 211 are correspondingly provided and connected. The first locking fastener 4 passes through the first through hole 311, the second through hole 151, and connects to the first connecting hole 211. The first through hole 311 and the first locking fastener 4 are in clearance fit, so that the handle 3 can rotate relative to the first locking fastener 4.

[0047] A closed space is provided between the top hatch cover 1 and the top hatch base 2. A sealing ring 5 is provided between the top hatch cover 1 and the top hatch base 2, and the sealing ring 5 is sealed between the lower outer peripheral wall of the top hatch base 2 and the middle inner peripheral wall of the top hatch.

[0048] Combination Figure 3 , Figure 5 , Figure 6 and Figure 8 The top compartment base 2 has a spindle mounting structure 22 for fixing the UAV spindle 6 in the middle, and the spindle mounting structure 22 is set in an enclosed space.

[0049] The spindle mounting structure 22 includes a fixing block 221, a second locking fastener 222, and two elastic blocks 223. A spindle mounting hole 2211 is formed through the fixing block 221, coaxially aligned with the top chamber base 2. The two elastic blocks 223 are positioned opposite each other on the side of the spindle mounting hole 2211 facing the second protrusion 21. One end of each elastic block 223 is connected to the fixing block 221, and the other end extends radially outward. Each elastic block 223 has an arc surface 2231, which forms a partial wall of the spindle mounting hole 2211. A first preset gap exists between the two elastic blocks 223, and a second preset gap exists between the elastic blocks 223 and the bottom wall of the top chamber base 2, allowing the two elastic blocks 223 to move relatively close or relatively far apart. The fixing block 221 and the two elastic blocks 223 are integrally molded with the top chamber base 2 using plastic material.

[0050] Each elastic block 223 has a second connecting hole 2232. The two second connecting holes 2232 are correspondingly arranged and connected, and one of the second connecting holes 2232 is a threaded hole, while the other is a smooth hole. The second locking fastener 222 passes through the smooth hole and connects to the threaded hole. By adjusting the tightness of the second locking fastener 222, the elastic blocks 223 are forced to move closer together, thereby reducing the diameter of the spindle mounting hole 2211. This allows the hole wall of the spindle mounting hole 2211 to fit tightly against the spindle 6, thus achieving the fixed installation of the spindle 6.

[0051] To control the depth at which the main spindle 6 of the UAV is inserted into the main spindle mounting hole 2211, a positioning element 224 is also provided inside the main spindle mounting structure 22. One end of the positioning element 224 protrudes from the wall of the main spindle mounting hole 2211. A positioning hole 61 is provided on the upper part of the main spindle 6, and the protruding end of the positioning element 224 can be inserted into the positioning hole 61.

[0052] Combination Figure 3 and Figure 7 The top hatch cover 1 and the top hatch base 2 are connected by four third locking fasteners 7. Specifically: The top cover 1 is provided with four second grooves 16, which are evenly spaced along the circumference of the top cover 1. The second grooves 16 extend from the transition portion 13 to the cylindrical portion 14. The bottom of the second groove 16 is provided with a first locking hole 161, which extends in the vertical direction.

[0053] The top compartment base 2 is provided with four mounting protrusions 23, which correspond one-to-one with four second grooves 16. Each mounting protrusion 23 has a second locking hole 231, preferably a threaded hole. The third locking fastener 7 passes through the first locking hole 161 and connects to the second locking hole 231.

[0054] The top compartment base 2 is provided with four reinforcing ribs 24 and four third grooves 25. The multiple reinforcing ribs 24 protrude from the bottom wall of the top compartment base 2 and extend radially along the top compartment base 2, which helps to improve the structural strength and load-bearing capacity of the top compartment base 2. Preferably, the central angle between the reinforcing rib 24 and the second protrusion 21 is an acute angle, preferably 45°. The central angle between two adjacent reinforcing ribs 24 is preferably a right angle. Mounting protrusions 23 are provided on the reinforcing ribs 24.

[0055] The third groove 25 is located between two adjacent reinforcing ribs 24 and recessed into the bottom wall of the top compartment base 2, which helps to reduce the weight of the top compartment base 2.

[0056] See Figure 8 and Figure 9The drone provided in this embodiment includes a main shaft 6, a fuselage 8, a drone top compartment with a rotatable handle as described in the above embodiment, and four landing gears 9. The drone top compartment is located on the upper part of the fuselage 8, and the two ends of the main shaft 6 are respectively connected to the drone top compartment and the interior of the fuselage 8. The four landing gears 9 are respectively connected to the four sides of the fuselage 8 and extend downward at an angle.

[0057] In summary, this invention, by incorporating a rotatable handle 3, enables flexible and convenient carrying. When the drone needs to be lifted, the handle 3 is rotated upwards for a stable grip; when not in use, the handle 3 is rotated downwards and secured by a fixing structure. This not only effectively prevents interference caused by the handle 3 swaying during drone flight but also significantly reduces the space occupied by the handle 3 during storage, thereby improving the overall portability and user experience of the drone.

[0058] Finally, it should be emphasized that the above are only preferred embodiments of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model. For those skilled in the art, the present utility model can have various changes and modifications. 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 drone top compartment with a rotatable handle, comprising a top compartment cover and a top compartment base, the top compartment cover being disposed on the top compartment base, the top compartment cover being provided with a handle and two first locking fasteners, the two ends of the handle being respectively connected to the top compartment cover via the first locking fasteners, characterized in that: The two first locking fasteners are coaxially arranged, the handle can rotate relative to the top cover about the axis of the first locking fasteners, and a fixing structure for fixing the handle is provided on one side of the top cover. When the handle is rotated to the side of the top cover, the fixing structure can secure the handle.

2. The UAV top compartment with a rotatable handle according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixing structure includes a plurality of protruding ridges, which protrude from the outer peripheral wall of the top cover. Each protruding ridge includes a contact portion and a stop portion. The contact portion is disposed above the stop portion, and the protrusion height of the stop portion is greater than the protrusion height of the contact portion. The contact portion can rub against the side wall of the handle. Alternatively, the fixing structure may include a plurality of protrusions that protrude from the outer peripheral wall of the top cover and can make frictional contact with the side wall of the handle.

3. The UAV top compartment with a rotatable handle according to claim 1, characterized in that: Both ends of the handle are provided with a first protrusion, and the opposite sides of the top cover are provided with a first groove. The first protrusion is embedded in the corresponding first groove. The opposite sides of the top base are provided with a second protrusion, and the two second protrusions are provided with two first grooves respectively. The first locking fastener passes through the first protrusion, the first groove, and connects with the second protrusion.

4. The UAV top compartment with a rotatable handle according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top hatch includes, from top to bottom, a platform section, a transition section, and a cylindrical section, wherein the transition section is provided as a sloped surface or an arc surface; When the handle is rotated above the platform, there is a clearance space between the middle of the handle and the platform.

5. The UAV top compartment with a rotatable handle according to claim 3, characterized in that: An enclosed space is provided between the top cover and the top base, and a main shaft mounting structure is provided in the middle of the top base, which is located within the enclosed space.

6. The UAV top compartment with a rotatable handle according to claim 5, characterized in that: The spindle mounting structure includes a fixing block, a second locking fastener, and two elastic blocks. The fixing block has a spindle mounting hole, and the two elastic blocks are arranged opposite each other on the side of the spindle mounting hole facing the second protrusion. Each elastic block has an arc surface, which forms a partial hole wall of the spindle mounting hole. The second locking fastener is connected to the two elastic blocks respectively, so as to force the elastic blocks to move relatively close or relatively far apart, thereby adjusting the diameter of the spindle mounting hole.

7. The UAV top compartment with a rotatable handle according to claim 6, characterized in that: The spindle mounting structure is provided with a positioning element, one end of which protrudes from the wall of the spindle mounting hole.

8. The UAV top compartment with a rotatable handle according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top cover and the top base are connected by a plurality of third fasteners; The top cover is provided with a plurality of second grooves, and the top base is provided with a plurality of mounting protrusions. The second grooves and the mounting protrusions are provided in a one-to-one correspondence. The third fastener passes through the second groove and is connected to the mounting protrusion.

9. The UAV top compartment with a rotatable handle according to claim 8, characterized in that: The top compartment base is provided with multiple reinforcing ribs and multiple third grooves. The multiple reinforcing ribs protrude from the bottom wall of the top compartment base and extend radially along the top compartment base. The mounting protrusion is provided on the reinforcing ribs, and the third groove is provided between two adjacent reinforcing ribs and recessed into the bottom wall of the top compartment base.

10. An unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), characterized in that, The drone top compartment with a rotatable handle as described in any one of claims 1 to 9.

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