公开(公告)号：US20120325345A1

公开(公告)日：2012-12-27

申请号：US13169337

申请日：2011-06-27

Applicant: Mark D. Horn

Inventor： Mark D. Horn

IPC: F16L41/00

CPC classification number: B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/021 ,  B64C2201/044 ,  B64C2201/162 ,  B64D33/04 ,  F01D25/30 ,  Y10T137/85938

Abstract: An exhaust system includes a multiple of distribution risers which extend transverse to a plenum, each of the multiple of distribution risers includes at least one downstream directed aperture.

Abstract translation: 排气系统包括多个分配立管，其横跨于增压室延伸，多个分配立管中的每一个包括至少一个下游定向孔。

公开(公告)号：US08128019B2

公开(公告)日：2012-03-06

申请号：US12334098

申请日：2008-12-12

Applicant: Richard E. Annati ,  Patrick L. O'Brien

Inventor： Richard E. Annati ,  Patrick L. O'Brien

IPC: B64C29/00

CPC classification number: B64C27/20 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/027 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/044 ,  B64C2201/108 ,  B64D27/24 ,  Y02T50/64

Abstract: A propulsion system for a vertical take-off and landing ducted fan aerial vehicle is provided, the propulsion system comprising an internal combustion engine, an electric motor that comprises a motor generator, a motor drive and a battery. The motor drive and battery are integrated into the aerial vehicle and provide power to the ducted fan aerial vehicle. The electric motor may comprise a ring motor generator. In operation, this dual propulsion system serves as a weight-efficient option to allow for two sources of power on a ducted fan unmanned aerial vehicle.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种用于垂直起飞和降落的风扇飞行器的推进系统，该推进系统包括内燃机，包括电动发电机，电机驱动器和电池的电动机。 电动机驱动器和电池被集成到飞行器中，并向管道风扇飞行器提供电力。 电动机可以包括环形电动发电机。 在操作中，这种双推进系统作为一种重量选择，允许在风扇无人驾驶飞行器上的两个电源。

公开(公告)号：US08123162B2

公开(公告)日：2012-02-28

申请号：US11098529

申请日：2005-04-05

Applicant: Omri Sirkis

Inventor： Omri Sirkis

IPC: B64C25/56 ,  B64C39/02

CPC classification number: B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/021 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/044 ,  B64C2201/048 ,  B64C2201/086 ,  B64C2201/104 ,  B64C2201/167 ,  B64C2201/187

Abstract: There is provided an Unmanned Air Vehicle (UAV) including an engine and an airframe, including means for performing a deep stall maneuver at least one inflatable sleeve connected or connectable to the airframe, and means for inflating the sleeve during flight, wherein the inflated sleeve extends along the lower side of the airframe so as to protect same during deep stall landing. A method for operating an Unmanned Air Vehicle (UAV), including an engine and an airframe is also provided.

Abstract translation: 提供了包括发动机和机身的无人机（UAV），包括用于对连接或可连接到机身的至少一个充气套筒进行深度失速操纵的装置，以及用于在飞行期间使套筒充气的装置，其中，所述膨胀套筒 沿着机身的下侧延伸，以便在深度失速着陆期间保护它们。 还提供了一种用于操作无人机（UAV）的方法，包括发动机和机身。

公开(公告)号：US20100096490A1

公开(公告)日：2010-04-22

申请号：US12288307

申请日：2008-10-18

Applicant: Kevin Patrick Gordon

Inventor： Kevin Patrick Gordon

IPC: B64C27/04 ,  B64C1/06 ,  B64C1/08 ,  B64C37/02 ,  G05D1/00 ,  B64C19/00 ,  B64C17/00

CPC classification number: G05D1/102 ,  B64C27/10 ,  B64C39/022 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/027 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/044 ,  B64C2201/108 ,  B64C2201/146 ,  B64C2201/148

Abstract: The invention is an unmanned flying helicopter aircraft platform (“aircraft platform”) that can be powered by either interchangeable electric motors or by fuel powered internal combustion engines. The aircraft platform is surrounded by a lightweight exoskeleton cage that protects the rotor blades from coming into contact with external objects. The aircraft platform uses a weight located on the bottom side of the aircraft platform that can be remotely moved to adjust the center of gravity in order to navigate in any direction. The aircraft platform has a place on its bottom side where attachments can be added or removed which allows the aircraft platform to be used for multiple different purposes. The aircraft platform can be flown and operated either remotely using a hand held control unit or it can be flown and operated by an onboard pilot located in the human carrying attachment.

Abstract translation: 本发明是可由可互换电动机或燃料动力内燃机驱动的无人飞行直升机飞机平台（“飞机平台”）。 飞机平台由一个轻质的外骨架围拢，保护转子叶片与外部物体接触。 飞机平台使用位于飞机平台底部的重物，可以远程移动以调整重心，以便在任何方向上导航。 飞机平台在其底部有一个位置，可以添加或移除附件，从而允许飞机平台用于多种不同的目的。 飞机平台可以使用手持控制单元进行远程飞行和操作，也可以通过位于人体携带附件中的飞行员飞行员进行飞行和操作。

公开(公告)号：US20090314882A1

公开(公告)日：2009-12-24

申请号：US11492490

申请日：2006-07-25

Applicant: Emray R. Goossen ,  Glen A. Mantych ,  William T. Campbell

Inventor： Emray R. Goossen ,  Glen A. Mantych ,  William T. Campbell

IPC: B64F1/04

CPC classification number: B64C39/028 ,  B64C2201/027 ,  B64C2201/044 ,  B64C2201/088 ,  B64C2201/108 ,  B64C2201/201

Abstract: A Micro Air-Vehicle (MAV) starting system that provides the combined functions of: packing protection of sensitive vehicle components, a mechanical starting assembly, and a launch pad. The preferred embodiment comprises a container and a container lid with the MAV clamped to the lid. Also disposed on the container lid is a starting assembly. The lid which doubles as a launching pad with the attached MAV is removed from the container, placed on the ground, the MAV is started with the starting mechanism and launched. The arrangement minimizes the physical risk to the operator, minimizes weight of the total MAV system, consumes minimum space in the operators transport system, and eliminates dependence on supply lines for battery replacement or charging.

Abstract translation: 微型飞行器（MAV）启动系统，提供组合功能：敏感车辆部件的包装保护，机械起动组件和发射台。 优选实施例包括容器和容器盖，其中MAV夹在盖上。 还设置在容器盖上的是起动组件。 将附加的MAV作为发射台的盖子从容器中取出，放在地面上，MAV以起动机构启动并启动。 这种布置可最大限度地减少操作人员的身体风险，最大限度地减少总体MAV系统的重量，消耗操作员运输系统的最小空间，并消除对电池更换或充电的电源线的依赖。

公开(公告)号：US20090045295A1

公开(公告)日：2009-02-19

申请号：US11838731

申请日：2007-08-14

Applicant: Gert Lundgren

Inventor： Gert Lundgren

IPC: G05D1/08 ,  B64C27/22

CPC classification number: B64C29/0033 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C39/04 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/044 ,  B64C2201/088 ,  B64C2201/165

Abstract: A vertical/short take-off and landing aircraft with a single proprotor assembly that has a pair of inline counter-rotating rotors. Two inline counter-rotating engines are directly connected to the rotors. One engine is shut down in horizontal flight to improve efficiency. Gimbal mounting the proprotor assembly permits thrust to be directed forward to back and left to right to control pitch and roll when hovering. Varying the relative engine speeds controls yaw. The aircraft is adaptable as an unmanned vehicle.

Abstract translation: 具有单个推进器组件的垂直/短距起飞和着陆飞机，其具有一对在线的反向旋转的转子。 两个直列反向旋转发动机直接连接到转子上。 一个引擎在水平飞行中关闭以提高效率。 安装推进器组件的万向节允许推动力向前指向前向左并向左转，以便在悬停时控制俯仰和滚动。 改变相对发动机转速来控制偏航。 该飞机适用于无人驾驶的车辆。

公开(公告)号：US07252265B2

公开(公告)日：2007-08-07

申请号：US10964764

申请日：2004-10-15

Applicant: Piero Perlo ,  Bartolomeo Pairetti ,  Roberto Finizio ,  Cosimo Carvignese ,  Piermario Repetto ,  Denis Bollea ,  Davide Capello

Inventor： Piero Perlo ,  Bartolomeo Pairetti ,  Roberto Finizio ,  Cosimo Carvignese ,  Piermario Repetto ,  Denis Bollea ,  Davide Capello

IPC: B64C27/08

CPC classification number: B64C27/20 ,  B64C39/028 ,  B64C2201/027 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/044 ,  B64C2201/108 ,  B64C2201/127 ,  B64C2201/146 ,  B64C2201/162 ,  H04M1/21 ,  H04M1/72547

Abstract: An aircraft which is attachable to, for example, a cellular phone. The aircraft is provided with at least four rotors actuated with compressed fluid or by ring-shaped electric motors.

Abstract translation: 可附接到例如蜂窝电话的飞机。 该飞机设有至少四个由压缩流体或环形电动机驱动的转子。

公开(公告)号：US20060231675A1

公开(公告)日：2006-10-19

申请号：US11384167

申请日：2006-03-17

Applicant: Nicolae Bostan

Inventor： Nicolae Bostan

IPC: B64C29/00

CPC classification number: B64C3/385 ,  B64C17/06 ,  B64C27/20 ,  B64C29/0033 ,  B64C29/02 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/027 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/044 ,  B64C2201/048 ,  B64C2201/088 ,  B64C2201/104 ,  B64C2201/108 ,  B64C2201/127 ,  B64C2201/146 ,  B64C2201/162 ,  B64C2201/165 ,  Y02T50/14

Abstract: A vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) air vehicle disclosed. The air vehicle can be manned or unmanned. In one embodiment, the air vehicle includes two shrouded propellers, a fuselage and a gyroscopic stabilization disk installed in the fuselage. The gyroscopic stabilization disk can be configured to provide sufficient angular momentum, by sufficient mass and/or sufficient angular velocity, such that the air vehicle is gyroscopically stabilized during various phases of flight. In one embodiment the fuselage is fixedly attached to the shrouded propellers. In another embodiment, the shrouded propellers are pivotably mounted to the fuselage.

公开(公告)号：US07090166B2

公开(公告)日：2006-08-15

申请号：US10758948

申请日：2004-01-16

Applicant: Brian D. Dennis ,  Andreas H. von Flotow

Inventor： Brian D. Dennis ,  Andreas H. von Flotow

IPC: B64F1/06

CPC classification number: B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/021 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/044 ,  B64C2201/048 ,  B64C2201/102 ,  B64C2201/146 ,  B64C2201/165 ,  B64C2201/182 ,  B64C2201/201 ,  B64F1/06

Abstract: Methods and apparatuses for launching unmanned aircraft and other flight devices or projectiles are described. In one embodiment, the aircraft can be launched from an apparatus that includes an extendable boom. A launch carriage is positioned on a launch guide structure of the boom and carries the aircraft during takeoff. An energy reservoir is configured to provide energy to the launch carriage during takeoff of the aircraft, and can absorb energy from the launch carriage to decelerate the launch carriage after takeoff. The apparatus can further include a transmission that smoothly and rapidly accelerates and/or decelerates the launch carriage.

Abstract translation: 描述了发射无人机和其他飞行装置或射弹的方法和装置。 在一个实施例中，飞行器可以从包括可扩展起重臂的装置发射。 发射架位于起重臂的发射导向结构上，并在起飞时承载飞机。 能量储存器构造成在飞行器起飞期间向发射台提供能量，并且可以从起飞台吸收能量，以在起飞后减速发射台。 该装置还可以包括使发射台平滑且快速地加速和/或减速的变速器。

公开(公告)号：US07059564B2

公开(公告)日：2006-06-13

申请号：US10758940

申请日：2004-01-16

Applicant: Brian D. Dennis

Inventor： Brian D. Dennis

IPC: B64F1/02

CPC classification number: B64F1/06 ,  B63B27/26 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/044 ,  B64C2201/048 ,  B64C2201/084 ,  B64C2201/102 ,  B64C2201/146 ,  B64C2201/165 ,  B64C2201/182 ,  B64C2201/201 ,  B64F1/04

Abstract: Methods and apparatuses for capturing and recovering unmanned aircraft and other flight devices or projectiles are described. In one embodiment, the aircraft can be captured by a recovery line in flight, a process that can be aided by a line capture device having a retainer with two portions spaced apart by a distance great enough to receive the recovery line, e.g., to capture the recovery line with increased security. The line capture device can be operatively mounted on a lifting surface of the aircraft.

Abstract translation: 描述了用于捕获和恢复无人驾驶飞机和其他飞行装置或射弹的方法和装置。 在一个实施例中，飞行器可以由飞行中的恢复线捕获，该过程可以由具有保持器的线捕获装置辅助，该保持器具有两个间隔开足够大的距离以接收恢复线，例如捕获 恢复线增加了安全性。 线捕获装置可以可操作地安装在飞行器的提升表面上。