公开(公告)号：US09470477B2

公开(公告)日：2016-10-18

申请号：US14281680

申请日：2014-05-19

Applicant: AeroVironment, Inc.

Inventor： Guan H Su ,  Marcos Henry Rodriguez

IPC: F41F3/00 ,  B64C39/02 ,  B64F1/06 ,  F41F3/042 ,  F41F3/052 ,  F41F3/073

CPC classification number: B64F1/04 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/08 ,  B64C2201/084 ,  B64C2201/088 ,  B64C2201/201 ,  B64F1/06 ,  F41B11/80 ,  F41F3/00 ,  F41F3/042 ,  F41F3/052 ,  F41F3/073

Abstract: An unmanned aerial launch vehicle (UAV) launch apparatus is disclosed that includes a UAV (400) having an exterior surface, an aerial vehicle (AV) tab (510) extending from the exterior surface, a tube (440) containing the UAV (400), the tube (440) including a tab stop (515) configured to controllably hinder travel of the AV tab (510) past the tab stop (515), and a pair of opposing tab guides (700, 705) configured to position the AV tab (510) for travel over the tab stop (515).

Abstract translation: 公开了一种无人驾驶飞行器（UAV）发射装置，其包括具有外表面的UAV（400），从外表面延伸的飞行器（AV）突片（510），包含无人机（400）的管（440） ），所述管（440）包括构造成可控制地阻碍所述AV突片（510）经过所述突片止动件（515）的移动的突片止动件（515），以及一对相对的突片引导件（700,705），其被配置为 AV选项卡（510），用于在制表位（515）上移动。

公开(公告)号：US20160101856A1

公开(公告)日：2016-04-14

申请号：US14746351

申请日：2015-06-22

Applicant: Nixie Labs, Inc.

Inventor： Christoph Kohstall

IPC: B64C39/02

CPC classification number: G05D1/101 ,  A44C25/00 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C39/028 ,  B64C2201/024 ,  B64C2201/027 ,  B64C2201/08 ,  B64C2201/108 ,  B64C2201/141 ,  B64C2201/20 ,  G05D1/0669 ,  G05D1/12

Abstract: Wearable unmanned aerial vehicles and associated systems and methods are disclosed. A representative unmanned aerial vehicle includes a wearable, flyable support structure, and a propulsion system carried by the support structure. The propulsion system can include a power source and a plurality of propellers. In particular embodiments, the support structure can include a wrist band.

Abstract translation: 公开了可穿戴式无人驾驶飞行器及相关系统和方法。 代表性的无人驾驶飞行器包括可佩戴的可飞行支撑结构以及由支撑结构承载的推进系统。 推进系统可以包括动力源和多个螺旋桨。 在特定实施例中，支撑结构可以包括腕带。

公开(公告)号：US20160083112A1

公开(公告)日：2016-03-24

申请号：US14610847

申请日：2015-01-30

Applicant: The Boeing Company

Inventor： Alfredo Criado ,  Grzegorz M. Kawiecki ,  Jose L. Lemus Martin ,  Eduardo G. Ferreyra ,  Sergio Pereira Mayan

IPC: B64F1/08 ,  B64C39/02

CPC classification number: B64F1/08 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/08 ,  B64F1/10

Abstract: A method and apparatus for launching unmanned air vehicles (UAVs) includes supporting the unmanned air vehicle on a surface vehicle, such as a dolly cart, for riding along a surface such as ground or water. A towline is connected to the surface vehicle and the towline is pulled to force the unmanned air vehicle in a forward direction at a speed sufficient for take-off. The towline may be pulled by a winch system. In some embodiments the UAV is positioned with a nose down angle on the surface vehicle. The nose down angle permits overspeed of the UAV and cart as it is pulled along the ground, as well as controlled take-off.

Abstract translation: 用于发射无人驾驶飞行器（UAV）的方法和装置包括将无人驾驶飞行器支撑在诸如小车的地面车辆上，以便沿地面或水等表面骑行。 拖链连接到地面车辆，并且拉动拖缆以迫使无人驾驶飞行器以足以起飞的速度向前方移动。 拖绳可以由绞车系统拉动。 在一些实施例中，无人机以表面车辆上的下倾角定位。 鼻子向下的角度允许无人机和推车在沿着地面拉动以及控制起飞时超速。

公开(公告)号：US20160054097A1

公开(公告)日：2016-02-25

申请号：US14627244

申请日：2015-02-20

Applicant: LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION

Inventor： Russell M. SYLVIA ,  Martin C. LEWIS ,  Mark E. WHALEN ,  Robert P. GORDON, JR.

IPC: F41F3/042 ,  B63G8/30 ,  F42B15/10 ,  F42B14/06 ,  F41B11/80 ,  F41B11/72 ,  B64F1/04 ,  B64C39/02

CPC classification number: F41F3/042 ,  B63G8/001 ,  B63G8/30 ,  B63G2008/004 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/08 ,  B64F1/04 ,  F41B11/72 ,  F41B11/80 ,  F41F3/07 ,  F42B14/06 ,  F42B15/105

Abstract: A payload launch system is described that provides one launch solution suitable for multiple applications. A payload, such as a UAV, is launched from a sealed launch tube using compressed gas or other energy source. The launch tube can be used to transport and protect the payload from harsh environments for extended periods prior to launch.

Abstract translation: 描述了有效载荷发射系统，其提供适用于多个应用的​​一个发射解决方案。 有效载荷，如无人机，使用压缩气体或其他能源从密封发射管发射。 发射管可用于在发射前长时间运输和保护有效负载免受恶劣环境的影响。

公开(公告)号：US09187184B2

公开(公告)日：2015-11-17

申请号：US13234044

申请日：2011-09-15

Applicant: Carlos Thomas Miralles ,  Guan H. Su ,  Oleksandr Andryukov ,  John McNeil

Inventor： Carlos Thomas Miralles ,  Guan H. Su ,  Oleksandr Andryukov ,  John McNeil

IPC: B64F1/06 ,  B64C39/02 ,  F41A21/02 ,  F41F3/042 ,  F42B39/14

CPC classification number: B64F1/04 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/08 ,  B64C2201/102 ,  B64C2201/146 ,  B64C2201/201 ,  B64F1/06 ,  F41A21/02 ,  F41F1/00 ,  F41F3/042 ,  F42B39/14

Abstract: An unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) launch tube that comprises a tethered sabot configured to engage a UAV within a launcher volume defined by an inner wall, the tethered sabot dimensioned to provide a pressure seal at the inner wall and tethered to the inner wall, and wherein the tethered sabot is hollow having an open end oriented toward a high pressure volume and a tether attached within a hollow of the sabot and attached to the inner wall retaining the high pressure volume or attach to the inner base wall. A system comprising a communication node and a launcher comprising an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) in a pre-launch state configured to receive and respond to command inputs from the communication node.

Abstract translation: 一种无人驾驶飞行器（UAV）发射管，其包括被配置为将UAV接合在由内壁限定的发射器体积内的拴系的艉板，所述拴系的突出部的尺寸被设计成在内壁处提供压力密封并且系在内壁上，以及 其中所述系留式破碎器是中空的，其具有朝向高压容积的开口端，并且连接在所述破坏物的中空部内并且附接到保持高压容积的内壁或附接到内底壁的内壁的系绳。 一种包括通信节点和发射器的系统，其包括处于预发射状态的无人驾驶飞行器（UAV），其被配置为接收并响应来自所述通信节点的命令输入。

公开(公告)号：US20150183522A1

公开(公告)日：2015-07-02

申请号：US14231003

申请日：2014-03-31

Applicant: The Boeing Company

Inventor： Rich P. Ouellette

IPC: B64D41/00 ,  B64D27/24

CPC classification number: B64D41/00 ,  B64C2201/06 ,  B64C2201/08 ,  B64D27/24 ,  B64D2027/026 ,  B64F1/04 ,  B64F3/02 ,  Y10S903/902

Abstract: Short takeoff and landing aircraft are disclosed. An example fixed wing aircraft includes a primary powertrain to provide power to a propulsion unit, a secondary powertrain to provide power to the propulsion unit, and a detachable power coupling to transfer power to the secondary powertrain from a source external to the fixed wing aircraft during takeoff.

Abstract translation: 公开了起飞和着陆飞机。 示例性固定翼飞机包括用于向推进单元提供动力的主动力系，用于向推进单元提供动力的次级动力系，以及可拆卸动力联接，以从固定翼飞机外部的源将动力传递到次级动力系 脱掉。

公开(公告)号：US20140252162A1

公开(公告)日：2014-09-11

申请号：US14197389

申请日：2014-03-05

Applicant: IGOR TELLER ,  PAVEL SOIFER

Inventor： IGOR TELLER

IPC: B64F1/10

CPC classification number: B64F1/10 ,  B64C2201/08 ,  B64C2201/205 ,  B64C2201/208

Abstract: A system for launching an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) from a moving platform, the system comprising: a platform configured to carry the UAV; one or more sensors configured to measure forces acting between said platform and said UAV in one or more directions; a mooring mechanism configured to moor said UAV to said platform; and a controller configured to: transmit at least one trimming command to said UAV based on measurements of said one or more sensors, and cause said mooring mechanism to release said UAV from said platform following the transmitting of the at least one trimming command, when the measurements of said one or more sensors indicate that a lift force is sufficiently close to a weight of the UAV.

Abstract translation: 一种用于从移动平台发射无人机（UAV）的系统，该系统包括：被配置为承载无人机的平台; 一个或多个传感器被配置为在一个或多个方向上测量在所述平台和所述UAV之间作用的力; 系泊机构，其构造成将所述无人机停泊在所述平台上; 以及控制器，其被配置为：基于所述一个或多个传感器的测量将至少一个修整命令发送到所述UAV，并且在所述至少一个修整命令的发送之后使所述系泊机构从所述平台释放所述UAV， 所述一个或多个传感器的测量指示提升力足够接近无人机的重量。

公开(公告)号：US20140117153A1

公开(公告)日：2014-05-01

申请号：US13662269

申请日：2012-10-26

Applicant: The Boeing Company

Inventor： James J. Childress ,  Daniel J. Perron

IPC: B64F1/04

CPC classification number: B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/08 ,  B64C2201/208 ,  B64F1/04

Abstract: Systems and methods to launch an aircraft are disclosed. In one embodiment, a system to launch an aircraft comprises a launch arm comprising at least one load cell, an aircraft coupled to the launch arm, and a release mechanism in communication with the at least one load cell, wherein the release mechanism releases the aircraft when the at least one load cell indicates that a load on the launch arm is below a predetermined threshold. Other embodiments may be described.

Abstract translation: 公开了发射飞机的系统和方法。 在一个实施例中，发射飞行器的系统包括发射臂，其包括至少一个称重传感器，耦合到发射臂的飞行器以及与所述至少一个称重传感器通信的释放机构，其中所述释放机构释放飞行器 当所述至少一个称重传感器指示所述发射臂上的负载低于预定阈值时。 可以描述其他实施例。

公开(公告)号：US20060249622A1

公开(公告)日：2006-11-09

申请号：US10908255

申请日：2005-05-04

Applicant: Daniel Steele

Inventor： Daniel Steele

IPC: B64F1/12

CPC classification number: B64F1/04 ,  B64C2201/08 ,  B64C2201/182 ,  B64C2201/201 ,  B64F1/02

Abstract: An embodiment of the invention is directed to a system for controlling and managing a small unmanned air vehicle (UAV) between capture and launch of the UAV. The system includes an enclosure that provides environmental protection and isolation for multiple small UAVs in assembled and/or partially disassembled states. Control and management of the UAVs includes reorientation of a captured UAV from a landing platform and secure hand-off to the enclosure, decontamination, de-fueling, ingress to the enclosure, downloading of mission payload, UAV disassembly, stowage, retrieval and reassembly of the UAV, mission uploading, egress of the UAV from the enclosure, fueling, engine testing and launch readiness. An exemplary system includes two or more robots controlled by a multiple robot controller for autonomously carrying out the functions described above. A modular, compact, portable and autonomous system of UAV control and management is described.

Abstract translation: 本发明的实施例涉及一种用于在捕获和发射UAV之间控制和管理小型无人驾驶飞行器（UAV）的系统。 该系统包括为组装和/或部分拆卸状态下的多台小型无人机提供环境保护和隔离的外壳。 无人机的控制和管理包括从着陆平台重新定位捕获的无人机，并确保切换到机柜，去污，去加油，进入机柜，下载任务有效载荷，无人机拆卸，装载，检索和重新组装 无人机，任务上载，无人机从外壳出来，加油，发动机测试和发射准备。 示例性系统包括由多机器人控制器控制的两个或更多个机器人，用于自主地执行上述功能。 描述了UAV控制和管理的模块化，紧凑型，便携式和自主的系统。