Adjustable LiDAR Sensor Bracket for Semi-Trailer Angle Detection
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Solution Overview
Problem
The detection of the trailing angle in semi-trailers is challenging due to the inability to adjust LiDAR sensors mounted on the original vehicle structure, leading to inaccurate data collection on reflecting plates, especially on bumpy roads.
Innovation Solution
A sensor bracket with a first cross beam mounted to the tractor's frame cross beam, vertical beams perpendicularly attached, and a second cross beam sliding along grooves, allowing adjustable mounting and positioning of LiDAR sensors to match the trailer's reflecting plates.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If LiDAR sensors are mounted on the original vehicle structure, then the mounting structure is simple and stable, but the sensor position cannot be adjusted leading to inaccurate detection
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies the dynamics principle by transforming the fixed mounting structure into an adjustable one. The bracket includes sliding grooves on vertical beams and corresponding sliding blocks on cross beams, allowing the sensor mounting position to be dynamically adjusted in multiple directions (up-down via first sliding grooves, left-right via second sliding grooves). This enables precise positioning of LiDAR sensors to match reflecting plates while maintaining a relatively simple overall structure.
2Ease of operation
If the sensor bracket structure is simplified for easy mounting, then the mounting process is convenient, but the adjustment capability for sensor positioning is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies segmentation by dividing the adjustment mechanism into independent directional components. The bracket structure separates adjustment functions into vertical adjustment (via first sliding grooves on vertical beams) and horizontal adjustment (via second sliding grooves on vertical beams), with each direction having its own sliding mechanism. This segmented approach allows easy mounting while providing comprehensive adjustment capability in multiple dimensions.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple sensors are mounted on the bracket, then the detection coverage is improved, but the structural stability may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies universality by designing the bracket structure to serve multiple functions simultaneously. The same bracket framework supports both structural stability (through the rigid connection of cross beams and vertical beams) and multi-sensor mounting capability (through multiple adjustable cross beams with sliding mechanisms). The sliding groove design allows different numbers and types of sensors to be mounted while maintaining structural integrity.
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AI summary
The present document describes a sensor bracket and a vehicle, the sensor bracket comprising: a first cross beam, the first side thereof being mounted to the frame cross beam of a tail portion of a tractor; at least two vertical beams perpendicularly mounted to the first cross beam; and a second cross beam located below the first cross beam and connecting at least two vertical beams; wherein each of the vertical beams has a first sliding groove and the second cross beam is operable to slide up and down along the first sliding grooves. The sensor bracket of the present application has a simple structure and stable performance, and adopts the frame cross beam of the original vehicle for mounting, making it easy to operate, easy to replace, and easy to adjust.