Provided in an embodiment of the present invention are a gimbal control method, an unmanned aerial vehicle, a gimbal, and a storage medium. The gimbal control method is implemented in an unmanned aerial vehicle provided with a gimbal. The method comprises: detecting whether an unmanned aerial vehicle enters a preset state; and if the unmanned aerial vehicle is detected to have entered the preset state, transmitting a control instruction to a gimbal, wherein the control instruction is used to instruct the gimbal to move to, and remain at, a target joint angle from a current joint angle. The joint angle is an angle of a gimbal shaft relative to the gimbal in a joint coordinate system. In the embodiment of the present invention, controlling a gimbal to move from a current joint angle to a target joint angle effectively ensures that the gimbal does not reach a position-limiting position, thereby realizing protection and control of the gimbal, and ensuring safety of the gimbal.
Provided is a method of controlling a gimbal provided at a movable object comprising a compass. The method comprises: determining whether a movable object enters a compass calibration mode; and if it is determined that the movable object has entered the compass calibration mode, controlling movement of a gimbal, such that the gimbal remains relatively still relative to the movable object.
Disclosed are a connecting assembly and a photographing apparatus, the connecting assembly (100) comprising a support base and a connecting base (130), a first clamping base (120), a second clamping base (140) and a rotary knob (150). The support base and the connecting base (130) are respectively connected to an external structure and a part to be fixed. The first clamping base (120) is connected to the support base, a plurality of first clamping strips (121) are circumferentially provided around the periphery of the first clamping base (120) at intervals, first clamping grooves (122) are defined between the first clamping strips (121) and the support base, and a plurality of notches (123) are defined between the adjacent first clamping strips (121). The second clamping base (140) is connected to the connecting base (130). The rotary knob (150) has an annular structure, one end of the rotary knob is rotatably connected to the second clamping base (140), a plurality of second clamping strips (151) are circumferentially provided around the inner edge of the other end of the rotary knob, and a plurality of second clamping strips (151) correspond to the plurality of notches (123) respectively. When the part to be fixed is connected to the external structure, the first clamping base is connected in a butt joint with the second clamping base, and the plurality of second clamping strips of the rotary knob pass through the plurality of notches respectively and are clamped into the first clamping grooves by means of rotation of the rotary knob, thereby adjusting the clamping and separation of the external structure and the part to be fixed.
Provided are a connector (1) and a remote control device. The connector (1) comprises: a female socket (11), a self-locking mechanism (12), and a male socket (13). The female socket (11) comprises a first board body (1130) and a second board body (1132), and a side wall (11302) of the first board body (1130) encloses a first receiving space. A side wall (11322-11324) of the second board body (1132) forms a second receiving space. A bump (11325) is arranged in the first receiving space, and a first groove (11326) is arranged on the bump (11325). The self-locking mechanism (12) is arranged in the second receiving space, and comprises a button (120), a top plate (126), and an elastic element (124) connecting the button (120) and the top plate (126). A movable element is arranged on one end of the button (120) toward the top plate (126), which can push the top plate (126) to move when the button (120) is pressed, until the movable element moves into the first groove (11326), so that the button (120) is self-locked and the elastic element (124) is compressed. The male socket (13) comprises a fitting member (131), and the fitting member (131) is provided with an elastic protrusion (13120). Self-locking is implemented when the button (120) is pressed, then the top plate (126) pushes against the elastic protrusion (13120), so that the elastic protrusion (13120) is deformed and be exit from the first receiving space. The connector (1) and the remote control device can be quickly installed and fixed and disassembled.
Provided is a mechanical angle detecting method, comprising: Acquiring first posture information for indicating a motion posture of a pan/tilt base of a pan/tilt, second posture information for indicating a motion posture of a photographing device mounted on the pan/tilt head, and an electrical angle of all motors on each axis in the pan/tilt head; and determining a mechanical angle of each motor on the axis on the basis of the first posture information, the second posture information, and the electrical angle of the motor on each axis. Applying this method can improve the calculation efficiency of the mechanical angle and does not affect the stability of the pan/tilt structure. The pan/tilt head and a machine readable storage medium are also disclosed.
F16M 11/12 - Means for attachment of apparatus; Means allowing adjustment of the apparatus relatively to the stand allowing pivoting in more than one direction
F16M 11/18 - Heads with mechanism for moving the apparatus relatively to the stand
G05D 1/10 - Simultaneous control of position or course in three dimensions
G05D 1/08 - Control of attitude, i.e. control of roll, pitch, or yaw
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IMAGING DEVICE, CAMERA MODULE, AND PAN-TILT-ZOOM CAMERA
An imaging device (1) comprises: an imaging body (11) and a lens mount assembly (12) disposed on the imaging body (11). The lens mount assembly comprises a lock engaging portion (121), a first engaging surface (1241), and an electrical connecting portion (122) disposed on the first engaging surface (1241). When a lens (2) is assembled with the imaging device (1) by engaging with the lock engaging portion (121), the first engaging surface (1241) is fit to a second engaging surface (211) of the lens, and the electrical connecting portion (122) is electrically connected to an electrical engaging portion (22) of the lens. In the imaging device of the invention, the electrical connecting portion is disposed on the engaging surface, engaging with a lens, and the lens is fixed on the imaging device by mechanical engagement, thereby simplifying the internal structure of the imaging device, improving space utilization in the imaging device, and decreasing the size of the imaging device. The invention further discloses a camera module (10) comprising the imaging device (1) and a pan-tilt-zoom camera (100).
Provided is a heat dissipation structure which is applied to an electronic device; the electronic device comprises a power consumption component; and the power consumption component is disposed in a receiving cavity (10). The heat dissipation structure comprises: a cover (15), which is used to enclose the receiving cavity (10), and the cover (15) is thermally connected to the power consumption component through a heat conducting component; and a heat dissipation component (16), which is thermally connected to the cover (15). The heat dissipation component (16) comprises a heat dissipation module (160) and a fan (162), wherein the heat dissipation module (160) is located in an air outlet duct of the fan (162), so that wind blown by the fan (162) can take away heat of the heat dissipation module (160). Also provided in the invention are a camera (1) and a mobile platform (2). With the heat dissipation structure, the camera (1) and the mobile platform (2), heat dissipation performance and meet a dustproof need can be improved.
A turning control method for a photographic device is disclosed, the method comprising: acquiring a direction of movement (202, 305) of a photographic device (204, 302); and issuing a turning control command if an obstacle (203, 304) is detected in the direction of movement and if the relationship between the photographic device and the obstacle satisfies collision conditions, wherein the turning control command is generated in accordance with the direction of movement and the orientation of the lens of the photographic device, the turning control command is configured to control turning of the photographic device, and the orientation of the lens of the photographic device after turning differs from the new direction of movement. Use of the turning control method can to some extent prevent a lens of a photographic device from being damaged during movement of a mobile object. Further disclosed is a turning control device for a photographic device, a control apparatus, an aircraft, an additional turning control method for a photographic device, and an additional turning control device for a photographic device.
A gimbal (10) and an unmanned aerial vehicle. The gimbal (10) comprises a pitch shaft arm (11), a roll shaft arm (12), and a first drive device for driving the pitch shaft arm (11). The roll shaft arm (12) comprises a main body (121), a first arm section (122) and a second arm section (123). The first shaft arm section (122) cooperates with the second arm section (123) to clamp the pitch shaft arm (11). The first drive device is provided at the first arm section (122). The second arm section (123) has a first through hole (1231). A first accommodation cavity (1232) in communication with the first through hole (1231) is arranged inside the second arm section (123). The gimbal (10) further comprises a first branch cable (141) to be connected to a photographing device (20). The first branch cable (141) passes through the first through hole (1231) and is led out from the first accommodation cavity (1232). The gimbal (10) has a simplified wiring layout.
An imaging device (100), a cradle head (200) and a camera main body (300); the imaging device (100) comprises a body (110), as well as a capture component (120) and a mounting component (150) that are disposed on the body (110); the mounting component (150) is used for detachably coupling to multiple types of imaging device carriers by means of a first coupler, the multiple types of imaging device carriers being selected from at least two of the following: the cradle head (200), the camera main body (300) and a movable object. By means of the imaging device (100), the mounting component (150) may be detachably coupled to multiple types of imaging device carriers by means of a first coupler, and thus the imaging device (100) may switchably cooperate for use with multiple types of imaging device carriers.
Disclosed are a lens mount (10), a camera system (100) using the lens mount (10), and a method for installing the camera system (100). The camera system (100) comprises multiple lenses of different weights or models, the multiple lenses comprising a target lens (30) loaded on the lens mount (10); the lens mount (10) comprises a main body (11) and multiple counterweight rear covers of different weights or models; the main body (11) can rotate relative to a pan-tilt (20) about a rotation axis (201), and the main body (11) comprises a lens loading structure (111) located on one side of the rotation axis (201) and a counterweight loading structure (112) located on the other side of the rotation axis (201); the counterweight loading structure (112) comprises a first connecting element (113); the multiple counterweight rear covers can be respectively fitted to the counterweight loading structure (112); each counterweight rear cover comprises a second connecting element (121); a target counterweight rear cover (12) is comprised in the multiple counterweight rear covers; and the target counterweight rear cover (12) can be loaded on the counterweight loading structure (112) by means of the cooperation of the first connecting element (113) and the second connecting element (121) so as to adjust an equivalent center of gravity of the lens mount (10) and the target lens (30).
Disclosed is a method for controlling a pan-tilt (30), comprising: acquiring rotation parameter information of at least one wheel (21, 22); and sending the rotation parameter information to the pan-tilt (30), so that the pan-tilt (30) adjusts the attitude of the pan-tilt (30) according to the rotation parameter information. According to the method, a control device (20) receives the rotation parameter information of at least one wheel (21, 22) thereon, and sends the rotation parameter information of the wheel (21, 22) to the pan-tilt (30), so that the pan-tilt (30) adjusts the attitude of the pan-tilt (30) according to the rotation parameter information of the wheel (21, 22); because the angular speed or angle value of the wheel (21, 22) can be accurately controlled or calculated, the accuracy of controlling the attitude of the pan-tilt (30) can be improved when the attitude of the pan-tilt (30) is adjusted according to the angular speed or angle value of the wheel (21, 22). Also disclosed are a control device and a pan-tilt (30).
Disclosed are a housing assembly (200) and a photography device having same. The housing assembly (200) comprises a shell (1) and a heat dissipation plate (2) arranged in the shell (1); the heat dissipation plate (2) divides an inner space of the shell (1) to form a first cavity and a second cavity, the first cavity is used to house a fan (100), and the second cavity is used to house a photography module; an air inlet portion (11a) and an air outlet portion (11b) are provided on the shell (1), the air inlet portion (11a) and the air outlet portion (11b) are in communication with the first cavity and are isolated from the second cavity, the air inlet portion (11a) cooperates with an air inlet of the fan (100), and an airflow flowing from an air outlet of the fan (100) flows through the heat dissipation plate (2) and then flows out of the housing assembly (200) through the air outlet portion (11b). The second cavity for housing the photography module and the first cavity for housing the fan (100) are isolated, and thus, the second cavity is isolated from the outside, realizing the functions of sealing, waterproofing and dissipating the heat of the photography module.
A method for controlling an electric motor, which method is executed on a gimbal. The method comprises: obtaining, at a first frequency and from an inertial measurement unit (IMU), current attitude data of a camera and generating an electric motor control instruction, the electric motor control instruction being used for driving an electric motor to move so as to correct the attitude difference of the current attitude data of the camera with respect to target attitude data; and completing, at a second frequency, the execution of the electric motor control instruction, the second frequency being higher than the first frequency, so that the difference between adjacent electric motor control instructions is reduced. Also provided is a corresponding gimbal.
Provided are a connecting end (10), which is used for cooperating with a connecting base (20), the connecting end comprising a second connecting structure (12) and a waterproof gasket (14), wherein the second connecting structure is used for cooperating with a first connecting structure (24) formed in a mounting groove (22) of the connecting base; and when the connecting end is detachably mounted in the mounting groove by means of the cooperation of the second connecting structure and the first connecting structure, a seam is formed between the connecting base and the connecting end, the waterproof gasket protrudes from the connecting end, and the waterproof gasket is used for abutting against the connecting base to seal the seam. Further provided are a connecting device (100), a pan-tilt (200) and an unmanned aerial vehicle (1000) having the connecting end. Providing the waterproof gasket at the connecting end realizes the waterproofing of the seam between the connecting end and a connecting base and also realizes the detachable connection of a pan-tilt and an unmanned aerial vehicle, thereby ensuring that electric motors of the pan-tilt and the unmanned aerial vehicle are damaged in the rain or in a humid environment.
An embodiment of the present invention discloses a camera body and a camera structure. The camera body (100) comprises a front cover assembly (10), a first circuit board (20), a heat dissipation assembly (30), a power supply assembly (40), and a back cover assembly (50). The front cover assembly (10) and the back cover assembly enclose to form a cavity. The first circuit board (20), the heat dissipation assembly (30) and the power supply assembly (40) are provided in the cavity, and are stacked in a direction from the front cover assembly (10) to the back cover assembly (50). The heat dissipation assembly (30) is provided between the first circuit board (20) and the power supply assembly (40), wherein a side of the power supply assembly (40), close the first circuit board (20) and the heat dissipation assembly (30), is fixed to the front cover assembly (10) and pressed onto the first circuit board (20) and the heat dissipation assembly (30). The above structure leverages the power supply assembly to fix the first circuit board and the heat dissipation assembly relative to each other, thereby maintaining the integrity of the camera body assembly and simplifying assembly of the camera body.
G03B 17/55 - APPARATUS OR ARRANGEMENTS FOR TAKING PHOTOGRAPHS OR FOR PROJECTING OR VIEWING THEM; APPARATUS OR ARRANGEMENTS EMPLOYING ANALOGOUS TECHNIQUES USING WAVES OTHER THAN OPTICAL WAVES; ACCESSORIES THEREFOR - Details of cameras or camera bodies; Accessories therefor with provision for heating or cooling, e.g. in aircraft
H05K 5/00 - Casings, cabinets or drawers for electric apparatus
H05K 7/20 - Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating
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METHOD FOR CONTROLLING GIMBAL HEAD, GIMBAL HEAD CONTROLLER, AND GIMBAL HEAD
A method for controlling a gimbal head (20), a gimbal head controller (140), and the gimbal head (20). When a gimbal head base (24) rotates with the pitch axis of the gimbal head base (24) as the axis of rotation, by acquiring the yaw posture of the gimbal head base (24), a target yaw posture of the gimbal head (20) is determined, and the actual yaw posture of the gimbal head (20) is controlled on the basis of the determined target yaw posture of the gimbal head (20), thus allowing the actual yaw posture of the gimbal head (20) to change with the yaw posture of the gimbal head base (24), preventing the gimbal head (20) from rotating uncontrollably in a process of switching between high and low camera positions, and allowing a camera (14) to capture a steady shot from high to low or from low to high.
F16M 11/12 - Means for attachment of apparatus; Means allowing adjustment of the apparatus relatively to the stand allowing pivoting in more than one direction
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CONTROL METHOD FOR PAN-TILT, CONTROLLER, AND PAN-TILT
A control method (200) for a pan-tilt (610), a controller (400, 500), and a pan-tilt (610). On the basis of the acceleration of a base (11), a movement response speed of the pan-tilt (610) can be intelligently controlled, and the problems that the photographed image is stiff and not soft due to that the set fixed speed is too high and the problem of inability to closely follow a target due to that the set fixed speed is too low can be avoided. The control method (200) for a pan-tilt comprises: determining the acceleration of the base (11) of the pan-tilt (610) (210); and controlling a movement response speed of the pan-tilt (610) according to the acceleration of the base (11), so as to adjust the pose of a camera on the pan-tilt (610) (220).
Disclosed is a pan-tilt. The pan-tilt (10) comprises a rotating arm (12) and a connection assembly (14), wherein the rotating arm (12) is rotatably connected to a camera module (20), and the camera module (20) is able to rotate relative to a carrier of the pan-tilt (10) or the rotating arm (12); the connection assembly (14) is connected to the rotating arm (12); the connection assembly (14) comprises an elastic element (142); and the elastic element (142) is capable of providing a restoring force for the camera module (20), and the restoring force enables the camera module (20) to be restored to a predetermined protective posture when the camera module does not work, so as to protect the camera module. A pan-tilt system, an unmanned aerial vehicle and an unmanned aerial vehicle system are further disclosed. The elastic element of the pan-tilt is capable of providing the restoring force for the camera module, thereby enabling the camera module to be restored to the predetermined protective posture when the camera module does not work, so as to protect the camera module and prevent damage from occurring to the camera module.
A vibration reduction device (10, 20) and a cradle head system (100, 200), the vibration reduction device (10, 20) comprising: a counterweight part (14, 24), a support (12, 22) and a damping material (16, 26); the support (12, 22) is installed on a cradle head, and the counterweight part (14, 24) is movably connected to the support (12, 22); the counterweight part (14, 24) and the support (12, 22) move relative to each other when the support (12, 22) vibrates so as to drive the damping material (16, 26) that is disposed between the counterweight part (14, 24) and the support (12, 22) to flow.
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F16D 9/10 - Couplings with safety member for disconnecting by breaking due to shear stress having a part movable after disconnection so as to provide reconnection, e.g. advanceable shear pins
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GIMBAL AND UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLE PROVIDED WITH GIMBAL
A gimbal and an unmanned aerial vehicle. The gimbal (100) comprises a photographing device, a support device (40) used for carrying the photographing device, a connection assembly (10) connected to the support device (40), and multiple shock absorption balls (20) mounted on the connection assembly (10). The gimbal (100) is connected to the unmanned aerial vehicle by means of the shock absorption balls (20), and a geometric plane where the geometric centers of the multiple shock absorption balls (20) are located is obliquely disposed relative to a horizontal direction, so that the centroid (300) of a geometric shape (30) formed by the geometric centers of the multiple shock absorption balls (20) is close to the gravity center (400) of the gimbal (100) or coincides with the gravity center (400) of the gimbal (100), and accordingly, vibrations caused by the rotation of the gimbal surrounding the gravity center when the unmanned aerial vehicle vibrates in a translation direction, shakes of the gimbal are reduced, and collisions between the gimbal and other structural members of the unmanned aerial vehicle are avoided, thereby improving the stabilization-enhancement control effect on the gimbal.
F16F 15/02 - Suppression of vibrations of non-rotating, e.g. reciprocating, systems; Suppression of vibrations of rotating systems by use of members not moving with the rotating system
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PAN-TILT SYSTEM AND UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLE SYSTEM
A pan-tilt system (100) and an unmanned aerial vehicle system. The pan-tilt system (100) comprises a pan-tilt device (10) and a camera (20). The pan-tilt device (10) comprises a rotating motor (12). The camera (20) is mounted on the pan-tilt device (10), and the rotating motor (12) rotates the camera (20). The camera (20) comprises a lens seat (21), a photoelectric conversion assembly (22) provided in the lens seat (21), an optical assembly (23) removably mounted on a lens seat (21), a dustproof assembly (24) provided in the lens seat (21) and located between the photoelectric conversion assembly (22) and the optical assembly (23), and a driving assembly (30) connected to the dustproof assembly. The dustproof assembly (24) blocks the photoelectric conversion assembly (22) and is capable of vibrating. After the optical assembly (23) is removed from the lens seat (21), the rotating motor (12) can rotate the camera to a preset position, and the driving assembly (30) is used for vibrating the dustproof assembly (24).
G03B 17/00 - APPARATUS OR ARRANGEMENTS FOR TAKING PHOTOGRAPHS OR FOR PROJECTING OR VIEWING THEM; APPARATUS OR ARRANGEMENTS EMPLOYING ANALOGOUS TECHNIQUES USING WAVES OTHER THAN OPTICAL WAVES; ACCESSORIES THEREFOR - Details of cameras or camera bodies; Accessories therefor
A gimbal photographing device (100) comprises a machine body (10), a foldable mechanism (20), and a gimbal camera (30). The machine body (10) comprises a supporting wall (101). The gimbal camera (30) has an unfolded state and a folded state. The foldable mechanism (20) comprises a support (50) comprising a rotation portion (503) and a bent portion (504). The bent portion (504) is connected to the rotation portion (503) and the gimbal camera (30). The rotation portion (503) axially rotates around a rotation shaft parallel to the supporting wall (101) to connect to the supporting wall (101). The rotation portion (503) drives the gimbal camera (30) to rotate to the unfolded state. The rotation portion (503) presses against the supporting wall (101). The rotation portion (503) drives the gimbal camera (30) to rotate to the folded state, and the gimbal camera (30) is in close contact with an inner wall (104) of the machine body (10). It is ensured that the position of the gimbal camera is fixed and the space occupied by the gimbal camera is reduced.
F16M 13/04 - Other supports for positioning apparatus or articles; Means for steadying hand-held apparatus or articles for supporting on, or holding steady relative to, a person, e.g. by chains
A gimbal photographing device (100) comprises a machine body (10), a foldable mechanism (20), and a gimbal camera (30). The machine body (10) comprises a supporting wall (101). The gimbal camera (30) has an unfolded state and a folded state. The foldable mechanism (20) comprises a support (50) connected to the gimbal camera (30) and a limiting member (40) connected to the supporting wall (101). The support (50) is rotatably connected to the supporting wall (101) by surrounding around a rotation axial direction (70) parallel to the supporting wall (101). The limiting member (40) is located in a direction perpendicular to the rotation axial direction (70). The support (50) drives the gimbal camera (30) to rotate to the unfolded state. The support (50) presses against the limiting member (40). The support (50) drives the gimbal camera (30) to rotate to the folded state, and the gimbal camera (30) is in close contact with the supporting wall (101). It is ensured that the position of the gimbal camera is fixed and the space volume occupied by the gimbal camera is also reduced.
F16M 11/04 - Means for attachment of apparatus; Means allowing adjustment of the apparatus relatively to the stand
F16M 11/12 - Means for attachment of apparatus; Means allowing adjustment of the apparatus relatively to the stand allowing pivoting in more than one direction
A gimbal photographing device (100) comprises a machine body (10), a foldable mechanism (20), and a gimbal camera (30). The machine body (10) comprises a supporting wall (101). The foldable mechanism (20) comprises a support (50) and a limiting member (40). The support (50) comprises a rotation portion (503) and a limiting portion (505). The limiting portion (505) is connected to the gimbal camera (30). The rotation portion (503) is rotatably connected to the supporting wall (101) by surrounding around a rotation axial direction inclined to the supporting wall (101). The limiting member (40) is connected to the supporting wall (101) along a direction perpendicular to the rotation axial direction. The rotation portion (503) drives the gimbal camera (30) to rotate to an unfolded state. One end of the limiting portion (505) presses against the limiting member (40); and rotating to a folded state, the other end of the limiting portion (505) presses against the limiting member (40). The gimbal camera (30) is in close contact with the supporting wall (101).
F16M 11/12 - Means for attachment of apparatus; Means allowing adjustment of the apparatus relatively to the stand allowing pivoting in more than one direction
A battery mounting structure and a rocking wheel controller. The battery mounting structure (100) is used for mounting a battery (20) and comprises a battery cartridge (10) provided with a hollow cavity (1). The cavity (1) is provided with an opening (11) for taking out or putting in the battery (20). The battery (20) is slidably disposed in the cavity (1). The battery cartridge (10) comprises a fixing assembly (2) used for restricting the battery (20) in the cavity (1) and an ejection assembly (3) elastically pressing against the battery (20). The ejection assembly (3) is used for pushing the battery (20) outside of the opening (11) when the battery (20) looses the restriction of the fixing assembly (2). By means of the structure, the battery can be rapidly dismounted, mounted and replaced.
A remote controller is used for controlling a gimbal (200), and comprises a machine body (110) and a first rocking wheel assembly (131). The first rocking wheel assembly (131) is rotatably connected to the machine body (110) by means of a rotation shaft (162), and the rotation surrounding the rotation shaft (162) and relative to the machine body (110) allows the relative position between the first rocking wheel assembly (131) and the machine body (110) to be changed. The first rocking wheel assembly (131) comprises a first rotation wheel (1311). The first rotation wheel (1311) can be rotated under the drive of the driving force, so as to control the rotation of at least one shaft of the gimbal (200). By mounting the first rocking wheel assembly on the remote controller, a photographing person can control the rotation of the at least one shaft of the gimbal (200) by rotating the first rotation wheel, thereby improving the precision for controlling the gimbal. In addition, the position and the angle between the first rocking wheel assembly and the machine body can be adjusted by rotating the first rocking wheel assembly, thereby facilitating operations of the photographing person. The present invention also provides a photographing device.
F16M 11/18 - Heads with mechanism for moving the apparatus relatively to the stand
F16M 11/12 - Means for attachment of apparatus; Means allowing adjustment of the apparatus relatively to the stand allowing pivoting in more than one direction
G08C 17/02 - Arrangements for transmitting signals characterised by the use of a wireless electrical link using a radio link
A remote controller (100) and a photographing device. The remote controller (100) is used for controlling a gimbal (200) and comprises a machine body (110) and comprises a first rocking wheel assembly (131) and a second rocking wheel assembly (133) that are mounted on the machine body (110). The machine body (110) is used for carrying a battery (170). The first rocking wheel assembly (131) comprises a first rotation wheel (1311), the second rocking wheel assembly (133) comprises a second rotation wheel (1331), and the first rotation wheel (1311) and the second rotation wheel (1331) can be rotated under the drive of the driving force, so as to control the motion of at least two shafts of the gimbal (200). By mounting the first rocking wheel assembly (131) and the second rocking wheel assembly (133) on the machine body (110) of the remote controller (100), a photographing person can control the motion of the at least two shafts of the gimbal (200) by rotating the first rotation wheel (1311) and the second rotation wheel (1331), accordingly, the precision for controlling the gimbal (200) is improved, and the time for the photographing person to adapt the photographing person to operations of the remote controller is reduced, thereby improving the photographing efficiency.
Disclosed are a microphone assembly, a pan-tilt and a pan-tilt system. The microphone assembly (10) is applied to the pan-tilt system. The pan-tilt system comprises the pan-tilt (20). The microphone assembly (10) communicates with the pan-tilt (20). The microphone assembly (10) comprises a microphone (11), a motion controller (12) disposed on the microphone, a main control unit (13) and a transmitting antenna (14) disposed on the microphone. The microphone (11) is used for obtaining audio data. The motion controller (12) is used for obtaining motion parameters of the microphone (11). The main control unit (13) is used for obtaining the audio data and calculating attitude data of the microphone (11) on the basis of the motion parameters. The transmitting antenna (14) is used for transmitting the audio data and the attitude data to the pan-tilt (20). According to the microphone assembly, the pan-tilt and the pan-tilt system provided by embodiments of the present invention, the motion controller is integrated on the microphone, so that chips and antennas which are needed by the motion controller to independently send the attitude data to the pan-tilt are no longer needed. Therefore, the user experience is improved and the cost is saved.
A damping structure for a wheel remote control and a wheel remote control. The damping structure for a wheel remote control comprises: a base (11), a wheel assembly (12) mounted on the base (11), and an adjusting assembly (13). The base (11) comprises a receiving cavity. The wheel assembly (12) comprises a wheel (121) and a rotating shaft (122) driven by the wheel (121); and the rotating shaft (122) is partially received in the receiving cavity of the base (11). The adjusting component (13) comprises an abutting member (131), an elastic member (132), and a driving member (133); the abutting member (131) is at least partially received in the receiving cavity of the base (11); one side of the abutting member (131) contacts the rotating shaft (122) of the wheel assembly (12), and the other side contacts the elastic member (132). The movement of the driving member (133) can change the force of the elastic member (132) against the abutting member (131), so as to change the radial force against the rotating shaft (122) of the wheel assembly (12), so that different damping hand-feeling requirements of users can be satisfied.
A controller and a pan-tilt having same. The controller is applied to a pan-tilt main body. The controller comprises a controller main body, the controller main body comprises a control circuit board, and the control circuit board is used for electrically connecting the pan-tilt main body and a load carried on the pan-tilt main body, so as to divert the communication between the pan-tilt main body and the load. The present invention designs a controller applied to a pan-tilt, and a pan-tilt having same, wherein the controller is used for diverting the communication between a pan-tilt main body and a load carried on the pan-tilt main body, so that the pan-tilt can be compatible with loads with different functions, thereby expanding the function of the pan-tilt, and satisfying various experience requirements of a user.
Provided are a flash control method, a pan-tilt zoom head device to which the control method is applied, a handheld pan-tilt zoom head, and an unmanned aerial vehicle. The flash control method is used for controlling a plurality of flashes (230) mounted on at least one of a pan-tilt zoom head, a photographing device, or a device externally connected to a pan-tilt zoom head, and comprises steps of: acquiring perspective information of the photographing device (240) by using a sensor, and sending the perspective information to a controller; the controller determining, according to the perspective information, a direction in which the flashes are to emit light, and selecting, on the basis of the direction in which the flashes are to emit light, at least one of the plurality of flashes (230); and the controller controlling the selected flash (230) to emit light. The flash control method enables selection of a flash with a light emitting direction matching a required light emitting direction and controls the selected flash to emit light, thereby facilitating a flashbulb to constantly maintain optimal lighting effects.
Provided are a wireless communication pairing method, a wireless receiving device, and a wireless transmitting device and system. The method comprises: establishing a wired connection with a wireless transmitting device; carrying out wireless communication pairing with the wireless transmitting device by means of the wired connection; and establishing wireless communication with the wireless transmitting device after completing the wireless communication pairing. According to the embodiments of the present invention, there is no need for a user to carry out pairing by means of a human-computer interaction interface, such as a key or a screen, and same is thus convenient and quick, and saves the user time; moreover, the embodiments of the present invention may not be affected by a noisy radio environment, and same improves the success rate of wireless communication pairing.
The present invention provides a tripod head structure, a tripod head having the tripod head structure, and a photographing assembly. The tripod head structure comprises a first body (1) connected to or formed on one of a tripod head main body and a handpiece (100), a second body (2) connected to or formed on the other of the tripod head main body and the handpiece, a connection member (3) slidably connecting the first body to the second body, and a locking assembly (4) locking the first body onto the second body; the locking assembly comprises an adjustment member (41) and a locking member (42) which is movably connected to the second body; the adjustment member cooperates with the locking member to adjust the movement of the locking member relative to the first body such that the locking member locks or releases the first body. According to the present invention, the tripod head main body and the handpiece are locked by means of the preliminary connection of the connection member and the further fixation of the locking assembly, preventing the tripod head main body from falling off due to poor fixation, having a simple structure, and being convenient to install and disassemble.
An extension rod (100) that is used for being detachably mounted on a handheld member (200) of a handheld cradle head assembly (300), the extension rod (100) comprising a rod body (10), an extension assembly (20) and a support assembly (30). The rod body (10) comprises an extension end (12) and a support end (14), which face away from each other. The extension assembly (20) may be detachably mounted to the extension end (10), and the extension assembly (20) is used for connection with the handheld member (200). The support assembly (30) is mounted to the support end (14), and the support assembly (30) may be selectively switched between being expanded and being folded; when the support assembly (30) is expanded, the support assembly (30) is used to support the rod body (10); when the support assembly (30) is folded, the support assembly (30) is used to extend the rod body (10). Also disclosed is a handheld cradle head assembly (300). The extension rod elevates the capture position of the handheld cradle head assembly, and may free the hands of a user, thereby achieving the taking of selfies, time-lapse photography, tripod photography and so on.
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HANDHELD PAN-TILT DEVICE, CONTROL METHOD THEREFOR AND COMPUTER READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM
A control method for a handheld pan-tilt device (10), the handheld pan-tilt device (10), and a computer readable storage medium. The handheld pan-tilt device (10) comprises: a handle (11), and a pan-tilt (12) rotatably connected to the handle (11). The control method comprises steps of: acquiring a measurement attitude of the pan-tilt (12) of a first moment after the pan-tilt enters a state of long-exposure or time-lapse photography (S13); acquiring a reference attitude of the pan-tilt (12) of the first moment (S15); and adjusting the attitude of the pan-tilt (12) according to the measurement attitude, the reference attitude and a preset target attitude, so that the pan-tilt (12) remains fixed relative to the handle (11) (S17).
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PAN-TILT STRUCTURE AND PAN-TILT DEVICE HAVING SAME, AND PHOTOGRAPHIC ASSEMBLY
Disclosed are a pan-tilt structure (200) and a pan-tilt device having the pan-tilt structure (200), and a photographic assembly, wherein the pan-tilt structure (200) comprises a first body (1) connected to or forming one of a pan-tilt main body and a hand-held member (100), a second body (2) connected to or forming the other one of the pan-tilt main body and the hand-held member (100), and a locking assembly (3) for locking the second body (2) to the first body (1); the first body (1) is provided with a sliding groove (11), and the second body (2) is provided with a sliding portion (21) in sliding cooperation with the sliding groove (11); the locking component (3) comprises an adjusting member (32) and a holding block (31) at least partially accommodated in the sliding portion (21); and the adjusting member (32) cooperates with the holding block (31) to adjust movement of the holding block (31) relative to an inner side wall of the sliding groove (11) such that the holding block (31) is fastened to or disengaged from the inner side wall of the sliding groove (11) to lock the second body (2) to the first body (1). By providing the sliding portion (21), the sliding groove (11) and the locking assembly (3), the pan-tilt main body and the hand-held member (100) are locked, and this is a simple structure with relatively convenient assembly and disassembly.
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CAMERA, CAMERA MOUNT ASSEMBLY, AND UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLE
A camera (22), comprising a circuit board (222), a lens barrel (223) provided on the circuit board (222), and a lens assembly (224) accommodated in the lens barrel (223). The camera (22) comprises a front casing (220) and a rear casing (221), and the front casing (220) and the rear casing (221) are fixedly connected to enclose and form an accommodating space. The circuit board (222), the lens barrel (223), and the lens assembly (224) are accommodated in the accommodating space. A sealing ring (226) is provided between the lens barrel (223) and the front casing (220). The sealing ring (226) seals a space enclosed by the front casing (220) and the lens barrel (223) and accommodating the lens assembly (224). Also provided are a camera mount assembly (2) and unmanned aerial vehicle (1000).
Disclosed are an adapter apparatus (1) and a handheld ring (2) device. The adapter apparatus (1) is used for connecting a handheld ring (2) and an external device, and the adapter apparatus (1) comprises a quick detachment assembly (10) and an adapter assembly (20) connected to the quick detachment assembly (10). The quick detachment assembly (10) is detachably connected to the handheld ring (2). The adapter assembly (20) comprises an adapter member (220) used for connecting to the external device, and the adapter member (220) can rotate relative to the quick detachment assembly (10). The adapter apparatus (1) is mounted on the handheld ring (2) or detached from the handheld ring (2) via the quick detachment assembly (10), and used for connecting the handheld ring (2) and the external device. The external device is connected to the handheld ring (2) by means of connection with the adpater assembly (20) of the adapter apparatus(1). When a photographer uses the handheld ring (2), the external device can transfer the weight of a gimbal and a camera to other weight-bearing parts of the body of the photographer, such that the photographer can photograph more easily. In addition, rotational adjustment of the hand-held ring (2) is facilitated when the photographer needs to adjust the angle of the gimbal.
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A pan-tilt-zoom structure (1), comprising: a camera assembly (10), a first motor (20), a second motor (30), and a motor housing (40). The first motor (20) drives the camera assembly (10) to rotate around a first axis of rotation (510), and the second motor (30) drives the camera assembly (10) to rotate around a second axis of rotation (520) perpendicular to the first axis of rotation (510). The first motor (20) comprises a first stator (210), and the first stator (210) is provided with a first signal control wire. The second motor (30) comprises a second stator (310), and the second stator (310) is provided with a second signal control wire. The first stator (210) and the second stator (310) are both mounted on the motor housing (40). The first signal control wire and the second signal control wire are combined to form a first wire structure (810). In the pan-tilt-zoom structure, connecting wires are appropriately arranged, effectively preventing moving connecting wires in a pan-tilt-zoom device from interfering with each other.
Provided in the present invention are a camera mount attitude estimation method, camera mount estimation device, and camera mount having the camera mount estimation device. The method comprises: S1, measuring an angular velocity of a camera mount, and acquiring measurement attitude data on the basis of the angular velocity; S2, measuring motion state data of a carrier of the camera mount, and computing, according to the motion state data, reference attitude data of the carrier, the carrier carrying the camera mount; and S3, correcting, by employing the reference attitude data, the measurement attitude data to obtain camera mount attitude data. The present invention effectively handles an influence of a motion state of the carrier on the attitude of the camera mount when estimating the attitude of the camera mount, thus providing a highly accurate attitude estimate of the camera mount, and enabling precision control of the attitude of the camera mount.
A camera mount control method and device. The method comprises: acquiring an attitude sequence comprising camera mount attitude information corresponding to at least three attitudes and respective switching conditions corresponding to the attitudes, each of the switching conditions being configured to instruct a camera mount to switch from a present attitude corresponding to said switching condition to a next attitude corresponding to the present attitude in the attitude sequence (S101); receiving a startup instruction (S102); and after the startup instruction is received, controlling, according to the attitude sequence, attitude switching of the camera mount (S103). By configuring the attitude sequence, the present invention enables a hand-held camera mount to switch attitudes according to the attitude sequence, thus improving an intelligence level of attitude switching of the camera mount, and reducing the probability of capturing an undesired frame due to potential operational errors during user manual operation of the camera mount. In this way, a user can efficiently change a camera view when capturing multiple scenes, and have superior repeatability for captured frames.
Disclosed in an embodiment of the present invention is a capture control method, comprising: acquiring location point information, wherein the location point information is determined according to angle data; generating a control instruction according to the location point information, the control instruction carrying capture parameters; sending the control instruction to a target device, the control instruction being used to control the target device to perform capture control processing according to the capture parameters. The embodiment of the present invention may increase the efficiency of capture control and the flexibility of capture.
A tripod head shaft arm structure, and a tripod head structuring having same. The tripod head shaft arm structure comprises: a shaft arm body (1), an adaptation component (2) movably disposed on the shaft arm body (1), and a locking mechanism configured to lock the adaptation component (2) to the shaft arm body (1). The adaptation component (2) comprises a casing fitted over the shaft arm body (1); the locking mechanism comprises an adjustment component (31) and a holding member (32) disposed at the shaft arm body (1) side of the casing; the adjustment component (31) and the holding member (32) work in concert to adjust the holding member (32) to move towards or away from the shaft arm body (1), thereby locking or unlocking the adaptation component (2) and the shaft arm body (1); the tripod head structure comprises a drive motor (10) and the tripod head shaft arm structure, and the drive motor (10) is disposed on the adaptation component (2) for driving the shaft arm body (1) to rotate. Based on cooperation between the adjustment component (31) and the holding member (32) of the locking mechanism, the holding member (32) works in concert with the adaptation component (2) to be fastened on or released from the shaft arm body (1), thereby locking or unlocking the adaptation component (2) and the shaft arm body (1), such that the center of gravity of the tripod head structure can be adjusted.
Provided in the present invention are a remote control, camera mount, and camera mount control method, device, and system. A control system of a camera mount comprises a remote control (100) for controlling a camera mount (200). The method comprises: with the camera mount being in a first state, the remote control sending to the camera mount a first switching instruction to instruct the camera mount to switch to a manual calibration mode; upon detection of the first switching instruction, the camera mount switching to the manual calibration mode; in the manual calibration mode, the remote control receiving correction information inputted by a user; and the camera mount receiving the correction information sent by the remote control, and correcting, according to the correction information, a parameter of the camera mount. By providing the manual calibration mode, the present invention enables parameter correction of the camera mount by means of correction information inputted by a user at any given time, namely, parameter adjustment of the camera mount by means of manual intervention at any given time. In this way, the present invention enables an accurate estimate of an actual attitude of the camera mount, and reduces position drifting of the camera mount by eliminating the influence of a state, such as a linear acceleration, on a camera mount parameter adjustment in the manual calibration mode.
A camera mount control method, and camera mount. The control method comprises: determining first attitude information of a camera mount; determining rotating angles of drive motors for one or more axes of the camera mount; determining, according to the first attitude information and the rotating angles, attitude error information of an attitude sensor; and correcting, according to the attitude error information, the first attitude information to obtain current attitude information of the camera mount. A camera mount (400) comprises: an attitude sensor (401) configured to determine first attitude information of the camera mount (400); an angle sensor (402) configured to determine rotating angles of drive motors for one or more axes of the camera mount (400); a processor (403) configured to determine, according to the first attitude information and the rotating angles, attitude error information of the attitude sensor (401). The first attitude information is corrected according to the attitude error information to obtain current attitude information of the camera mount (400). The camera mount control method and camera mount can effectively prevent the drifting problem in the prior art in which an accelerometer is employed to correct attitude information obtained by a gyroscope, such that the corrected camera mount attitude information can remain stable for a long period of time, and an image capturing apparatus mounted on the camera mount can capture a scene at a fixed position for a long perio of time without suffering from a drifting image capturing angle.
Embodiments of the present invention provide a cradle head control method and a cradle head. The control method comprises: obtaining movement information of a base of a cradle head; and determining the following speed of the cradle head according to the movement information of the base. In the embodiments of the present invention, the following speed of the cradle head can be adjusted according to the movement information of the base, so that the speed of the cradle head matches the movement of the base, in this way, the cradle head can closely follow operations of a user, so that the problem of the cradle head failing to follow the operations of the user in any tine can be effectively avoided, and the follow-up of the cradle head is more intelligent, thereby better adapting to the shooting needs of the user.
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H04N 5/232 - Devices for controlling television cameras, e.g. remote control
Disclosed herein is a method comprising determining an actual orientation of a base of an apparatus; obtaining a target orientation of a payload support of the apparatus; and determining target angular displacements of the payload support about gimbal axes of a plurality of pivoted supports of the apparatus, based on the actual orientation of the base and the target orientation of the payload support; wherein the payload support is mounted to the base through the plurality of pivoted supports. Also disclosed here is a computer program product comprising a non-transitory computer readable medium having instructions recorded thereon, the instructions when executed by a computer system implementing this method. A system or apparatus (e.g., a vehicle) with a processor configured to carry out this method.
A cradle head bracket (1), comprising: a hand-held ring (10), a lower portion of the hand-held ring (10) being provided with a support assembly (60), and an upper portion of the hand-held ring (10) serving as a mounting portion (30) which is used for mounting a photo capturing device; the mounting portion (30) is provided protruding upward relative to the hand-held ring (10) and is located at a central position of the upper portion of the hand-held ring (10). Providing the mounting portion (30) protruding upward relative to the hand-held ring (10) may allow the position of the photo capturing device to be closer to the center of the hand-held ring (10), facilitating hand-held use by a user. After the photo capturing device is mounted on the cradle head bracket (1), the position of the center of gravity of the photo capturing device may be elevated such that the center of gravity of the photo capturing device is closer to the geometric center of the cradle head bracket (1), thus when the user holds the cradle head bracket (1) to control the angle of a load in the direction of the pitch axis, the torsion force that the user needs to overcome is effectively reduced, thereby reducing the burden on the user.
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Disclosed is a tripod head structure, comprising a motor (1) and a tripod head axle assembly (2). The motor (1) comprises a motor output shaft (11) and a motor casing (12); the tripod head axle assembly (2) is connected to the motor output shaft (11); the tripod head structure further comprises a slide lock mechanism disposed between the motor casing (12) and the tripod head axle assembly (2); the slide lock mechanism is movable along a direction in which the motor casing (12) and the tripod head axle assembly (2) are opposite to each other, so as to work in concert with the motor casing (12) to limit the rotate of the tripod head axle assembly (2) with respect to the motor (1), or be separated from the motor casing (12) to release the limit between the tripod head axle assembly (2) and the motor (1). According to the present invention, by using the slide lock mechanism to limit the rotation of the tripod head axle assembly (2) with respect to the motor (1), the motor (1) and the tripod head axle assembly (2) can be quickly locked or released, satisfying the market demand of a machine with multiple purposes and making disassembly simple and quick.
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Provided are a cradle head structure and a camera assembly. The camera assembly (10) is rotatable about a first rotating shaft (910) of the cradle head structure, and comprises a housing, a camera module (110) disposed in the housing, and a cable disposed in the housing. The cable comprises a first connecting end (121), a second connecting end (122), and a transition section (123) connected between the first connecting end (121) and the second connecting end (122). The first connection end (121) is connected to the camera module (110), and the second connection end (122) is connected to an external device located outside the housing. The transition section (123) comprises a first transition section (1231) that is bent about the first rotating shaft (910). By bending the first transition section about the first rotation shaft, when the camera assembly rotates around the first rotation shaft, the cable can also be rotated relative to the first rotation shaft, thereby effectively reducing the torque generated by the cable during the rotation of the camera assembly.
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A hand-held holder (100). The hand-held holder (100) comprises a holder support frame (1), and a mount portion (2) configured to secure a mobile phone. The holder support frame (1) can rotate about at least one axis. The hand-held holder (100) further comprises a detection module configured to detect whether a mobile phone is mounted on the mount portion (2), and a wireless charging module (3) provided on the mount portion (2) and configured to charge the mobile phone. The wireless charging module (3) comprises a wireless charging transmitter coil (31). By adding the detection module to the hand-held holder (100) to detect whether a mobile phone is mounted on the hand-held holder (100), and providing the wireless charging module (3) on the holder to charge the mobile phone, the present invention enables automatic pairing and charging by means of the wireless charging module (3) upon detection of a mobile phone mounted to the hand-held holder (100), thus significantly improving convenience of using the hand-held holder for users.
A cradle head (20)-based mounting state control method for an aerial vehicle (100), and the aerial vehicle (100). The aerial vehicle (100) comprises a first accelerometer (10). The cradle head (20) comprising a second accelerometer (22). The control method comprises the steps of: (S2) obtaining a first gravitational acceleration of an aerial vehicle (100) by means of a first accelerometer (10); (S4) obtaining a second gravitational acceleration of a cradle head (20) by means of a second accelerometer (22); and (S6) determining the mounting state of the cradle head (20) according to the first gravitational acceleration and the second gravitational acceleration.
Methods and devices for controlling an attitude of a payload (109, 607, 703, 904). The devices may comprise a frame assembly (105) for supporting the payload (109, 607, 703, 904); a base support (103) for coupling the frame assembly (105) to a movable object (101); one or more inertial sensors (113, 402, 404) attached to the frame assembly (105) or the payload (109, 607, 703, 904), and the inertial sensors (113, 402, 404) are configured to collect attitude information of the payload (109, 607, 703, 904); one or more location sensors (115, 701, 801) attached to the base support (103), or one or more frame components and configured to collect location data useful for determining a horizontal acceleration of the payload (109, 607, 703, 904); one or more actuators (603, 711, 713, 715) configured to control movement of the plurality of frame components; and one or more processors configured to control the attitude of the payload (109, 607, 703, 904) based on corrected attitude data, wherein the corrected attitude data is calculated based on the attitude information and the horizontal acceleration of the payload (109, 607, 703, 904).
Disclosed is a power supply method for use in an electronic apparatus (200), comprising at least two battery interfaces (221), each of the battery interfaces (221) being able to individually supply power to the electronic apparatus (200) when being connected to a working battery (220). The power supply method comprises: during the operation of the electronic apparatus (200), detecting whether a battery (220) is newly accessed by an idle battery interface (221); and when the battery (220) is newly accessed by the idle battery interface (221), if the capacity of the newly accessed battery (220) is greater than that of the current working battery (220), controlling the newly accessed battery (220) to be the working battery (220) to supply power to the electronic apparatus (200). In the power supply method of the embodiment of the present invention, before the current working battery (220) is replaced, the newly accessed battery (220) can supply power to the electronic apparatus, thus ensuring that the electronic apparatus cannot be turned off when the battery is replaced and ensuring the continuity of data transmission so as to ensure that data cannot be lost. Further disclosed are a power supply device and an electronic apparatus.
A pan-tilt and a handle structure (1) thereof. The handle structure (1) is mounted on the pan-tilt and comprises a first handle portion (10) and a second handle portion (20). The first handle portion (10) is fixed on the pan-tilt. The first handle portion (10) is provided with a slot (110). The second handle portion (20) is provided with a slide block (210) matching the slot (110). The second handle portion (20) is sleeved with a connection structure. When the slide block (210) is inserted into the slot (110) in place, the connection structure presses against the first handle portion (10) to tension the slot (110) and the slide block (210), so as to fix the second handle portion (20) on the pan-tilt. According to the handle structure (1) of the present invention, the first handle portion (10) and the second handle portion (20) can be connected with each other after the slide block (210) is inserted into and butt-joined to the slot (110) in place, and then the connection structure presses against the first handle portion (10) to tension the slot (110) and the slide block (210), so that the second handle portion (20) is fixed on the pan-tilt.
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A pan-tilt, a photographing assembly, and an air vehicle. The pan-tilt (100) comprises a motor (2), a shaft assembly driven by the motor, a first housing (1) provided on the motor, a first circuit board (11) and an SDI interface (12) separately provided in the first housing (1), and an electrically-conductive slip ring (3). The motor comprises a connecting shaft (21); the electrically-conductive slip ring (3) is disposed in the connecting shaft (21) and comprises a second housing (32) fixedly connected to the connecting shaft (21), a core (31) disposed in and rotatably and electrically connected to the second housing (32), a first connecting wire (33) connected to the core (31), and a second connecting wire (34) connected to the second housing (32). The first connecting wire (33) comprises a power line and a signal wire; the second connecting wire (34) corresponds to the first connecting wire (33); the first connecting wire (33) is connected to the first circuit board (11); the second connecting wire (34) is connected to the shaft assembly. The electrically-conductive slip ring (3) further comprises an SDI line (35) connected to the core. The core is connected to the SDI interface (12) by means of the SDI line (35).
A method of configuring a mounting device parameter, a device, and a mounting device. The mounting device comprises a shaft arm and a motor. The motor is used to drive the shaft arm to rotate, so as to drive a photographic apparatus mounted on the mounting device to move along one or more directions. The method comprises: receiving a parameter adjustment command; controlling, according to the parameter adjustment command, the shaft arm to perform a frequency sweep operation; generating, according to a result of the frequency sweep operation, an identification model of a control system of the mounting device; and configuring, using the identification model of the control system, a correction parameter of the control system, and configuring a control parameter of the control system. The invention can be utilized to self-adjust a mounting device parameter configuration to satisfy a photographic requirement of a mounting device operation, eliminating repeated parameter adjustment operations performed by a user to use the mounting device, and increasing efficiency and precision of a parameter configuration process.
A pan-tilt system (10) and a photographing device. The pan-tilt system (10) comprises a pan-tilt body (12) and an interaction apparatus (14) configured on the pan-tilt body (12), wherein the pan-tilt body (12) is used for bearing a load (20), and the interaction apparatus (14) is used for carrying out data interaction with the pan-tilt body (12) so as to set and/or display parameters of the pan-tilt body (12). In the pan-tilt system and the photographing device, the interaction apparatus is configured on the pan-tilt body so that a user can directly manipulate the interaction apparatus configured on the pan-tilt body so same sets and/or displays parameters of the pan-tilt body, thus improving the user's debugging efficiency with regard to the pan-tilt system and simplifying the operation flow of the pan-tilt system.
A pan-tilt shaft assembly (10), a power source module (20), and a pan-tilt (100). The pan-tilt shaft assembly (10) comprises: a pan-tilt shaft housing (11) and an electrical connection portion (12) disposed on a peripheral side face of the pan-tilt shaft housing (11). The electrical connection portion (12) comprises a first butt-joint portion (122); the electrical connection portion (12) is used for being electrically connected to the power source module (20) to supply power to the pan-tilt (100); the first butt-joint portion (122) is used for butt-joint and prefixing of the power source module (20) on the pan-tilt (100). The power source module (20) is matchedly and electrically connected to and prefixed to the pan-tilt shaft assembly (10) by means of the electric connection portion (12) disposed on the pan-tilt shaft assembly (10). Thus, the current connection solution of using a power cord is replaced, thereby reducing the weight of the power cord for the pan-tilt (100) and simplifying the appearance of the pan-tilt (100).
Systems, methods, and/or devices are used for operating an electronic gimbal device. The electronic gimbal device receives a user-provided query. In response to receiving the user-provided query, a gimbal response to the user-provided query is determined. The electronic gimbal device is controlled to indicate the determined gimbal response.
A handheld cradle head and a control method therefor, comprising a power button (11), a pressing and detecting device (12) and a controller (13). The power button (11) is used for receiving user input and triggering the pressing and detecting device (12); the pressing and detecting device (12) is used for obtaining the operating state of the power button (11) according to the user input; and the handheld controller (13) is used for receiving the operating state of the power button (11) that is obtained by the pressing and detecting device (12) and for controlling the handheld cradle head to enter a corresponding working mode according to the operating state of the power button (11), working modes at least comprising a sleep mode.
A support arm component and a ball head having the support arm component. The support arm component (100) comprises: a first arm (1), a second arm (2) partly inserted in the first arm (1) and capable of moving telescopically relative to the first arm (1), and a holding apparatus (3) fixing the first arm (1) and the second arm (2). The holding apparatus (3) comprises a holding guide element (31) sleeved on the second arm (2) and a holding element (32) mounted on the holding guide element (31) and used for holding tight the holding guide element (31) so as to fix the second arm (2) and the first arm (1). The support arm component of the present invention is capable of implementing the effect of adjusting the length of the support arm component by adjusting the positions of the first arm and of the second arm and then fixing with the holding apparatus. With the support arm component mounted on the ball head, the size of the ball head can be adjusted on the basis of photographing devices of different sizes, thus allowing the ball head to be applicable to the photographing device of different sizes, and increasing the versatility of the ball head.
A transfer apparatus (100) for a pan-tilt (300), comprising a main body portion (1), a power source adaption module (2) arranged on the main body portion (1), and power supply interfaces (11, 12, 13, 14) connected to the power source conversion module (2), wherein the power supply interfaces (11, 12, 13, 14) are used for being electrically connected to other electrical components of the pan-tilt (300), so as to supply power to the other electrical components by means of the pan-tilt (300). By means of this arrangement, various electrical components of the pan-tilt (300) do not need to be provided with separate power sources, and power is uniformly supplied to all of the various electrical components through the transfer apparatus (100), thereby not only reducing the weight of the pan-tilt (300), on which the transfer apparatus (100) is mounted, but also improving the photographing experience when using the pan-tilt (300).
F16M 11/12 - Means for attachment of apparatus; Means allowing adjustment of the apparatus relatively to the stand allowing pivoting in more than one direction
H01R 31/06 - Intermediate parts for linking two coupling parts, e.g. adapter
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GIMBAL FRAME AND GIMBAL HAVING SAME, AND PHOTOGRAPHING DEVICE
Disclosed is a gimbal frame (20) used for installing a load. The gimbal frame (20) comprises a first guide rod (21) and a second guide rod (22), wherein the second guide rod (22) is connected to an end portion of the first guide rod (21). The gimbal frame (20) further comprises a locking mechanism (4). The locking mechanism (4) is installed on the first guide rod (21), and the locking mechanism (4) comprises: a transmission member (43) disposed on the first guide rod (21) and capable of moving in a first direction of the first guide rod (21); at least one propping member (45) disposed on the first guide rod (21) and capable of moving in a second direction of the first guide rod (21), wherein the propping member (45) is in transmission cooperation with the transmission member (43), and the transmission member (43), when moving in the first direction, can drive the propping member (45) to move in the second direction; an abutting member (49) disposed on one side of the transmission member (43); and a driving member (42) connected to the abutting member (49), wherein when the driving member (42) is operated, the driving member (42) is capable of driving the abutting member (49) to move in the direction opposite to the first direction and abuts against the first guide rod (21); at the same time, the driving member is capable of driving the transmission member (43) to move in the first direction, so that the transmission member (43) drives the propping member (45) to move in the second direction to tightly prop the second guide rod (22).
Provided is a gimbal frame (20) used for installing a load. The gimbal frame (20) comprises a guide rod (22), and a centre of gravity adjusting and locking mechanism (5) installed on the guide rod (22). The centre of gravity adjusting and locking mechanism (5) comprises: a sleeve (50) connected to the guide rod (22) and capable of moving on the guide rod (22), so as to adjust the centre of gravity of the gimbal frame (20); a moving member (53) located on one side of the guide rod (22) and located inside the sleeve (50); and an operating member (54) connected to the sleeve (50), the operating member (54) being in transmission connection with the moving member (53), wherein when the operating member (54) is operated, the moving member (53) can be driven to move towards the guide rod (22) so as to tightly abut against the guide rod (22). A gimbal comprising the gimbal frame (20) and a photographing device are also provided. The gimbal frame (20), by means of the threaded engagement and connection of the moving member (53) and the operating member (54) in the centre of gravity adjusting and locking mechanism (5), converts a rotary movement into an axial movement, such that the moving member (53) and the operating member (54) can drive the sleeve (50) to tightly hold the gimbal frame (20), thus making the connection tighter and more reliable.
F16M 11/12 - Means for attachment of apparatus; Means allowing adjustment of the apparatus relatively to the stand allowing pivoting in more than one direction
F16M 11/16 - Heads - Details concerning attachment of head-supporting legs, with or without actuation of locking members therefor
F16M 11/18 - Heads with mechanism for moving the apparatus relatively to the stand
A cradle head (1) comprises: a mounting portion for mounting a load; a magnetic sensor (30); an inertial sensor (40); and a controller (20). The controller (20) is configured to: use the magnetic sensor (30) to determine a first deflection angle through which the mounting portion rotates around a yaw axis within a time period, use the inertial sensor (40) to determine a second deflection angle through which the mounting portion rotates around the yaw axis within the time period, determine, according to the first deflection angle and the second deflection angle, an angle error of the inertial sensor (40), and use measurement data of the inertial sensor (40) having undergone angle error correction to control an orientation of the cradle head (1).
F16M 11/12 - Means for attachment of apparatus; Means allowing adjustment of the apparatus relatively to the stand allowing pivoting in more than one direction
Disclosed are a load support and a pan tilt using the load support. The load support (2) comprises a first guide rod (21), a mounting plate (25), and a locking assembly (4) arranged on the first guide rod (21). The locking assembly (4) comprises: a holding assembly (40) arranged on the first guide rod (21) and capable of moving along the first guide rod (21), the holding assembly (40) being engaged with and connected to the mounting plate (25) and capable of moving along the mounting plate (25); and a driving element (42), the driving element (42) being connected to the holding assembly (40). When the driving element (42) is operated, the driving element (42) drives the holding assembly (40) to hold the first guide rod (21) and tension the mounting plate (25). The load support can lock a plurality of structural components at the same time.
F16M 11/12 - Means for attachment of apparatus; Means allowing adjustment of the apparatus relatively to the stand allowing pivoting in more than one direction
F16M 11/18 - Heads with mechanism for moving the apparatus relatively to the stand
F16M 13/04 - Other supports for positioning apparatus or articles; Means for steadying hand-held apparatus or articles for supporting on, or holding steady relative to, a person, e.g. by chains
A cradle head structure (1), comprising a directional shaft horizontal arm (10) and a directional shaft vertical arm (20) connected to the directional shaft horizontal arm (10), the directional shaft vertical arm (20) being inclined relative to the directional shaft horizontal arm (10), and the directional shaft vertical arm (20) being provided with a cradle head battery (30). By means of providing the directional shaft vertical arm (20) being inclined relative to the directional shaft horizontal arm (10), and providing the cradle head battery (30) on the directional shaft vertical arm (20), such that the cradle head battery (30) is also inclined accordingly, the invention can reduce the influence of the centre of gravity of the cradle head battery (30) on the output of a directional shaft motor (120), reduce the load of the directional shaft motor (120), and narrow the distance for balance adjustment of the directional shaft horizontal arm (10), thereby improving the stability effect and anti-torsion rigidity in a directional shaft direction of the cradle head structure.
Provided is a tripod head assembly (1), comprising a motor (3) and a first shaft arm (2); said motor (3) drives said first shaft arm (2) to rotate; said tripod head assembly (1) also comprises a position-limiting member; said position-limiting member is provided with a position-limiting part; the position-limiting member is connected between the motor (3) and the first shaft arm (2); the position-limiting member is capable of rotating within a first preset range of angles between the position-limiting part and the first shaft arm (2); the position-limiting member is capable of rotating within a second preset range of angles between the position-limiting part and the motor (3). The tripod head assembly is capable of limiting the angle of rotation between the first shaft arm and the motor, thus preventing the situation of the electrical cable connected between the first shaft arm and the motor being wound or even broken due to an excessively large angle of rotation of the tripod head.
F16M 11/10 - Means for attachment of apparatus; Means allowing adjustment of the apparatus relatively to the stand allowing pivoting around a horizontal axis
A power source module (10) of a cradle head (100), a battery assembly and a cradle head (100). The power source module (10) is used for mounting a battery (14) so as to supply power to the cradle head; the power source module (10) comprises: a body portion (11), a clamping portion (12) connected to the body portion (11), and a power source output terminal (13) provided on the body portion (11); the clamping portion (12) is used for fixing the battery (14) on the body portion (11); the body portion (11) is provided with a battery connector (15), for electrically connecting the battery (14); the power source module (10) further comprises a connection portion (16) provided on the body portion (11), for enabling the power source module (10) to be detachably connected to the cradle head (100). The power source module has a simple structure, and can complete the assembly of a battery in a convenient and fast way, improving the efficiency for battery replacement.
A ball head shaft arm structure and a ball head structure having the ball head shaft arm structure. The ball head shaft arm structure (1) comprises a first shaft arm (2), a second shaft arm (3), and a locking mechanism (10) capable of locking the first shaft arm (2) and the second shaft arm (3). The locking mechanism (10) comprises: a sliding component, a driving component, and a clamping element (151) provided on the second shaft arm (3). The driving component drives the sliding component to move from a first position to a second position so as to allow the clamping element (151) to clamp or release the first shaft arm (2), thus locking or unlocking the first shaft arm (2) and the second shaft arm (3). The ball head shaft arm structure of the present invention drives via the driving component the sliding component to move from the first position to the second position so as to allow the clamping element to clamp or release the first shaft arm, thus locking or unlocking the first shaft arm and the second shaft arm.
A connection device, a cradle head assembly provided with the connection device and a capture assembly, comprising: a capture device (300) and a cradle head (20) which is used for carrying the capture assembly; the cradle head assembly comprises a cradle head (200) and a handheld rod (100) which is connected to the cradle head; the cradle head assembly also comprises a connection device which disposes the handheld rod on the cradle head in a removable manner, wherein the connection device comprises a quick removal cover plate (1) and a clamping assembly (2) which is provided on the quick removal cover plate, a clamping chamber (21) being formed in the clamping assembly; the clamping assembly may be operated to enlarge the locking chamber such that the cradle head passes through the same, the cradle head thereby being clamped in the clamping assembly and fixed on the quick removal cover plate; the connection device also comprises an enclasping ring (4) which is connected to the quick removal cover plate, the enclasping ring may tighten to enclasp the cradle head so as to fix the cradle head; the connection device makes locking the cradle head faster and more convenient, and removing the cradle head simpler.
Provided is a gimbal load installation assembly (12) used for being slideably installed on a gimbal support (20), so as to adjust the centre of gravity of a load installed on the gimbal load installation assembly (12). The gimbal load installation assembly (12) comprises a first base body (12a), a second base body (12b) capable of being slidably connected to the first base body (12a), and an adjusting member (12e). The first base body (12a) is used for being connected to the gimbal support (20) and sliding in a first direction, the second base body (12b) is used for installing the load, and the second base body (12b) is capable of sliding in a second direction on the first base body (12a). The adjusting member (12e) is disposed on one of the first base body (12a) and the second base body (12b), and is capable of driving the other of the first base body (12a) and the second base body (12b) to move, so as to adjust the relative position between the first base body (12a) and the second base body (12b). The gimbal load installation assembly (12) is capable of adjusting the centre of gravity of a load on a gimbal in a simple and convenient manner. A gimbal comprising the gimbal load installation assembly (12) and a photographing apparatus are also provided.
F16M 11/12 - Means for attachment of apparatus; Means allowing adjustment of the apparatus relatively to the stand allowing pivoting in more than one direction
F16M 11/16 - Heads - Details concerning attachment of head-supporting legs, with or without actuation of locking members therefor
F16M 11/18 - Heads with mechanism for moving the apparatus relatively to the stand
Disclosed is a gimbal load installation assembly (12) used for being slidably installed on a gimbal support (20), so as to adjust the centre of gravity of a load installed on the gimbal load installation assembly. The gimbal load installation assembly (12) comprises a first base body (12a), a second base body (12b) capable of being slidably connected to the first base body, and an adjusting member (12e). The first base body (12a) is used for being connected to the gimbal support (20) and sliding in a first direction, the second base body (12b) is used for installing the load, and the second base body (12b) is capable of sliding in a second direction on the first base body (12a). The adjusting member (12e) is disposed on one of the first base body (12a) and the gimbal support (20) and is capable of driving the first base body (12a) to move with respect to the gimbal support (20), so as to adjust the relative position between the first base body (12a) and the gimbal support (20).
A pan-tilt load mounting assembly (12) used for being slidably mounted on a pan-tilt bracket (20) to adjust the centre of gravity of a load mounted on the pan-tilt load mounting assembly (12). The pan-tilt load mounting assembly (12) comprises a first base body (12a), a second base body (12b) slidably connected to the first base body (12a), and a fastener, wherein the first base body (12a) is used for connecting to the pan-tilt bracket (20) and sliding in a first direction; the second base body (12b) is used for mounting the load, and the second base body (12b) is capable of sliding in a second direction, on the first base body (12a); and the fastener (12d) is connected to the first base body (12a) and is capable of simultaneously locking a mounting position of the first base body (12a), relative to the pan-tilt bracket (20), and a mounting position of the second base body (12b), relative to the first base body (12a).
F16M 11/12 - Means for attachment of apparatus; Means allowing adjustment of the apparatus relatively to the stand allowing pivoting in more than one direction
Provided are a method and device for controlling a cradle head, and a cradle head. The cradle head comprises a shaft arm (720) and a motor (730). The motor (730) is used to drive the shaft arm (720) to rotate so as to drive a photographing apparatus mounted at the cradle head to move in one or more directions. The method comprises: acquiring an operation parameter of a cradle head; performing detection to determine that the operation parameter satisfies a preset condition for manual adjustment of the cradle head; and controlling, according to a direction in which the cradle head is manually adjusted, the motor (730) to drive the shaft arm (720) to rotate to a target orientation at which the manual adjustment stops. Compared with the existing methods using remote controls to control a target orientation of a cradle head, the present invention controls a target orientation of a cradle head by means of manual adjustment, thereby realizing a simple and intuitive operation process, and achieving high positioning precision.
A method (500) executed on a first device (600) and used for automatically pairing a second device (800) comprises: identifying (S510) the second device (800) by using a first communication technology; and establishing (S520) a pairing relationship with the identified second device (800) by using a second communication technology, the second communication technology having a communication scope larger than that of the first communication technology. A method (700) executed on a second device (800) and used for automatically pairing a first device (600) comprises: providing (S710), to the first device (600) by means of a first communication technology, identification information used for identifying the second device (800); and in response to a request from the first device (600), establishing (S720) a pairing relationship with the first device (600) by using a second communication technology, the second communication technology having a communication scope larger than that of the first communication technology.
A cradle head handheld lever assembly (1) to be provided on a cradle head (2). The cradle head handheld lever assembly (1) comprises: a handheld lever (10), and a connector (20) provided on the handheld lever (10); the connector (20) is movably connected to the handheld lever (10), for abutting and supporting the cradle head (2) and detachably providing the handheld lever (10) to the cradle head (2), thereby reducing the overall size of the cradle head (2), and facilitating the transport of the detached cradle head (2) and fittings thereof. Further included is a cradle head (2) provided with the cradle head handheld lever assembly (1).
A pan-tilt-zoom apparatus assembly and disassembly mechanism (4) is provided, for assembling or disassembling a pan-tilt-zoom apparatus (2). The pan-tilt-zoom apparatus assembly and disassembly mechanism (4) comprises: a barrel (41), wherein the barrel (41) is provided with at least one first guide slot (410); a fitting member (42), detachably received in the barrel (41), wherein the fitting member (42) is used to fix the pan-tilt-zoom apparatus (2), the fitting member (42) is provided with at least one second guide slot (420), and the second guide slot (420) directly faces the first guide slot (410); and at least one guide member (44), wherein the guide member (44) passes through the first guide slot (410) and the second guide slot (420). Either of the first guide slot (410) and the second guide slot (420) has a rising angle along an extension direction relative to the other guide slot, such that when the guide member (44) rotates, the guide member (44) can slide along the first guide slot (410) and the second guide slot (420), and drive, by means of the rising angle, the fitting member (42) to firmly press the barrel (41) or to be separated from the barrel (41). In the pan-tilt-zoom apparatus assembly and disassembly mechanism (4) of the invention, the first guide slot (410) or the second guide slot (420) is provided with the relative rising angle, such that the guide member (44) is radially fastened, and a tensile force for locking together the barrel (41) and the fitting member (42) is provided axially.
A motor (102), pan-tilt platform (100), camera device, and aircraft. The motor (102) comprises a temperature measurement component (2) provided on the motor (102). The temperature measurement component (2) is configured to be electrically connected to a control module (3). The control module (3) is configured to regulate, according to a real-time temperature measured by the temperature measurement component (2), an input electrical current of the motor (102). By directly adding the temperature measurement component (2) to the motor (102), monitoring the real-time temperature of the motor (102), and controlling the input electrical current of the motor (102) according to the real-time temperature, the present invention controls an output torque of the motor (102) to sufficiently utilize a torque characteristic of the motor (102), and prevents the motor (102) from being heat-damaged.
An electronic governor (100), comprising: a circuit board (101); a controller (103) installed on the circuit board (101); and an operating switch (105) installed on the circuit board (101), wherein the operating switch (105) is electrically connected to the controller (103) via the circuit board (101) and inputs a coded signal to the controller (103) by means of operating the operating switch (105), so as to perform encoding setting on the electronic governor (100). The electronic governor (100) can be quickly encoded by means of the operating switch (105) without the need for a PC terminal. Therefore, it is relatively convenient to address the electronic governor (100). In addition, when it is necessary to use a plurality of electronic governors (100), the structures of the plurality of electronic governors (100) may be completely the same, and it is not necessary to separately design each electronic governor due to different codes; different ID numbers can be addressed only by means of the operating switch after installation; therefore, the manufacturing cost thereof is relatively low. Further provided is a power kit using the electronic governor and a pan-tilt using the power kit.
Provided are a computer readable medium, a follow focus system, a pan-tilt system, a pan tilt, a pan tilt data transmission control method and a device. The pan tilt comprises: a receiver and one or more processors. The pan tilt data transmission control method comprises: receiving, by the receiver, a first control signal sent by a first remote controller; receiving, by the receiver, a second control signal sent by a second remote controller; controlling, by the one or more processors, the pan tilt to send the second control signal to a first device; controlling the pan tilt according to the first control signal; and controlling the first device according to the second control signal. According to the technical solution, the first control signal and the second control signal are received by a same receiver, so as to effectively reduce radio interference generated in the process of receiving the first control signal and the second control signal, and effectively achieve full compatibility of the two wireless systems to ensure the process of data exchange, thereby improving the accuracy and reliability pan tilt control, and ensuring the practicality of the method.
A pan-tilt device (11, 21) comprising an axial electrical motor (12, 22) and a support frame (13, 23), wherein the axial electrical motor (12, 22) drives the support frame (13, 23) to rotate; the support frame (13, 23) comprises an outer ring frame (131, 231), an inner ring frame (133, 233) provided in the outer ring frame (131, 231) and capable of rotating relative to the outer ring frame (131, 231), and a central support (135, 235) provided in the inner ring frame (133, 233) and capable of rotating relative to the inner ring frame (133, 233); and the axial electrical motor (12, 22) comprises a first electrical motor (121, 221) provided on the outer ring frame (131, 231) and used for driving the inner ring frame (133, 233) to rotate and a second electrical motor (123, 223) provided on the inner ring frame (133, 233) and used for driving the central support (135, 235) to rotate. A photography device (10, 20) comprising the pan-tilt device (11, 21), a stability augmentation system (103) comprising the pan-tilt device (11, 21), and a mobile carrier (100, 200) comprising the stability augmentation system (103).
Provided is a pan-tilt, comprising a transmission module, wherein the transmission module comprises an input module (21), a transmission wire (24), a signal relay module (22) and an output module (23); and the input module (21), the transmission wire (24), the signal relay module (22) and the output module (23) are integrated inside a pan-tilt (100). By means of the embodiments of the present invention, image information or video information output by a photographing device is transmitted to an external device, such as a monitor or an image transmission device, by means of the wiring inside the pan-tilt (100), and it is not required to transmit the image information or video information to the monitor or the image transmission device by means of a universal wire introduced from an output interface (20) of the photographing device, such that the disturbance torque, with respect to the pan-tilt (100), generated by the universal wire is avoided, and at the same time, the continuous heating of an electric motor in order to overcome the disturbance torque is avoided, and this not only improves the quality of a photographed image, but also improves the operating efficiency of the electric motor.
A motor (11), comprising: a first base body (111), a second base body (112), a magnetic ring (113) disposed on the first base body (111), and a position sensing component (115) disposed on the second base body (112). A mechanical limit structure is provided between the first base body (111) and the second base body (112), and the mechanical limit structure defines a limit position of rotation of the first base body (111) opposite the second base body (112). A positioning structure is provided at a predetermined magnetic field position of the magnetic ring (113), and when the first base body (111) rotates to the limit position location opposite the second base body (112), the position sensing component (115) senses a predetermined magnetic field signal. The present invention also relates to a photographing device (100) and a cradle head (10) provided with the motor (11).
H02K 7/00 - Arrangements for handling mechanical energy structurally associated with dynamo-electric machines, e.g. structural association with mechanical driving motors or auxiliary dynamo-electric machines
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CONNECTION MECHANISM AND UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLE HAVING SAME
A connection mechanism (100) and an unmanned aerial vehicle (200) having said connection mechanism (100), wherein the connection mechanism (100) comprises: a fastening component (1), a movable component (2) and a connector (3). The fastening component (1) is used for detachably connecting to a cradle head (7) or the unmanned aerial vehicle (200), and comprises a body (10) and a receiving space (11) located inside the body (10). The movable component (2) is arranged inside the receiving space (11) and has a degree of rotational freedom relative to the fastening component (1). Within the range of the degree of freedom, the movable component (2) can rotate between a first position and a second position. The connector (3) is fixed on the movable component (2). The connector (3) is in a state of pending connection when at the first position, and the movable component (2) is in a locked state with the fastening component (1) when at the second position. The connection mechanism (100) enables rapid dismounting and mounting of the unmanned aerial vehicle (200) and the cradle head (7), facilitating transportation and replacement of the cradle head (7), and the unmanned aerial vehicle (200) may be in wired communication with a camera (72) which is installed on the cradle head (7).
A three-axis pan-tilt base (10), and three-axis pan-tilt camera device. A first electromechanical coupler device (12) of the three-axis pan-tilt base (100) comprises a first hollow motor shaft (121). A first accommodating cavity (120) is provided within the first follow motor shaft (121). A second electromechanical coupler device (22) comprises a second hollow motor shaft (221). A second accommodating cavity (220) is provided within the second hollow motor shaft (221). A pitch-axis arm (21) is provided with an accommodating cavity (210) of the pitch-axis arm therein. A roll-axis assembly (1) comprises a first wire (13) provided within the first accommodating cavity (120) and an accommodating cavity (110) of a roll-axis arm. A pitch-axis assembly (2) comprises a second wire (23) provided within the second accommodating cavity (220) and the accommodating cavity (210) of the pitch-axis arm. The first wire (13) and the second wire (23) are electrically connected.
Provided is a motor (100), comprising: a housing and a drive shaft assembly disposed in said housing; said drive shaft assembly comprises: a drive shaft (4) and a first bearing (51) and a second bearing (52); the drive shaft (4) comprises a drive end (41) and a fixed end (43); said drive end (41) is used for connecting to an external component and driving said external component to rotate; said fixed end (43) extends into the housing; the first bearing (51) and the second bearing (52) are arranged around the drive end (41) and the fixed end (43), respectively; the peripheral dimension of the cross-section of the drive end (41) is larger than the peripheral dimension of the cross section of the fixed end (43), so as to prevent the first bearing (51) and the second bearing (52) from slipping off of the drive end (41).
H02K 7/00 - Arrangements for handling mechanical energy structurally associated with dynamo-electric machines, e.g. structural association with mechanical driving motors or auxiliary dynamo-electric machines
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HEAD FIXING MOUNT AND UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLE HAVING SAME
A head fixing mount (6), comprising a main body portion (61), a clamp portion (62) which is arranged on the main body portion (61) and which is used to connect to a vehicle body (71) of an unmanned aerial vehicle, and a positioning portion (63) which is used to limit a movement of a head (72); the positioning portion (63) comprises a positioning space (634) used to accommodate at least part of the head (72). The head fixing mount (6) connects to the head (72) of the unmanned aerial vehicle (7) and is secured to the vehicle body (71) of the unmanned aerial vehicle (7), thus limiting the movement of the head (72) relative to the vehicle body (71) of the unmanned aerial vehicle (7). The head fixing mount (6) has the advantages of a small size, a detachable connection to the vehicle body (71) of the unmanned aerial vehicle (7), and easy operations. The present invention also relates to the unmanned aerial vehicle (7) in which the head fixing mount (6) is installed.
Provided is a tripod-head shock-absorbing device, comprising a shock-absorbing panel (10) used for connecting to a tripod head (200), and a main-body frame (20) connected to the shock-absorbing panel (10); the shock-absorbing panel (10) comprises a fixing part (11) fixedly connected to said tripod head (200) and three support arms (12) extending outwardly from the fixing part (11); the free end of each of said support arms (12) is provided with a mounting end (13), and the three mounting ends (13) are arranged in a triangle shape; the main-body frame (20) is provided with three mounting parts (21) fitted to the three mounting ends (13); by means of the fitting between the support-arm mounting ends (13) and the mounting parts (21) of the main-body frame, the shock-absorbing panel (10) is connected to the main-body frame (20); the shock-absorbing panel (10) is such that a shock-absorbing mounting structure is formed between the tripod head (200) and the main-body frame (20); thus the entire structure is more compact and mounting is also simpler, while good mounting and shock-absorption performance are maintained.
F16M 13/02 - Other supports for positioning apparatus or articles; Means for steadying hand-held apparatus or articles for supporting on, or attaching to, an object, e.g. tree, gate, window-frame, cycle
F16M 11/04 - Means for attachment of apparatus; Means allowing adjustment of the apparatus relatively to the stand
A focus follower holding stand (1) comprises a main frame (10), a sliding frame (20), a locking mechanism (30) and a toothed disc (50). The sliding frame (20) is slidably installed on the main frame (10). The toothed disc (50) is connected on the sliding frame (20) and works in coordination with a focus follower (2). The sliding frame (20) and the main frame (10) work in coordination by means of at least one of the following: when the locking mechanism (30) is in a locked state, the sliding frame (20) is locked on the main frame (10); when the locking mechanism (30) is in an unlocked state, the sliding frame (20) is capable of sliding along the main frame (10); and when the locking mechanism (30) is in a reverse pulled back state, the sliding frame (20) is capable of sliding out from one side of the main frame (10) and sliding in from the opposite side.
Disclosed is a clamping mechanism (1000), comprising a base (10), a first clamping mechanism (12) extending from one side of the base (10) and capable of moving between an unfolded state and a folded state relative to the base (10), and a second clamping mechanism (14) extending from the other side of the base and capable of moving between the unfolded state and the folded state, wherein the first clamping mechanism (12), in the unfolded state, can restrict the movement of an electronic device clamped on the clamping mechanism (1000) in a first direction, and the second clamping mechanism (14), in the unfolded state, can restrict the movement of the electronic device in a second direction, where the second direction and the first direction are different from and are not parallel to each other. Further provided is a gimbal comprising the clamping mechanism (1000). The clamping mechanism (1000) and the gimbal are prevented from being top-heavy, and can facilitate one-handed operation.
Provided are a method, system, and device for controlling an imaging apparatus. The imaging apparatus comprises a tripod head (101) and a photographic apparatus (102) disposed on the tripod head (101), wherein the tripod head (101) is used for driving the photographic apparatus (102) to move along with at least one rotating frame (1013). The method comprises: obtaining a position parameter of the imaging apparatus (S201); adjusting the rotating frame (1013) of the tripod head (101) according to the position parameter, such that the photographic apparatus (102) is parallel with the Earth's rotational axis (S202); and determining a rotation direction of the rotating frame (1013), and controlling the rotating frame (1013) to rotate according to the rotation direction and a user-selected rotation speed (S203). The invention improves the accuracy of adjusting an imaging apparatus.
A method for taking wide-angle pictures, a device, cradle heads (20, 70, 1004), an unmanned aerial vehicle and a robot. A method for acquiring wide-angle pictures comprises: controlling lenses (22, 1005, 2005) to take pictures at a plurality of azimuth angles, the plurality of azimuth angles comprising n pieces of latitude information and m piece(s) of longitude information, n being an integer greater than or equal to 2, m being an integer greater than or equal to 1; and at the plurality of azimuth angles combining, the pictures taken by the lenses (22, 1005, 2005) into an ultra-wide-angle picture. By means of controlling the lenses (22, 1005, 2005) to take pictures at a plurality of azimuth angles, and combining the pictures taken by the lenses (22, 1005, 2005) at the azimuth angles into an ultra-wide-angle picture, the invention achieves taking an ultra-wide-angle picture, without a problem like the distortion of a fisheye lens, improving the quality of ultra-wide-angle pictures.
G03B 37/02 - Panoramic or wide-screen photography; Photographing extended surfaces, e.g. for surveying; Photographing internal surfaces, e.g. of pipe with scanning movement of lens or camera
G03B 37/00 - Panoramic or wide-screen photography; Photographing extended surfaces, e.g. for surveying; Photographing internal surfaces, e.g. of pipe
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PAN-TILT CONTROL METHOD AND DEVICE, STORAGE MEDIUM AND UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLE
A pan-tilt control method and device, a storage medium and an unmanned aerial vehicle. The pan-tilt control method comprises: obtaining a current field-of-view angle of a camera device arranged on a pan-tilt (S101); determining, according to the current field angle, an adjustment strategy for adjusting the pan-tilt (S102); and adjusting the pan-tilt according to the adjustment strategy, so that the camera device outputs a stable image (S103). The pan-tilt control method and device, and the storage medium effectively overcome the problems existing in the prior art, having an impact on the stable output of a camera image and not facilitating the collection and monitoring of data information, and at the same time guarantee the precision degree of a camera device collecting an image, thereby improving the applicability of the pan-tilt control method, and facilitating market promotion and application.
A mount control method and system. The mount control method comprises: acquiring an image captured by an image sensor carried on a mount (101); extracting a reference object from the image (102); determining, according to position information of the reference object in a predetermined coordinate system, an offset attitude angle of the image sensor (103); and adjusting, according to the offset attitude angle and by means of the mount, the attitude of the image sensor (104). The mount control method and system of the present invention can effectively reduce occurrences of the phenomena of an image sensor tilting to one side.
A handheld cradle head (100, 200, 300), comprising: a handle (110, 210, 310) and a stabilizing assembly (130, 230, 330). The stabilizing assembly (130, 230, 330) is mounted at one end of the handle (110, 210, 310), and is used for mounting a photographic assembly (150, 250, 350). The handle (110, 210, 310) comprises a grip portion (113, 213, 313) and a rotation portion (115, 215, 315) rotatably connected to the grip portion (113, 213, 313). The stabilizing assembly (130, 230, 330) is mounted on the rotation portion (115, 215, 315) and away from the grip portion (113, 213, 313). The rotation portion (115, 215, 315) can bring the stabilizing assembly (130, 230, 330) to rotate relative to the grip portion (113, 213, 313), so as to switch the handheld cradle head (100, 200, 300) from a first posture to a second posture.
F16M 13/04 - Other supports for positioning apparatus or articles; Means for steadying hand-held apparatus or articles for supporting on, or holding steady relative to, a person, e.g. by chains
F16M 11/12 - Means for attachment of apparatus; Means allowing adjustment of the apparatus relatively to the stand allowing pivoting in more than one direction
G03B 17/12 - Bodies with means for supporting objectives, supplementary lenses, filters, masks, or turrets
G03B 17/16 - Bodies for containing both motion-picture camera and still-picture camera
A handheld structure (10) for use in a handheld tripod (1), the handheld structure (10) comprising a handheld structure body (101), the handheld structure body (101) being provided with function buttons (106), a gripping structure (102) extending downward from underneath the handheld structure body (101) in the direction away from the handheld structure body (101), and a first connecting part (104) used for connecting a tripod body (20) being arranged on the side of the handheld structure body (101).
F16M 13/04 - Other supports for positioning apparatus or articles; Means for steadying hand-held apparatus or articles for supporting on, or holding steady relative to, a person, e.g. by chains
F16M 11/16 - Heads - Details concerning attachment of head-supporting legs, with or without actuation of locking members therefor
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GIMBAL, PHOTOGRAPHING DEVICE, AND UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLE
A gimbal (100), and a photographing device and an unmanned aerial vehicle using the gimbal (100). The gimbal (100) comprises a plurality of control elements (70) and a plurality of supports rotationally connected in sequence. Each of the supports is provided with an electrical element. The plurality of supports comprises a mounting element (12) and a support assembly. The plurality of control elements (70) is electrically connected by a flexible circuit board to form a rigid-flex board. The whole rigid-flex board is disposed between the mounting element (12) and the support assembly. The plurality of control elements (70) is capable of controlling the electrical elements respectively. The mounting element (12) and the electrical elements on the support assembly are connected to the corresponding control elements (70) respectively by means of independent transmission elements (90).
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