公开(公告)号：US20160272313A1

公开(公告)日：2016-09-22

申请号：US15028765

申请日：2013-12-24

Applicant: SINGAPORE TECHNOLOGIES AEROSPACE LTD

Inventor： Keen Ian Chan

IPC: B64C29/02 ,  B64C27/10 ,  B64F5/00 ,  B64C39/02 ,  B64C27/08

CPC classification number: B64C29/02 ,  A63H27/12 ,  B64C11/48 ,  B64C27/08 ,  B64C27/10 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/021 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/088 ,  B64C2201/104 ,  B64C2201/108 ,  B64C2201/122 ,  B64C2201/141

Abstract: An unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) capable of vertical and horizontal flight modes, a method of assembling a UAV, and a kit of parts for assembling a UAV. The UAV comprises an elongated wing structure having an elongated axis along the longest dimension of the elongated wing structure, the elongated wing structure having a middle location at a substantially halfway point; a connecting structure extending substantially perpendicularly from the elongated wing structure, the connecting structure being offset from the middle location of the elongated wing structure at a first position along the elongated axis; and at least three sets of propellers, wherein at least two sets of propellers are mounted on the connecting structure, and wherein at least one set of propellers is mounted at a second position offset from the middle location in an opposite direction away from the connecting structure.

Abstract translation: 能够进行垂直和水平飞行模式的无人驾驶飞行器（UAV），组装无人机的方法以及组装无人机的零件套件。 无人机包括细长的机翼结构，其具有沿着细长机翼结构的最长尺寸的细长轴线，细长机翼结构在大致中途点处具有中间位置; 连接结构从细长机翼结构基本上垂直延伸，连接结构在细长轴的第一位置处从细长机翼结构的中间位置偏移; 和至少三组螺旋桨，其中至少两组螺旋桨安装在连接结构上，并且其中至少一组螺旋桨安装在远离连接结构的相反方向偏离中间位置的第二位置 。

公开(公告)号：US20160214717A1

公开(公告)日：2016-07-28

申请号：US15025245

申请日：2013-11-08

Applicant: SHELTON GAMINI DE SILVA

Inventor： Shelton Gamini De Silva

IPC: B64D5/00 ,  G05D1/10 ,  G05D1/00 ,  B64C39/02 ,  B64D47/08

CPC classification number: B64D5/00 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/021 ,  B64C2201/024 ,  B64C2201/082 ,  B64C2201/122 ,  B64C2201/126 ,  B64C2201/143 ,  B64C2201/145 ,  B64C2201/206 ,  B64D47/08 ,  G05D1/0011 ,  G05D1/104 ,  H04L67/12

Abstract: This invention relates to an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle hereinafter called “Mother UAV” member (11) capable of carrying modules of Sub Unmanned Aerial Vehicle members (12) hereinafter called “Sub UAV” member. More particularly, the method and system that is capable of communicating via satellite and remote control technology wherein ejecting said Sub UAV members (12) from the Mother UAV member (11) wherein Sub UAV members (12) autonomously fly in sequence in a coordinated manner with the Mother UAV member (11), and capable of engaging in multiple missions in high, medium, low altitude, and surface, also communication with under sea submarines (27). Further, comprises of a method and system that the Sub UAV members (12) are able to return back to the Mother UAV member (11) after the mission is completed and be firmly secured to the flatbed (14) of the Mother UAV member (11). The present invention is specifically designed for multifunctional and multipurpose applications where humans and other vehicles are unable to access, for civil, commercial and military purposes.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及以下称为“无人机UAV”的无人飞行器，其能够携带以下称为“副无人机”的副无人飞行器部件（12）的模块。 更具体地，能够通过卫星和遥控技术进行通信的方法和系统，其中从UA无人机组成员（11）弹出所述副无人机部件（12），其中副无人机部件（12）以协调的方式自主地飞行 与无人机无人机（11）成员（11），能够从事高，中，低空和地面的多个任务，并与海底潜艇（27）进行通信。 此外，还包括一个方法和系统，子任务机构（12）能够在任务完成之后返回到无人机（UA）成员（11），并牢固地固定在无人机（UAV）成员的平板（14）上 11）。 本发明专为多功能和多用途应用而设计，人类和其他车辆无法进入民用，商业和军事目的。

公开(公告)号：US20160134358A1

公开(公告)日：2016-05-12

申请号：US14626698

申请日：2015-02-19

Applicant: Ubiqomm LLC

Inventor： Ahmad Jalali ,  Leonard Schiff

IPC: H04B7/185

CPC classification number: H04B7/18504 ,  B64C2201/122 ,  B64C2201/143 ,  H04B7/0413 ,  H04B7/2041

Abstract: Systems and methods configured to form and point beams from one or more unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) toward a target coverage area on the ground. One embodiment describes dividing the target coverage area on the ground among multiple UAVs when each UAV antenna system generates static beams. Another embodiment describes dividing the target coverage area on the ground among multiple UAVs when their antenna systems are capable of dynamically steering their respective beams. Another set of embodiments describe systems and method to allow multiple UAVs to provide service in the same area on the ground using the same spectrum.

Abstract translation: 系统和方法被配置成形成并将来自一个或多个无人机（UAV）的波束指向地面上的目标覆盖区域。 一个实施例描述了当每个UAV天线系统产生静态波束时，在多个UAV之间划分地面上的目标覆盖区域。 另一实施例描述了当它们的天线系统能够动态地转向它们各自的波束时，在多个UAV之间划分地面上的目标覆盖区域。 另一组实施例描述了允许多个无人机使用相同频谱在地面上的相同区域中提供服务的系统和方法。

公开(公告)号：US09321529B1

公开(公告)日：2016-04-26

申请号：US14246611

申请日：2014-04-07

Applicant: The United States of America, as represented by the Secretary of the Navy

Inventor： Kevin D. Jones ,  Vladimir N. Dobrokhodov

IPC: B64G1/00 ,  B64C39/02 ,  B64C27/08

CPC classification number: B64C39/02 ,  B63B22/00 ,  B64C27/08 ,  B64C37/00 ,  B64C39/022 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/027 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/066 ,  B64C2201/088 ,  B64C2201/108 ,  B64C2201/122 ,  B64C2201/143 ,  B64C2201/18

Abstract: A hybrid buoy system capable of aerial operation, that in some embodiments includes a wireless communication technology to allow communication with other buoys and/or an external system. In some embodiments, a swarm of buoys may be capable of surface and/or air operation. These buoys may work together to perform collective tasks that individual buoys are not capable of. Buoy swarms may be programmed for cooperative and swarm behaviors for use in a broad spectrum of missions. At least some of the buoys may be configured for specialized sensing, increasing the collective sensing capabilities of the swarm. A mixed, swappable sensor suite may be used to accommodate an array of marine exploration applications, including both military and civilian applications.

Abstract translation: 一种能够进行空中操作的混合式浮标系统，在一些实施例中包括允许与其它浮标和/或外部系统通信的无线通信技术。 在一些实施例中，一群浮标可能能够进行表面和/或空气操作。 这些浮标可以协同工作，执行个体浮标不能执行的集体任务。 浮标群可以被编程为用于广泛任务的合作和群体行为。 至少一些浮标可以被配置用于专门的感测，增加了群体的集体感测能力。 可以使用混合的，可交换的传感器套件来容纳一系列海洋勘探应用，包括军事和民用应用。

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：US20150379874A1

公开(公告)日：2015-12-31

申请号：US14282345

申请日：2014-05-20

Applicant: Verizon Patent and Licensing Inc.

Inventor： Gurpreet UBHI ,  Ashok N. SRIVASTAVA ,  Douglas M. PASKO ,  Hani BATLA ,  Igor KANTOR

IPC: G08G5/00 ,  G01C21/20 ,  B64C39/02

CPC classification number: G08G5/0069 ,  B60L8/003 ,  B60L11/1805 ,  B60L11/1861 ,  B60L2200/10 ,  B60L2200/40 ,  B60L2240/12 ,  B60L2240/26 ,  B60L2240/622 ,  B60L2240/66 ,  B60L2240/662 ,  B60L2240/70 ,  B60L2250/12 ,  B60L2250/16 ,  B60L2260/32 ,  B60L2260/42 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/122 ,  B64C2201/128 ,  B64C2201/14 ,  G01C21/20 ,  G01S5/0027 ,  G01S2205/005 ,  G05D1/101 ,  G06Q10/06 ,  G06Q50/30 ,  G08G5/0013 ,  G08G5/0034 ,  G08G5/0039 ,  G08G5/0043 ,  G08G5/0056 ,  G08G5/006 ,  G08G5/0086 ,  G08G5/0091 ,  H04B7/18506 ,  Y02T10/7005 ,  Y02T10/7044 ,  Y02T10/705 ,  Y02T10/7083 ,  Y02T10/7291 ,  Y02T90/16 ,  Y02T90/162

Abstract: A device receives a request for a flight path from a first location to a second location in a region, and calculates the flight path based on the request and based on one or more of weather information, air traffic information, obstacle information, regulatory information, or historical information associated with the region. The device determines required capabilities for the flight path based on the request, and selects, from multiple UAVs, a particular UAV based on the required capabilities for the flight path and based on a ranking of the multiple UAVs. The device generates flight path instructions for the flight path, and provides the flight path instructions to the particular UAV to permit the particular UAV to travel from the first location to the second location via the flight path.

Abstract translation: 设备接收从区域中的第一位置到第二位置的飞行路径的请求，并且基于该请求并且基于天气信息，空中交通信息，障碍物信息，管理信息， 或与该地区相关的历史信息。 该设备基于该请求确定飞行路径的所需能力，并且基于飞行路径的所需能力并且基于多个UAV的排名从多个UAV中选择特定UAV。 该设备生成飞行路径的飞行路径指令，并且向特定UAV提供飞行路线指令，以允许特定UAV经由飞行路径从第一位置行进到第二位置。

公开(公告)号：US20150304869A1

公开(公告)日：2015-10-22

申请号：US14689979

申请日：2015-04-17

Applicant: PC-TEL, Inc.

Inventor： Brandon Johnson ,  James Zik ,  Atsushi Satoh ,  Buchanan Blake ,  Martin H. Singer

IPC: H04W24/08 ,  G05D1/00 ,  G01S19/14

CPC classification number: G05D1/0022 ,  B64C2201/12 ,  B64C2201/121 ,  B64C2201/122 ,  B64C2201/148 ,  G01C21/20 ,  G01S19/14 ,  G05D1/0011 ,  G05D1/102 ,  G08G5/003 ,  H04W24/08

Abstract: A system, apparatus, and method for the measurement, collection, and analysis of radio signals are provided. A transport host device, including an unmanned aerial vehicle, can transport a scanning device into desired locations for autonomously collecting radio data for a wireless network, thereby enabling the rapid interrogation and optimization the wireless network, including in locations and spatial areas where previously known systems and methods have been impractical or impossible.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种用于测量，收集和分析无线电信号的系统，装置和方法。 包括无人驾驶飞行器的传输主机装置可以将扫描设备运送到所需的位置，以便自动地收集无线网络的无线电数据，从而使无线网络能够快速询问和优化无线网络，包括在先前已知的系统 和方法是不切实际或不可能的。

公开(公告)号：US20150266577A1

公开(公告)日：2015-09-24

申请号：US14620438

申请日：2015-02-12

Applicant: Azure Sky Group LLC

Inventor： Adam Jones ,  Jason Van Valin ,  Paul K. Komla ,  Andrew Luther

IPC: B64C39/02 ,  G06Q30/02 ,  G05D1/00

CPC classification number: B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/027 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/122 ,  B64C2201/141 ,  G05D1/0088 ,  G05D1/102 ,  G06Q30/0261 ,  G06Q30/0267 ,  H04B7/18504

Abstract: Various exemplary embodiments relate to a drone. The drone may include: a navigation unit configured to determine the location of the drone and navigate the drone to designated locations; a radio frequency identification (RFID) reader configured to read RFID tag information from RFID tags; and a wireless network transceiver configured to periodically transmit the location of the drone and RFID tag information to an inventory management system. Various exemplary embodiments relate to a method performed by a drone. The method may include: receiving navigation path information; navigating the drone along the navigation path based on satellite location signals; determining current position information based on the satellite location signals; reading RFID tag information from a first RFID tag; and transmitting the RFID tag information and the current position information via a wireless client to a central computing system.

Abstract translation: 各种示例性实施例涉及无人机。 无人机可以包括：导航单元，其被配置为确定无人机的位置并将无人机导航到指定位置; 射频识别（RFID）读取器，被配置为从RFID标签读取RFID标签信息; 以及无线网络收发机，被配置为周期性地将无人机和RFID标签信息的位置发送到库存管理系统。 各种示例性实施例涉及由无人机执行的方法。 该方法可以包括：接收导航路径信息; 根据卫星位置信号沿导航路线导航无人机; 基于卫星定位信号确定当前位置信息; 从第一RFID标签读取RFID标签信息; 以及经由无线客户端将RFID标签信息和当前位置信息发送到中央计算系统。

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：US20150237569A1

公开(公告)日：2015-08-20

申请号：US14609207

申请日：2015-01-29

Applicant: Ahmad Jalali

Inventor： Ahmad Jalali

IPC: H04W48/16 ,  B64C39/02

CPC classification number: H04B7/18504 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/122 ,  H04B7/1555 ,  H04B7/18506 ,  H04B7/18528 ,  H04B7/18539 ,  H04B7/18541 ,  H04B7/18543 ,  H04B7/18554 ,  H04B7/18578 ,  H04W24/02 ,  H04W36/0005 ,  H04W36/0016 ,  H04W36/0083 ,  H04W36/12 ,  H04W36/30 ,  H04W36/36 ,  H04W48/16 ,  H04W84/005 ,  H04W84/06 ,  H04W88/16 ,  Y02D70/00 ,  Y02D70/1242 ,  Y02D70/1262 ,  Y02D70/142 ,  Y02D70/164 ,  Y02D70/446

Abstract: A communication system is described. The system includes: at least one gateway able to provide broadband connectivity, a set of ground terminals, and a set of aerial platforms, where at least one aerial platform is able to communicate with at least one gateway using radio frequencies, each aerial platform is able to communicate with ground terminals using radio frequencies, and each aerial platform is able to communicate with each other aerial platform using radio frequencies. An automated method for determining a beam direction for communication among UAVs includes: dividing a space around the UAV into multiple sub-regions, and, iteratively: selecting a sub-region from among the multiple sub-regions; pointing a signal toward the sub-region; and determining whether a signal is received from another UAV, until all sub-regions from among the multiple sub-regions have been selected.

Abstract translation: 描述通信系统。 该系统包括：能够提供宽带连接的至少一个网关，一组接地终端和一组高空作业平台，其中至少一个空中平台能够使用无线电频率与至少一个网关通信，每个空中平台是 能够使用无线电频率与地面终端通信，并且每个空中平台能够使用无线电频率与彼此的空中平台通信。 用于确定UAV之间的通信的波束方向的自动化方法包括：将UAV周围的空间划分成多个子区域，并且迭代地：从多个子区域中选择子区域; 指向子区域的信号; 以及确定是否从另一UAV接收到信号，直到所述多个子区域中的所有子区域被选择为止。