公开(公告)号：US09373262B2

公开(公告)日：2016-06-21

申请号：US13568025

申请日：2012-08-06

Applicant: Michael J. Stigler ,  Nicholas James Setar

Inventor： Michael J. Stigler ,  Nicholas James Setar

IPC: G08G5/00 ,  B64B1/10 ,  B64B1/12 ,  B64B1/14 ,  B64B1/22 ,  B64B1/24 ,  B64B1/60 ,  B64B1/62 ,  B64B1/64 ,  B64B1/66 ,  B64C39/02 ,  G09F21/04 ,  G09F21/06 ,  B64B1/00 ,  B64B1/18 ,  G05D1/00

CPC classification number: B64B1/12 ,  B64B1/005 ,  B64B1/10 ,  B64B1/14 ,  B64B1/18 ,  B64B1/22 ,  B64B1/24 ,  B64B1/36 ,  B64B1/60 ,  B64B1/62 ,  B64B1/64 ,  B64B1/66 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/022 ,  B64C2201/126 ,  B64C2201/127 ,  B64C2201/141 ,  G05D1/0027 ,  G05D1/101 ,  G08G5/0069 ,  G09F21/04 ,  G09F21/06

Abstract: An intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance system is disclosed including a ground station and one or more aerial vehicles. The aerial vehicles are autonomous systems capable of communicating intelligence data to the ground station and be used as part of a missile delivery package. A plurality of aerial vehicles can be configured to cast a wide net of reconnaissance over a large area on the ground including smaller overlapping reconnaissance areas provided by each of the plurality of the aerial vehicles.

Abstract translation: 披露了一个智能，监视和侦察系统，包括地面站和一个或多个飞行器。 飞行器是能够将情报数据传送到地面站的自主系统，并用作导弹发射包的一部分。 多个飞行器可以被配置为在地面上的大面积上施放广泛的侦察网，包括由多个飞行器中的每一个提供的较小的重叠侦察区域。

公开(公告)号：US20160046387A1

公开(公告)日：2016-02-18

申请号：US14462152

申请日：2014-08-18

Applicant: Sunlight Photonics Inc.

Inventor： SERGEY V. FROLOV ,  MICHAEL CYRUS ,  ALLAN J. BRUCE ,  JOHN PETER MOUSSOURIS

IPC: B64D47/00 ,  B64D35/02 ,  B64C19/00 ,  B64D31/00 ,  H04B7/185 ,  B64B1/00 ,  G08G5/00 ,  G05D1/10 ,  G08G5/04 ,  B64D33/00 ,  B64C39/02

CPC classification number: B64D47/00 ,  B64B1/00 ,  B64C19/00 ,  B64C39/02 ,  B64C2201/022 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/06 ,  B64C2201/122 ,  B64C2201/143 ,  B64D31/00 ,  B64D33/00 ,  B64D35/02 ,  G05D1/104 ,  G08G5/0069 ,  H04B7/18508

Abstract: Embodiments of methods and apparatus for providing distributed airborne wireless communications are provided herein. In some embodiments, a communication fleet includes: an airborne communication payload subdivided into multiple payload sections; and a plurality of airborne platforms each including a payload section, wherein each airborne platform comprises an airframe, a propulsion system, a power system, and flight control electronics, wherein the propulsion system is configured to provide propulsion power and thrust to maintain level flight, ascend, descend and maneuver the airborne platform, wherein the power system provides electrical power to the propulsion system, the flight control electronics, and the payload section, and wherein the flight control electronics provide capability to control a position, speed, and flight pattern of the airborne platform.

Abstract translation: 本文提供了用于提供分布式机载无线通信的方法和装置的实施例。 在一些实施例中，通信车队包括：被分为多个有效载荷部分的机载通信有效载荷; 以及多个机载平台，每个机载平台各自包括有效载荷部分，其中每个机载平台包括机体，推进系统，电力系统和飞行控制电子设备，其中所述推进系统被配置为提供推进力和推力以维持水平飞行， 上升，下降和操纵机载平台，其中电力系统向推进系统，飞行控制电子装置和有效载荷部分提供电力，并且其中飞行控制电子装置提供控制位置，速度和飞行模式的能力 机载平台。

公开(公告)号：US20150248711A1

公开(公告)日：2015-09-03

申请号：US14430576

申请日：2013-09-27

Applicant: SOLAR SHIP INC.

Inventor： Sebastien Fournier ,  Jay Godsall

IPC: G06Q30/02 ,  B64D47/00 ,  B64D41/00 ,  B64B1/06 ,  B64B1/58

CPC classification number: G06Q30/0275 ,  B60L8/003 ,  B60L50/40 ,  B60L50/52 ,  B60L58/12 ,  B60L2200/10 ,  B64B1/02 ,  B64B1/06 ,  B64B1/58 ,  B64B2201/00 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/022 ,  B64C2201/122 ,  B64D41/00 ,  B64D47/00 ,  G06F3/14 ,  G06Q30/0241 ,  G06Q30/0267 ,  G06Q30/08 ,  G09F21/06 ,  G09F27/00 ,  G09G3/20 ,  G09G2370/02 ,  G09G2370/16 ,  G09G2380/12 ,  H02S10/40 ,  H04B7/18504 ,  H04B7/18508 ,  H04L67/2814 ,  H04W4/60 ,  Y02T10/7005 ,  Y02T10/7022 ,  Y02T10/7044 ,  Y02T10/705 ,  Y02T10/7083 ,  Y02T90/16 ,  Y04S50/10 ,  Y04S50/14

Abstract: An airship or airborne station comprises a gas-containing envelope for containing a lifting gas, solar panels on the envelope for providing electric power to an energy storage system, and an external display screen powered by the energy storage system. This airship or airborne station enables novel methods of using the airship or airborne station to display digital content, to sell or auction ad space on the display screen to the highest bidder, to display information for events, crowds, rescue operations, or to interact digitally with a group of wireless communications devices. Furthermore, the airship or airborne station acts as a communication and media hub for uploading user-generated content, relaying communications from wireless devices, broadcasting content or interactive media.

Abstract translation: 飞艇或机载站包括用于容纳提升气体的含气体信封，用于向能量存储系统提供电力的信封上的太阳能电池板以及由能量存储系统供电的外部显示屏。 这种飞艇或机载站能够使用飞艇或机载电台显示数字内容，将显示屏上的广告空间出售或拍卖给最高出价者的新颖方法，显示事件，人群，救援行动的信息或数字互动 与一组无线通信设备。 此外，飞艇或机载电台作为上传用户生成内容的通信和媒体中心，中继无线设备的通信，广播内容或交互式媒体。

公开(公告)号：US09108712B2

公开(公告)日：2015-08-18

申请号：US14004784

申请日：2012-03-07

Applicant: Alain Bernard

Inventor： Alain Bernard

IPC: B64B1/58 ,  B64B1/04

CPC classification number: B64B1/58 ,  B64B1/04 ,  B64B1/62 ,  B64C2201/022 ,  B64C2201/101

Abstract: The invention relates to an airship comprising a flexible envelope having at least one adjustment region provided with two longitudinal adjustment elements mounted in opposition and mobile in relation to each other between a maximum distancing position and a minimum distancing position, the two longitudinal adjustment elements being connected to each other by a group comprising a plurality of cables crossing the inner space of the envelope, each of the cables cooperating with a plurality or tightening points provided along each longitudinal element. The cables are connected to at least one tightening module that can exert a tightening or loosening action on the cables and thereby bring the longitudinal adjustment elements closer together or move them further away.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种飞艇，其包括具有至少一个调节区域的至少一个调节区域，该调节区域设置有两个纵向调整元件，两个纵向调节元件相对于彼此安装，并且在最大间距位置和最小间距位置之间相对移动，两个纵向调节元件连接 通过包括穿过信封的内部空间的多个电缆的组彼此相互联系，每个电缆与沿着每个纵向元件设置的多个或紧固点配合。 电缆连接到至少一个可在电缆上施加紧固或松动的紧固模块，从而使纵向调节元件更靠近在一起或将它们移开。

公开(公告)号：US20150225059A1

公开(公告)日：2015-08-13

申请号：US14696167

申请日：2015-04-24

Applicant: Sergey Nikolayevich Ermilov

Inventor： Sergey Nikolayevich Ermilov

IPC: B64B1/50

CPC classification number: B64B1/50 ,  B64C2201/022 ,  F03D5/00 ,  Y02E10/70

Abstract: According to one embodiment, an apparatus includes a first pipe and a second pipe, where at least a portion of the first pipe is within the second pipe. The first pipe has a first gas in a first space and a second gas in a second space. The first gas is in an amount to generate a buoyancy force that exceeds at least a gravity force of the apparatus to position the apparatus in a stationary state at a first distance relative a ground, wherein the first pipe is movable relative to the second pipe. The apparatus further includes a first fixture coupled to the second pipe to secure the apparatus in the stationary state at the first distance relative to the ground without supporting the apparatus.

Abstract translation: 根据一个实施例，一种装置包括第一管和第二管，其中第一管的至少一部分在第二管内。 第一管在第一空间中具有第一气体，在第二空间中具有第二气体。 第一气体的量是产生超过装置的至少重力的浮力，以将装置定位在相对于地面的第一距离处于静止状态，其中第一管可相对于第二管移动。 该装置还包括联接到第二管的第一固定装置，以将装置固定在相对于地面的第一距离处于静止状态，而不支撑装置。

公开(公告)号：US20150194058A1

公开(公告)日：2015-07-09

申请号：US14664872

申请日：2015-03-22

Applicant: Google Inc.

Inventor： Keith Allen Bonawitz ,  Adrien Treuille

IPC: G08G5/00

CPC classification number: G08G5/0034 ,  B64B1/58 ,  B64B1/60 ,  B64C2201/022 ,  B64C2201/122 ,  G05D1/104 ,  G06Q10/047 ,  G08G1/20 ,  G08G1/202 ,  G08G5/0043 ,  G08G5/0069 ,  G08G5/0091 ,  H04B7/18504

Abstract: Methods and systems for determining trajectories for vehicles of a fleet of vehicles are provided. In one example, a method comprises receiving an initial location of one or more vehicles, and receiving a sequence of coverage requirements for a region and an associated period of time. The region may be divided into a plurality of landmarks and the period of time may be divided into a plurality of phases. The method also comprises determining for each of one or more phases and at least one respective landmark, a set of starting landmarks from which a vehicle could reach the respective landmark during the phase. The method further comprises determining which respective landmark that the vehicle should travel to during the one or more phases based on the sequence of coverage requirements and the set of starting landmarks for the one or more phases and the at least one respective landmark.

Abstract translation: 提供了用于确定车队车辆轨迹的方法和系统。 在一个示例中，一种方法包括接收一个或多个车辆的初始位置，以及接收一个区域和相关时间段的覆盖要求序列。 该区域可以被划分为多个地标，并且该时间段可以被分成多个阶段。 该方法还包括确定一个或多个相位中的每一个以及至少一个相应的标记，一组起始地标，在该阶段期间车辆可从该起始地标到达相应的地标。 所述方法还包括基于所述一个或多个相位和所述至少一个相应地标的覆盖要求序列和所述一组起始地标来确定所述车辆在所述一个或多个阶段期间应该行进到哪个相应的标记。

公开(公告)号：US09045218B2

公开(公告)日：2015-06-02

申请号：US13791105

申请日：2013-03-08

Applicant: The Boeing Company

Inventor： James J. Childress ,  John J. Viniotis

IPC: B64B1/50 ,  B64C19/00 ,  B60L9/00 ,  B64B1/40 ,  B64C39/02

CPC classification number: B64C19/00 ,  B60L9/00 ,  B64B1/40 ,  B64B1/50 ,  B64C39/022 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/022 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/123 ,  B64C2201/148

Abstract: Systems and methods to launch an aircraft are disclosed. In one embodiment, a system comprises an electrically powered buoyant aircraft, a control system to maneuver the aircraft and a tether adapted to couple to the aircraft and to a ground-based power supply to provide power to the aircraft while the aircraft is coupled to the tether. The aircraft can disconnect autonomously from the tether in response to a command signal.

Abstract translation: 公开了发射飞机的系统和方法。 在一个实施例中，系统包括电动浮力飞机，用于操纵飞行器的控制系统和适于联接到飞行器和地面的电源以在航空器耦合到飞行器的情况下为飞行器供电的系绳 系绳 飞机可以响应于命令信号而自动地从系绳断开。

公开(公告)号：US08888035B2

公开(公告)日：2014-11-18

申请号：US13061019

申请日：2009-08-25

Applicant: Richard Charles Lind, Jr. ,  Daniel Thurmond Grant ,  David Eaton

Inventor： Richard Charles Lind, Jr. ,  Daniel Thurmond Grant ,  David Eaton

IPC: B64C39/02 ,  B64C37/00 ,  B60F3/00 ,  B64C1/00

CPC classification number: B64C39/024 ,  B60F3/00 ,  B64C37/00 ,  B64C2001/0045 ,  B64C2201/022 ,  B64C2201/027 ,  B64C2201/102 ,  B64C2201/108 ,  B64C2201/203

Abstract: A morphing aircraft that is achieves multi-modality location and camouflage for payload emplacement The morphing aircraft includes a substantially cylindrical fuselage including a shape configured as a packaging container with a first end and a second end A set of wings is coupled to the fuselage The set of wings includes a first position where the set of wings is extended outwards from the fuselage and a second position where the set of wings is retracted inwards towards the fuselage A tail is coupled to the second end of the cylindrical fuselage The tail includes a first position where the tail is extended outward from the fuselage and a second position where the tail is retracted inward towards the fuselage A propeller is mounted to the first end of the fuselage An engine is mechanically coupled to the propeller The engine is enclosed within the fuselage and powers the propeller.

Abstract translation: 实现多模式位置和伪装用于有效载荷的变形飞机变形飞机包括基本上圆柱形的机身，其包括被配置为具有第一端和第二端的包装容器的形状。一组翼结合到机身。该组 的翼部包括第一位置，其中所述一组翼从机身向外延伸，并且第二位置，其中该组翼向内朝向机身A缩回。尾部联接到圆柱形机身的第二端。尾部包括第一位置 其中尾部从机身向外延伸，而第二位置则是尾部朝向机身向内缩进。螺旋桨安装在机身的第一端。发动机机械地联接到螺旋桨。发动机被封闭在机身内并且动力 螺旋桨

公开(公告)号：US20140203138A1

公开(公告)日：2014-07-24

申请号：US14104059

申请日：2013-12-12

Applicant: John Ciampa

Inventor： John Ciampa ,  Bertrand Dano

IPC: B64B1/02

CPC classification number: B64B1/62 ,  B64B1/02 ,  B64B1/08 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/022 ,  B64C2201/101 ,  B64C2201/127 ,  B64C2201/146 ,  B64D47/08 ,  G05D1/0094

Abstract: Lighter-than-air systems, methods, and kits for obtaining aerial images are described. For example, various methods for determining planned ascent, drift, and/or descent of a lighter-than-air system are described. In addition, various structural arrangements of lighter-than-air systems for accomplishing planned ascent, drift, and/or descent and obtaining aerial images are described.

Abstract translation: 描述了用于获取空中图像的比空气系统更轻的方法和套件。 例如，描述了用于确定轻于空气系统的计划上升，漂移和/或下降的各种方法。 此外，描述了用于实现计划上升，漂移和/或下降并获得空中图像的轻于空气系统的各种结构布置。

公开(公告)号：US20130129427A1

公开(公告)日：2013-05-23

申请号：US13300492

申请日：2011-11-18

Applicant: Sergey Nikolayevich Ermilov

Inventor： Sergey Nikolayevich Ermilov

IPC: B65G53/06

CPC classification number: B64B1/50 ,  B64C2201/022 ,  F03D5/00 ,  Y02E10/70

Abstract: A pipe of an apparatus has a first gas in a first space and a second gas in a second space. The first gas is in the amount to generate a buoyancy force that exceeds at least a gravity force to position the apparatus in a stationary state at a predetermined distance relative to a reference surface. A fixture is coupled to the apparatus to secure the apparatus in the stationary state relative to the ground without supporting the apparatus. The first gas is lighter than the second gas. The pipe is capable of creating a flow of the second gas.

Abstract translation: 设备的管道具有在第一空间中的第一气体和在第二空间中的第二气体。 第一气体的量是产生超过至少重力的浮力，以将装置相对于参考表面以预定的距离将其定位在静止状态。 固定装置联接到装置，以将装置固定在相对于地面的静止状态，而不支撑装置。 第一气体比第二气体轻。 管能够产生第二气体的流动。