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11.发明申请公开(公告)号：US20190106187A1
公开(公告)日：2019-04-11
申请号：US16213941
申请日：2018-12-07
Applicant: Liquid Robotics, Inc.
Inventor： Roger G. Hine , Derek L. Hine
CPC classification number: B63H19/02 , B63B2754/00 , B63H1/32 , B63J3/02 , B63J99/00 , B63J2003/003 , B63J2099/008 , F03B13/10 , F03B13/16 , F03B13/1815 , F03B13/20 , F05B2240/931 , Y02E10/38 , Y02T70/59
Abstract: This disclosure provides improved nautical craft that can travel and navigate on their own. A hybrid vessel is described that converts wave motion to locomotive thrust by mechanical means, and also converts wave motion to electrical power for storage in a battery. The electrical power can then be tapped to provide locomotive power during periods where wave motion is inadequate and during deployment. The electrical power can also be tapped to even out the undulating thrust that is created when locomotion of the vessel is powered by wave motion alone.
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公开(公告)号：US10005535B2
公开(公告)日：2018-06-26
申请号：US14774659
申请日：2014-03-17
Applicant: Liquid Robotics, Inc.
Inventor： John M. Brennan , Casper G. Otten , David B. Walker , Timothy James Ong , Daniel Peter Moroni
Abstract: An adaptable modular power system (AMPS) is hierarchical in a number of ways. AMPS modules connect to a backplane, and one or multiple AMPS backplanes can form an AMPS domain. At the same time, the vehicle electronics is modular, with various payload boxes needing to communicate with each other. A common power and signaling cable is provided to interconnect payload boxes. A dedicated connector system is also provided so that AMPS modules may communicate, control, receive data, and supply and receive power.
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公开(公告)号：US20170225758A1
公开(公告)日：2017-08-10
申请号：US15482691
申请日：2017-04-07
Applicant: Liquid Robotics, Inc.
Inventor： Roger G. Hine , Derek L. Hine , Joseph D. Rizzi , Kurt A. F. Kiesow, III , Robert Burcham , William A. Stutz
CPC classification number: B63H19/02 , B63B35/00 , B63B2035/006 , B63B2035/008 , B63B2213/02 , B63H1/36 , B63H25/02 , B63H25/04 , B63H2025/028 , B63H2025/045 , Y02E10/38 , Y02T70/59
Abstract: A wave-powered water vehicle includes a surface float, a submerged swimmer, and a tether which connects the float and the swimmer, so that the swimmer moves up and down as a result of wave motion. The swimmer includes one or more fins which interact with the water as the swimmer moves up and down, and generate forces which propel the vehicle forward. The vehicle, which need not be manned, can carry communication and control equipment so that it can follow a course directed by signals sent to it, and so that it can record or transmit data from sensors on the vehicle.
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14.发明授权公开(公告)号：US08944866B2
公开(公告)日：2015-02-03
申请号：US13621803
申请日：2012-09-17
Applicant: Liquid Robotics Inc.
Inventor： Roger G. Hine
Abstract: An Endurance Extension Module (EXM) for powering an Unmanned Underwater Vehicle. The EXM converts wave motion to locomotive thrust, towing the UUV from point to point or keeping it in place against an opposing current. The EXM may also supply the UUV with electricity for driving an electric motor or powering on-board electronics. The EXM can be refracted onto the UUV when not in use to minimize drag, or it can release the UUV as prologue to a subsequent rendezvous. The EXM-UUV combinations of this invention allow extended autonomous missions over wider territory for purposes such as surveying, monitoring conditions, or delivering cargo.
Abstract translation: 用于为无人水下车辆供电的耐力扩展模块（EXM）。 EXM将波动转换为机车推力，将UUV从点到点拖曳，或将其保持在相反的电流上。 EXM还可以为UUV供电以驱动电动机或为车载电子设备供电。 当不使用EXM可以折射到UUV上以最小化阻力，或者可以将UUV作为序言释放到随后的会合点。 本发明的EXM-UUV组合允许在更广泛的领域进行扩展的自主任务，例如测量，监测条件或运送货物。
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公开(公告)号：US20140263851A1
公开(公告)日：2014-09-18
申请号：US13831058
申请日：2013-03-14
Applicant: Liquid Robotics, Inc.
Inventor： Roger G. Hine , Derek L. Hine
CPC classification number: B63B35/50 , B63B35/00 , B63H19/02 , B64C19/00 , B64C39/024 , B64C2201/021 , B64C2201/08 , B64C2201/084 , B64C2201/102 , B64C2201/141 , B64C2201/201 , B64C2201/205 , B64F1/04 , B64F1/221 , Y02T70/59
Abstract: Equipment and methods which combine the use of wave powered vehicles and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs or drones). A UAV can be launched from a wave-powered vehicle, observe another vessel and report the results of its observation to the wave-powered vehicle and the waves-powered vehicle can report the results of the observation to a remote location. The UAV can land on water and can then be recovered by the wave-powered vehicle.
Abstract translation: 结合使用波动车辆和无人机（无人机或无人机）的设备和方法。 无人机可以从波浪式车辆发射，观察另一艘船，并将其观测结果报告给波动车辆，波浪式车辆可以将观测结果报告给远程位置。 无人机可以登陆水面，然后可以由波浪式车辆回收。
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公开(公告)号：US20140038477A1
公开(公告)日：2014-02-06
申请号：US13753377
申请日：2013-01-29
Applicant: Liquid Robotics, Inc.
Inventor： Roger G. Hine , Derek L. Hine , Joseph D. Rizzi , Kurt A. F. Kiesow, III , Robert Burcham , William A. Stutz
IPC: B63H1/36
CPC classification number: B63H19/02 , B63B2035/006 , B63H1/36 , B63H25/04 , B63H2025/028 , B63H2025/045 , Y02E10/38 , Y02T70/59
Abstract: A wave-powered water vehicle includes a surface float, a submerged swimmer, and a tether which connects the float and the swimmer, so that the swimmer moves up and down as a result of wave motion. The swimmer includes one or more fins which interact with the water as the swimmer moves up and down, and generate forces which propel the vehicle forward. The vehicle, which need not be manned, can carry communication and control equipment so that it can follow a course directed by signals sent to it, and so that it can record or transmit data from sensors on the vehicle.
Abstract translation: 波浪水车辆包括表面浮子，潜水游泳者和连接浮子和游泳者的系绳，使得游泳者由于波浪运动而上下移动。 游泳者包括一个或多个鳍，当游泳者上下移动时，它们与水相互作用，并产生推动车辆前进的力。 无需载人的车辆可以携带通信和控制设备，使其可以遵循发送给它的信号所指导的路线，并且可以记录或传输车辆上传感器的数据。
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公开(公告)号：US20230331299A1
公开(公告)日：2023-10-19
申请号：US18340729
申请日：2023-06-23
Inventor： Christopher David Cencula
CPC classification number: B62D15/024 , B60W60/0025 , B60W60/0011 , G01C21/3605 , B62D15/025
Abstract: Navigation of a solar vehicle is provided by obtaining a target geographic destination for the vehicle having one or more photovoltaic solar arrays; obtaining configuration data defining a target solar vector relative to a reference frame of the vehicle; identifying a current geographic positioning of the vehicle via a geo-positioning system of the vehicle, including a current geographic location and a current geographic orientation of the vehicle; identifying a current solar vector relative to the reference frame of the vehicle; and during at least a portion of a solar day, outputting a steering command for the vehicle for an indirect path from the current geographic location toward the target geographic destination that is based, at least in part, on a comparison of the current solar vector to the target solar vector. The steering command can be presented to a human operator or programmatically implemented by an autonomous or semi-autonomous vehicle.
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公开(公告)号：US11742502B2
公开(公告)日：2023-08-29
申请号：US17240544
申请日：2021-04-26
Applicant: The Boeing Company , Liquid Robotics, Inc.
Inventor： Michael A. Carralero , Jeffrey Scott Willcox
IPC: H01M8/04007 , B63H21/00 , B63H21/38 , H01M8/04082 , H01M8/04492 , H01M8/0432 , H01M8/04029 , H01M8/04992 , H01M8/04119 , H01M8/04537 , H01M8/04014 , H01M8/065 , H01M8/04223 , H01M8/04291 , H01M8/04225 , B63B35/00
CPC classification number: H01M8/04216 , B63H21/00 , B63H21/38 , H01M8/04007 , H01M8/04014 , H01M8/04029 , H01M8/04067 , H01M8/04074 , H01M8/04156 , H01M8/04164 , H01M8/04179 , H01M8/04201 , H01M8/04225 , H01M8/04231 , H01M8/04268 , H01M8/04291 , H01M8/04358 , H01M8/04373 , H01M8/04522 , H01M8/04626 , H01M8/04992 , H01M8/065 , B63B2035/006 , B63H2021/003 , H01M2250/20
Abstract: A power system for an unmanned surface vehicle includes a fuel cell including a fuel cell stack, where the fuel cell stack includes a fuel inlet. The power system also includes a fuel storage including at least one fuel-storage module fluidly connected to the fuel inlet of the fuel cell stack. The fuel-storage module is a source of energy for the fuel cell. The power system also includes a fuel and thermal management system fluidly connected to the fuel inlet of the fuel cell stack. The fuel and thermal management system includes a heat exchanger in thermal communication with the fuel cell stack for removing waste heat produced by the fuel cell stack during operation. The fuel and thermal management system also includes a flow valve, a pressure regulator, and a conduit.
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公开(公告)号：US11731698B2
公开(公告)日：2023-08-22
申请号：US16849844
申请日：2020-04-15
Applicant: Liquid Robotics, Inc.
Inventor： Christopher David Cencula
CPC classification number: B62D15/024 , B60W60/0011 , B60W60/0025 , B62D15/025 , G01C21/3605
Abstract: Navigation of a solar vehicle is provided by obtaining a target geographic destination for the vehicle having one or more photovoltaic solar arrays; obtaining configuration data defining a target solar vector relative to a reference frame of the vehicle; identifying a current geographic positioning of the vehicle via a geo-positioning system of the vehicle, including a current geographic location and a current geographic orientation of the vehicle; identifying a current solar vector relative to the reference frame of the vehicle; and during at least a portion of a solar day, outputting a steering command for the vehicle for an indirect path from the current geographic location toward the target geographic destination that is based, at least in part, on a comparison of the current solar vector to the target solar vector. The steering command can be presented to a human operator or programmatically implemented by an autonomous or semi-autonomous vehicle.
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公开(公告)号：US11685494B2
公开(公告)日：2023-06-27
申请号：US17322542
申请日：2021-05-17
Applicant: Liquid Robotics, Inc.
Inventor： Roger G. Hine , Derek L. Hine , Kurt A. F. Kiesow, III , William A. Stutz , Graham Hine
CPC classification number: B63H19/02 , B63B21/66 , F03B13/14 , B63B2035/4466 , Y02E10/30 , Y02T70/5236
Abstract: A float (1) suitable for use as a buoy or as a component for a wave-powered vehicle. The float (1) includes an upper member (12) whose height can be changed and/or which remained substantially vertical even when the float is in wave-bearing water. A low drag cable (2) suitable for use as a tether in a wave-powered vehicle has a streamlined cross-section and includes a tensile member (21) near the front of the cross-section, at least one non-load-bearing member (22) behind the tensile member, and a polymeric jacket (23). Wave-powered vehicles having a float (1), a submerged swimmer (3) and a tether (2) connecting the float and the swimmer, include a means for determining whether the tether is twisted; or a means (91) for untwisting the tether; or a pressure-sensitive connection (71, 72, 73) which can disconnect the tether when the vehicle is dragged downwards by entanglement with a whale; or a 2-axis universal joint securing the tether to the float or to the swimmer; or elastic elements which absorb snap loads created by the tether; or two or more of these.
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