Cable REEL equipped foldable robot carrier

Abstract

The invention relates to a carrier (10) that enables the transportation of a robot (90) charging electric vehicles by means of at least one cable (K). Accordingly, its novelty is that in order to provide regular cable (K) feeding to the robot (90) it comprises: at least one station (40) on which the robot (90) can park, at least one lower body (30) connected to the station (40) so as to be rotatable around the X axis (x), at least one upper body (20) connected to the lower body (30) so as to be rotatable around the X axis (x), at least one holder (50) on each of the upper body (20) and the lower body (30), at least one reel (60), on which the cable (K) can be wound, is connected to each holder (50) via at least one connection element (51) on at least one end of the holder (50), in a manner allowing freedom of rotation in all directions.

Description

[0001] CABLE REEL EQUIPPED FOLDABLE ROBOT CARRIER

[0002] FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0003] The invention relates to a carrier that enables the transportation of a robot charging electric vehicles by means of at least one cable.

[0004] BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0005] Robot carriers are special equipment used to transport robotic systems from one place to another or to enable them to move within a specific area. These carriers are generally used in industrial, logistics, healthcare, agricultural, public or private transportation, and service sectors.

[0006] Carriers transporting robots that enable the charging of electric vehicles are used particularly in urban parking areas and parking lots, ensuring that vehicles are charged quickly and efficiently. These carriers are designed to transport and position charging robots to specific locations.

[0007] Electric vehicle charging devices are of vital importance due to the increasing number of electric vehicles. However, conventional charging systems are often associated with problems related to cable management and mobility.

[0008] Cable management problems may lead to various adverse conditions in the charging processes of electric vehicles. Tangling and knotting of the cables may prolong the charging time and restrict the mobility of the charging device. Constant bending and pulling may cause the cables to wear, fray, and even break, which poses safety risks. In addition, it may restrict the mobility of the charging device by preventing it from reaching the access points. These situations render the charging operations inefficient and may also increase maintenance and operational costs.

[0009] As a result, all the abovementioned problems have made it necessary to make an improvement in the relevant technical field.

[0010] SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION The present invention relates to a carrier developed to eliminate the above-mentioned disadvantages and to bring new advantages to the related technical field.

[0011] An objective of the invention is to provide a foldable carrier.

[0012] Another objective of the invention is to provide a carrier that functions as a “station” for electric charging devices, adapters, and robots.

[0013] Another objective of the invention is to accommodate robotic systems inside or on it and to provide power flow.

[0014] Another objective of the invention is to provide a carrier that prevents cable tension and tangling during operation.

[0015] Another objective of the invention is to provide a carrier that carries a robot charging electric vehicles.

[0016] Another objective of the invention is to provide a carrier that ensures smooth and uninterrupted movement of the robot.

[0017] Another objective of the invention is to provide a carrier that can maximize cable storage capacity in both the folded (Closed State) and upright (Open State) positions.

[0018] Another objective of the invention is to provide a carrier that enhances portability and spatial efficiency when stored.

[0019] The present invention relates to a carrier that enables the transportation of a robot charging electric vehicles by means of at least one cable (K), for the purpose of fulfilling all the objectives mentioned above and those that will become apparent from the detailed description below. According to this, its novelty is that, in order to provide regular cable feeding to the robot, it comprises: at least one station on which the robot can park, at least one lower body connected to the station so as to be rotatable around the X axis, at least one upper body connected to the lower body so as to be rotatable around the X axis, at least one holder on each of the upper body and the lower body, at least one reel, on which the cable can be wound, is connected to each holder via at least one connection element on at least one end of the holder, in a manner allowing freedom of rotation in all directions. Thus, regular and uninterrupted cable feeding is provided to the robot, and cable entanglement and excessive tension are prevented.

[0020] A possible embodiment of the invention comprises at least one wheel enabling the movement of the carrier. Thus, the carrier allows the robot to be transported easily and increases mobility.

[0021] A possible embodiment of the invention comprises at least one guide on the lower body that enables the cable, which is wound on the reels, to be transmitted to the robot in a regular manner. Thus, the cable is delivered to the robot regularly and without clutter.

[0022] A possible embodiment of the invention comprises at least one hole on the lower body that enables the cable to be connected to the robot. Thus, a safe and effective connection of the cable to the robot is ensured.

[0023] A possible embodiment of the invention comprises a telescopic holder. Thus, by adjusting the length of the holder, flexibility of use in narrow spaces is achieved, and compatibility with different cable lengths is ensured.

[0024] A possible embodiment of the invention comprises at least one control display on the upper body. Thus, the user can monitor the real-time status of the carrier and the robot and perform the necessary controls.

[0025] A possible embodiment of the invention comprises at least one handle on the upper body. Thus, the user can easily steer the carrier and the transportation process is carried out more conveniently.

[0026] A possible embodiment of the invention comprises at least one inclined surface on the station. Thus, the robot can easily enter and exit the station, and height difference problems are eliminated.

[0027] BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES

[0028] Figure 1 shows a representative isometric view of the carrier of the invention in its open state. Figure 2 shows a representative isometric bottom view of the carrier of the invention in its open state.

[0029] Figure 3 shows a representative rear view of the carrier of the invention in its open state.

[0030] Figure 4 shows a representative isometric view in which the telescopic holders of the carrier of the invention are observed in their extended state.

[0031] Figure 5 shows a representative isometric view of the carrier of the invention in its closed state.

[0032] Figure 6 shows a representative rear isometric view of the carrier of the invention in its closed state.

[0033] Figure 7 shows a representative isometric view of the carrier of the invention in its fully open state.

[0034] Figure 8 shows a representative isometric view of the carrier of the invention together with the robot positioned at the station.

[0035] DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0036] In this detailed description, the carrier (10) subject to the invention is explained with examples solely for a better understanding of the subject, without constituting any limiting effect.

[0037] Figure 1 shows a representative isometric view of the carrier (10) of the invention in its open state (I). The carrier (10) enables the transportation of robots (90), particularly robots (90) that provide autonomous charging of all hybrid and electric vehicles, and supplies the cable (K). Thus, it enhances the functionality and mobility of the robots (90).

[0038] To achieve this, the carrier (10) comprises at least one station (40). The station (40) is the part where the robot (90) parks. The station (40) comprises at least one wheel (80) that enables the movement of the carrier (10). In the preferred embodiment of the invention, the number of wheels (80) is two. The station (40) comprises at least one inclined surface (41) to allow the robot (90) to easily detach from and return onto the station (40). In this way, the height difference can be eliminated. The carrier (10) comprises at least one lower body (30). The lower body (30) is connected to the station (40) so as to perform a rotational movement around the X axis (x) (as can be seen from Figures 4 and 5). The carrier (10) comprises at least one upper body (20). The upper body (20) is also connected to the lower body (30) so as to rotate around the X axis (x). Both the upper body (20) and the lower body (30) essentially serve to carry the cables (K).

[0039] To achieve this, both the upper body (20) and the lower body (30) comprise at least one holder (50). The holder (50) is cylindrical in shape. At one end of the holder (50), at least one reel (60) is provided. The cable (K) is wound around the reel (60). Accordingly, the cable (K) is wound onto the reel (60) located at the end of the holder (50) in the lower body (30) and the reel (60) located at the end of the holder (50) in the upper body (20). The reel (60) can rotate about its own axis. The holder (50) is telescopic. Therefore, the distances of the reels (60) relative to the upper body (20) and the lower body (30) can be adjusted. In this way, adjustments can be made in cases where the carrier (10) needs to be used in narrow spaces or where the reel (60) must be changed due to the cable (K) length but is not possible due to the holder (50) length.

[0040] In addition to this movement of the reel (60), at least one connection element (51) is provided at the point where the reel (60) is connected to the holder (50), allowing freedom of rotation in all directions. The connection element (51 ) may be a ball joint. In this way, the reel (60), as seen in Figure 8, can rotate in all directions to the extent allowed by its geometry. As mentioned above, with the holder (50) also being telescopic, it becomes possible to rotate the reels (60) to appropriate positions.

[0041] Since the upper body (20) and the lower body (30) are connected to each other with freedom of rotation around the X axis (x), the distance between the two reels (60) can also be adjusted. As a result, the cable (K) can be continuously maintained at the desired tension, and undesired conditions such as tangling and clutter can be prevented. That is, since the cable (K) connected to the robot (90) will be constantly pulled, in order to allow the cable (K) to be released in the most appropriate way, both the upper body (20) and the lower body (30) can rotate relative to each other, and the reel (60) can self-rotate to the most convenient position via the connection element (51).

[0042] The upper body (20) further comprises at least one handle (21 ) that allows the user to steer the carrier (10). The handle (21 ) is cylindrical in shape and connected to the upper body (20) with a curve at both ends. Additionally, the upper body (20) comprises at least one control display (70). The control display (70) provides the user with instant status information and enables the user to control the robot (90).

[0043] The lower body (30) comprises at least one hole (32). The hole (32) has a diameter that allows the cable (K) to pass through and enables the cable (K) to be connected to the robot (90). The lower body (30) also comprises at least one guide (31). The guide (31 ) serves to guide the cable (K), which is wound on the reels (60), to the robot (90) in a regular manner. The guide (31) is an l-profile that extends from the lower body (30) in the direction of the reels (60). It also comprises a guide reel (31 ) at its end. Therefore, when the cable (K) is unwound from the reel (60), its tension is preserved, and tangling can be prevented.

[0044] In light of all the above explanations, the invention operates as follows: As the robot (90) moves towards the vehicle to be charged, it departs from the station (40). At that time, in order to provide electricity via the plug on the robot (90), it starts pulling the cable (K) wound on the reels (60), and the reels (60) begin to rotate. During the autonomous movement of the robot (90), in order to prevent undesired situations such as tangling of the cable (K) or excessive unwinding due to the reels (60) rotating at different speeds as a result of constant changes in the tension of the cable (K), the reels (60) located at the ends of the holders (50) on the upper body (20) and the lower body (30) can rotate in all directions thanks to the ball joint. Another factor that enables this is the fact that the lower body (30) and the upper body (20) are connected to each other so as to rotate around the X axis (x). As the cable (K) is unwound, in order to keep the tension stable, it may be necessary to reduce the distance between the reels (60) on the lower body (30) and the upper body (20), and therefore, the lower body (30) and the upper body (20) can rotate relative to each other. The guide (31) on the lower body (30) also helps in transmitting the cable (K) in an orderly manner.

[0045] Thus, the following advantages can be achieved through the carrier (10): During the movement of the robotic charging device, smooth and uninterrupted release of the cable (K) is ensured, thereby preventing excessive tension and tangling of the cable (K). The carrier (10) maximizes cable (K) storage capacity in both folded and upright positions, thereby providing space efficiency. Its foldable structure, i.e. the Closed State (II) (see Figure 5), allows it to be easily carried and stored in a vehicle trunk. Moreover, thanks to the reels (60) of the carrier (10) being rotatable in all directions, the cable (K) can be released freely in all directions, thereby offering a wide operational range without restricting the movements of the robotic charging device, i.e. the robot (90). The protection scope of the invention is specified in the appended claims and cannot be limited to the description made for illustrative purposes in this detailed description. Likewise, it is clear that a person skilled in the art can present similar embodiments in the light of the above descriptions without departing from the main theme of the invention.

[0046] REFERENCE NUMBERS THAT GIVEN IN THE FIGURE

[0047] 10 Carrier

[0048] 20 Upper Body

[0049] 21 Handle

[0050] 30 Lower Body

[0051] 31 Guide

[0052] 32 Hole

[0053] 40 Station

[0054] 41 Inclined Surface

[0055] 50 Holder

[0056] 51 Connection Element

[0057] 60 Reel

[0058] 70 Control Display

[0059] 80 Wheel

[0060] 90 Robot

[0061] (K) Cable

[0062] (x) X Axis

[0063] (I) Open State

[0064] (II) Closed State

[0065] (III) Fully Open State

Claims

CLAIMS1. The invention is a carrier (10) that enables the transportation of a robot (90) charging electric vehicles by means of at least one cable (K), characterized in that in order to provide regular cable (K) feeding to the robot (90) it comprises: at least one station (40) on which the robot (90) can park, at least one lower body (30) connected to the station (40) so as to be rotatable around the X axis (x), at least one upper body (20) connected to the lower body (30) so as to be rotatable around the X axis (x), at least one holder (50) on each of the upper body (20) and the lower body (30), at least one reel (60), on which the cable (K) can be wound, is connected to each holder (50) via at least one connection element (51 ) on at least one end of the holder (50), in a manner allowing freedom of rotation in all directions.

2. The carrier (10) according to claim 1 , characterized in that it comprises at least one wheel (80) enabling the movement of the carrier (10).

3. The carrier (10) according to claim 1 , characterized in that the lower body (30) comprises at least one guide (31 ) that enables the cable (K), which is wound on the reels (60), to be transmitted to the robot (90) in a regular manner.

4. The carrier (10) according to claim 1 , characterized in that the lower body (30) comprises at least one hole (32) that enables the cable (K) to be connected to the robot (90).

5. The carrier (10) according to claim 1 , characterized in that the holder (50) is telescopic.

6. The carrier (10) according to claim 1 , characterized in that the upper body (20) comprises at least one control display (70).

7. The carrier (10) according to claim 1 , characterized in that the upper body (20) comprises at least one handle (21 ).

8. The carrier (10) according to claim 1 , characterized in that the station (40) comprises at least one inclined surface (41).

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