Foldable drone heliport with solar charging

Abstract

We offer a foldable drone heliport with solar charging function that combines the functions of a drone heliport and a solar panel, making it portable and practical. [Solution] The solar-charging foldable drone heliport includes a composite body (10) consisting of a solar panel (11) and a foldable frame (13), the folding area of which forms a pattern for the drone to identify its landing position. One end of the composite body is provided with a horizontally extending connection plate, to which a handle (20) is attached. An external charging interface is located inside the handle.

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to the field of heliport technology, and more particularly to a foldable heliport for drones with solar charging capabilities. [Background technology]

[0002] With the rapid development of drone technology, drones are being used in fields such as aerial photography, agriculture, logistics, and security. However, due to the limited battery life of drones, they must rely on portable charging stations when working outdoors. For this reason, environmentally friendly and convenient solar charging devices have become an ideal choice for drone users.

[0003] There are two main products on the market today: one is the foldable solar charging panel: a solar charger that usually consists of multiple solar panels and has a foldable structure, making it easy to carry and store, and suitable for powering a variety of electronic devices.

[0004] The other is a drone heliport: its main purpose is to assist drones in precision landing and improve flight safety, but its functions are relatively simple and it does not have charging capabilities.

[0005] Although the two aforementioned products have already reached a relatively mature market level, they are used separately and do not meet users' needs for multi-functional, integrated devices. For example, during field work or emergencies, users need a stable drone takeoff and landing platform, as well as solar charging capabilities to charge drones and other equipment in real time and extend their working time. However, current technology does not offer a portable solution that combines solar charging with a drone heliport.

[0006] Furthermore, while existing solar charging panels have a certain degree of portability, they lack the identification area and stable structure specialized for drone landing, making them unsuitable for use as helipads. Meanwhile, traditional helipads lack a built-in power supply system, which limits their application range and prevents on-site power supply.

[0007] Therefore, there is an urgent need for a new device that combines solar charging and drone heliport functionality, providing a stable take-off and landing platform while also allowing the drone and electronic devices to be powered by sunlight, while also being highly portable and practical. Summary of the Invention

[0008] This invention provides a foldable drone heliport with solar charging function, which aims to solve the technical problem of the current technology where the drone heliport and the solar panel are functionally separated, resulting in a lack of integration when used in portable mode.

[0009] To achieve the above-mentioned objectives, the present invention provides a foldable drone heliport with solar charging function. The drone heliport includes a composite main body composed of multiple solar panels and a foldable frame, and the folding area of the foldable frame forms a pattern for identifying the drone's landing position. The composite main body is flat when unfolded and has a stacked block shape when folded. A horizontally extending connection plate is provided at one end of the composite main body, and a handle is attached to the connection plate. An external power supply interface is located inside the handle.

[0010] The solar panels are then installed within a folding frame, with corner connectors attached to the frame's four corners. Positioning holes are provided at the corners of the frame, and the corner connectors consist of upper and lower brackets, each with a convex ring that fits into the opposing positioning holes. The corners feature a convex ring design where the upper and lower brackets face each other, which, combined with the positioning hole design, ensures a fast and robust connection at each corner. This improves assembly efficiency and structural stability, and ensures the heliport has good flatness and load-bearing capacity when deployed.

[0011] Furthermore, the upper metal fitting has an arched step, and a guide rib is arranged on the upper surface of the step. A positioning pin that fits into the positioning groove post is installed on the inner bottom surface of the upper metal fitting. The lower metal fitting has an arched edge material, and an inner material is installed at a predetermined distance from the edge material. This forms a clamp groove for clamping the upper part of the step between the edge material and the inner material. Furthermore, a positioning groove post that fits into the positioning pin is installed on the inner material. In this structure, the guide rib enables precise alignment between the connectors, improving assembly efficiency and installation accuracy. The engagement between the step and the clamp groove increases the interlocking strength between the upper and lower connectors, improving the reliability of the connection. The interlocking of the positioning pin and positioning groove post further improves the accuracy and stability of the corner connection.

[0012] The handle has a convex ring shape and includes a connection area for securing a connecting plate and a grip area for grasping, with a mounting structure for securing a circuit board formed within the grip area. The handle is composed of an upper case and a lower case, which are fixed together with fasteners. The lower case has a front wall facing the composite body and a rear wall facing outward, with a slot for inserting a connecting plate in the front wall. A first support pillar is disposed inside the lower case, and the rear wall is formed on its back side. The first support pillar is fixedly connected to the rear wall and the front wall via a reinforcing plate. The handle has a split structure consisting of an upper case and a lower case, which facilitates the installation and maintenance of internal circuit components. The fixed connection with fasteners ensures structural stability and sealing. An insertion port is provided in the front wall, allowing the insertion and fixation of a connecting plate, improving overall connection reliability. The combined structure of the first support pillar and the reinforcing plate strengthens the support strength of the handle's internal space, effectively preventing deformation and improving overall durability and portability.

[0013] The mounting structure also includes a second support post installed within the lower case, on which a circuit board is secured, and a USB connector is attached to the circuit board. An insertion slot for securing the USB connector is provided on the rear side wall. The second support post for securing the circuit board within the handle provides stable support for electronic components, making them less likely to loosen or be damaged during transport or use. The USB connector allows users to conveniently charge drones and other devices in outdoor environments.

[0014] Furthermore, the USB connector includes a first USB connector and a second USB connector, and the insertion port is equipped with a cover, which provides dustproof and waterproof functions and effectively prevents the external environment from affecting the internal circuitry, thereby extending the product's lifespan and improving its safety and protection rating.

[0015] Furthermore, the left and right sides of the handle and the inside of the grip are respectively fitted with a first side cover, a second side cover and an inner cover, which are fitted with an anti-slip texture structure, effectively increasing the friction when the user grips the handle and improving grip stability, thereby preventing the inconvenience of operation due to slipping during use and preventing unintentional dropping.

[0016] Additionally, the handle has a built-in compass, which is fixed in a circular groove on the side of the handle.

[0017] In addition, the circuit board is equipped with a display that shows the charging status in real time, and a protective cover is installed on the side of the rear case to physically protect the display.

[0018] The foldable drone port with solar charging function provided by this invention has the following advantages:

[0019] This device organically integrates solar charging functionality with the drone pad structure, achieving a unified and highly portable design. This effectively solves the problems of functional separation and lack of portability in existing technologies. Furthermore, the smartly designed movable frame provides a stable takeoff and landing platform when unfolded and folds for easy storage and transportation, greatly improving the device's applicability and usage efficiency. At the same time, the external charging interface built into the handle further enhances the device's practicality, allowing users to simultaneously charge drones and other electronic devices while working outdoors. This improves flight range and operational continuity, and is expected to have good market prospects. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0020] [Figure 1] A three-dimensional structural diagram of the foldable drone port of this invention. [Figure 2] A partial exploded view of the foldable drone port of this invention. [Figure 3] FIG. 1 is an exploded view of the handle of the present invention from a first perspective. [Figure 4] 2 is an exploded view of the handle of the present invention from a second perspective. [Figure 5] Structural diagram of the lower case (distributor) of this invention. [Figure 6] This is a structural diagram of the upper case (top case) and lower case from a first perspective. [Figure 7] FIG. 2 is a structural diagram of the upper and lower cases according to the present invention from a second perspective. [Figure 8] Cross-sectional structure diagram of the upper and lower cases of this invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0021] In order to make the objectives, technical solutions and advantages of the present invention clearer, the present invention will be described in more detail below with reference to the drawings and examples, and it should be understood that the specific examples described herein are for the purpose of illustrating the present invention only and are not intended to limit the present invention.

[0022] 1 and 2, the present invention provides a foldable drone heliport with solar charging capabilities. The heliport includes a composite main body 10 composed of multiple solar panels 11 and a foldable frame 13. The foldable frame 13 has a folding area, and when unfolded, it forms an identification pattern to help the drone identify its landing position. When fully unfolded, the composite main body 10 forms a flat structure, allowing the drone to take off and land stably. When folded, it forms a stacked block structure, making it easy to carry and store.

[0023] A connecting plate 14 is provided at one end of the composite main body 10 and extends horizontally outward, and a handle 20 is provided on the connecting plate 14 to facilitate transport of the device. An external charging interface is built into the handle 20, which allows charging of drones or other electronic devices.

[0024] The handle 20 is provided with a circular groove, which is used to attach a compass 29. By integrating the compass 29 into the handle 20, directional information can be easily obtained during outdoor work, eliminating the need to carry a separate navigation tool, and improving the practicality and convenience of operation of the device.

[0025] Furthermore, solar panels 11 are embedded inside the folding frame 13, thereby enabling the supply of power to the heliport and connected equipment. To strengthen the stability of the structure and improve overall durability, corner fittings 12 are provided at the four corners of the folding frame 13. The corner fittings 12 include an upper fitting 121 and a lower fitting 122, which are inserted and fixed to each other using a convex ring structure that fits together to ensure stability when the frame is unfolded. Furthermore, positioning holes 15 are provided at the corners of the folding frame 13 to assist in accurate positioning and assembly of the fittings.

[0026] This invention combines a solar power system with a folding structure to make the drone heliport portable, while also improving its practicality and energy self-sufficiency in outdoor work environments.

[0027] 6 to 8, the upper metal fitting 121 includes an arch-shaped step 1211, and a guide rib 1212 is provided on the upper surface of the step 1211. Furthermore, a positioning pin 1213 that fits into a positioning groove post 1223 is provided on the inner bottom surface of the upper metal fitting 121. The lower metal fitting 122 has an arch-shaped rim material 1221, and an inner material 1222 is disposed at a predetermined distance from the rim material 1221. A clamping groove is formed between the rim material 1221 and the inner material 1222 to clamp the upper part of the step 1211. The inner material 1222 is provided with a positioning groove post 1223 that fits into the positioning pin 1213.

[0028] 6 to 8, the lower fitting 122 includes an arch-shaped edge member 1221, and an inner member 1222 is disposed at a fixed distance from this edge member 1221. A clamping groove structure is formed between the edge member 1221 and the inner member 1222, and this clamping groove is configured to clamp and fix the upper part of the step 1211 of the upper fitting 121. This allows the upper fitting 121 to be effectively fixed.

[0029] The present invention not only achieves a firm connection at each corner of the folding frame 13 through the structural cooperation of the upper bracket 121 and the lower bracket 122, but also effectively improves the assembly accuracy and usage reliability of the entire structure.

[0030] 3 to 5, handle 20 has an overall convex ring structure and includes a connection area that is fixed to connecting plate 14, a grip area for a user to hold, and an attachment structure for fixing circuit board 23 provided within the grip area. Handle 20 is composed of upper case 21 and lower case 22, which are fixedly connected via fasteners to form a closed and sturdy internal space.

[0031] The lower case 22 is formed with a front wall 201 facing the composite main body 10 and a rear wall 202 facing outward. An insertion opening 221 is provided in the front wall 201, through which a connecting plate 14 is inserted to achieve structural fixation. A first upright pillar 222 is provided inside the lower case 22, and a rear wall 223 is formed behind the first upright pillar 222. Furthermore, the rear wall 223 and the front wall 201 are connected by a reinforcing plate 224, thereby improving the structural strength and stability of the entire lower case 22.

[0032] The mounting structure within the grip portion includes a second pillar 225 provided inside the lower case 22, and a circuit board 23 is fixed to this second pillar 225. The circuit board 23 is equipped with a plurality of USB connectors, specifically including a first USB connector 231 and a second USB connector 232. To facilitate connection of external devices, an insertion port is formed in the rear wall 202, and is configured to allow the USB connector to be fitted and fixed therein.

[0033] The circuit board 23 is further equipped with a display 233, which is of professional grade and has high accuracy and visibility, and can display the main parameters of the solar charging process, such as current, voltage, and power, in real time. By integrating this display 233, users can intuitively grasp the charging status.

[0034] Furthermore, the insertion opening is provided with a dustproof and protective cover 25. A snap-fit protective cover 24 is detachably attached to the rear wall 202, and this protective cover 24 is configured to protect the internal display 233 and prevent accidental contact.

[0035] In this embodiment, the first USB connector 231 is configured as a Type-C port, and the second USB connector 232 is configured as a USB-A port. Furthermore, a first side cover 26, a second side cover 28, and an inner cover 27 are provided on the left and right sides of the handle 20, and on the inside of the gripping area, respectively. The first side cover 26 and the second side cover 28 are formed with a plurality of ridges, and the inner cover 27 is formed with a plurality of grooves. These ridges and grooves cooperate to form a textured surface structure, which effectively increases the friction when the user grips the handle 20 and improves grip stability. This prevents slippage during use, which can cause inconvenience in operation, and prevents the device from accidentally dropping.

[0036] The above structure further improves practicality and safety in outdoor environments, providing a more comfortable and stable gripping experience, especially when carrying a heavy foldable drone heliport.

[0037] By optimizing the structure of the handle 20, this invention not only achieves a convenient ergonomic interface function, but also effectively ensures the stable operation and safety of the internal circuit system, thereby improving the overall user experience and practicality of the drone heliport.

[0038] The device is made of lightweight and durable materials (PU fabric, plastic frame, etc.), has a foldable structure, and features a handle design for excellent portability, achieving breakthroughs in functional integration, user experience, and market competitiveness.

[0039] The solar-powered foldable drone helipad provided by this invention has the following advantages:

[0040] This device organically integrates solar charging functionality with a drone helipad, achieving an integrated, multifunctional, and portable design, effectively solving the problem of functional separation and integration in existing technologies. The foldable main body provides a stable takeoff and landing platform for drones when unfolded, and a landing identification pattern ensures operational safety. When folded, it becomes a compact block, offering excellent portability and storage, while significantly improving space utilization. The handle has a built-in external power supply interface and a dual USB interface design, allowing users to power devices with different specifications in outdoor environments. Furthermore, the handle is equipped with a stable circuit mounting structure and a dustproof and waterproof cover to ensure safe operation of electronic components. The rim hardware combines a multi-layered structure, including a convex ring, guide ribs, locating pins, and clamping grooves, improving assembly efficiency and connection stability, and increasing the strength and service life of the entire structure. The handle also features a non-slip textured surface for comfortable grip and safe operation.

[0041] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and does not limit the present invention. Any modifications, equivalent replacements, or improvements made within the spirit and principle of the present invention shall be included in the protection scope of the present invention. [Explanation of symbols]

[0042] 10 Complex subjects 11. Solar Panels 12 Corner bracket 13 Folding Frame 14 Connection plate 15 Positioning holes 20 Handle 201 Front side wall 202 Rear wall 121 Upper metal fittings 1211 Step 1212 Guide rib 1213 Locating pin 122 Lower bracket 1221 Edge material 1222 Inner material 1223 Positioning groove column 21 Upper case 22 Lower case 221 Insertion port 222 First Pillar 223 Side wall 224 Reinforcement plate 225 Second pillar 23 Circuit Board 231 First USB connector 232 Second USB connector 233 Display 24 Protective cover 25 Lid 26 First side lid 27 Inner lid 28 Second side lid 29 Compass

Claims

1. A foldable drone heliport with solar charging function, comprising a composite main body (10) composed of a plurality of solar panels (11) and a foldable frame (13), wherein a folding region of the foldable frame (13) forms an identification pattern for the drone to identify a landing position, the composite main body (10) is flat when unfolded and becomes a stacked block-like body when folded, a horizontally extending connection plate (14) is formed at one end of the composite main body (10), a handle (20) is attached to the connection plate (14), and an external charging interface is provided inside the handle (20).

2. The solar panel (11) is mounted in a foldable frame (13), corner brackets (12) are attached to the four corners of the foldable frame (13), positioning holes (15) are provided at the corners of the foldable frame (13), the corner brackets (12) include an upper bracket (121) and a lower bracket (122), and the upper bracket (121) and the lower bracket (122) are provided with convex rings that can be inserted into each other and are positioned in the positioning holes (15).

3. The foldable drone heliport with solar charging function described in claim 2, characterized in that the upper bracket (121) includes an arch-shaped step (1211), a guide rib (1212) is provided on the upper surface of the step (1211), and a positioning pin (1213) that engages with a positioning trough column is provided on the inner bottom surface of the upper bracket (121); the lower bracket (122) includes an arch-shaped edge material (1221), an inner material (1222) is provided at a position a predetermined distance from the edge material (1221), a clamp groove is formed between the edge material (1221) and the inner material (1222) for clamping the upper part of the step (1211), and a positioning trough column (1223) that engages with the positioning pin (1213) is provided on the inner bottom surface of the upper bracket (121).

4. The handle (20) has a convex ring shape, and is provided with a connection portion for fixing to the connection plate (14) and a grip portion for gripping by hand, and a mounting structure for fixing a circuit board (23) is formed in the grip portion; the handle (20) includes an upper case (21) and a lower case (22), and the upper case (21) and the lower case (22) are fixedly connected by fastening parts, and the lower case (22) has a front wall (201) facing the composite main body (10) and a rear wall (202) facing outward. 202), the front wall (201) is provided with an insertion opening (221) for inserting a connecting plate (14), a first upright (222) is provided inside the lower case (22), a rear wall (223) is formed behind the first upright (222), and the first upright (222) is fixedly connected to the rear wall (223) and the front wall (201) via reinforcing plates (224), respectively.

5. 5. The foldable drone heliport with solar charging function according to claim 4, wherein the mounting structure includes a second pillar (225) provided in the lower case (22), a circuit board (23) fixedly attached to the second pillar (225), the circuit board (23) is equipped with a USB connector, and an insertion port for fixing and positioning the USB connector is drilled in the rear wall (202).

6. The foldable drone heliport with solar charging function according to claim 5, characterized in that the USB connector includes a first USB connector (231) and a second USB connector (232), and the insertion port is provided with a cover (25).

7. The foldable drone heliport with solar charging function according to claim 5, characterized in that a display (233) for displaying the charging status in real time is attached to the circuit board (23), and a protective cover (24) for physically protecting the display (233) is provided on the rear wall (202).

8. The foldable drone heliport with solar charging function according to claim 4, characterized in that a first side cover (26), a second side cover (28), and an inner cover (27) are attached to the left side, right side, and inside of the grip portion of the handle (20), respectively, and the first side cover (26), the second side cover (28), and the inner cover (27) are provided with an anti-slip texture structure.

9. The foldable drone heliport with solar charging function according to claim 1, characterized in that the handle (20) further has a compass (29) embedded therein.

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