公开(公告)号：US20160304214A1

公开(公告)日：2016-10-20

申请号：US14691409

申请日：2015-04-20

Applicant: HAMILTON SUNDSTRAND CORPORATION

Inventor： Richard A. Himmelmann ,  Charles E. Bosomworth, III

IPC: B64D41/00 ,  B64D27/10 ,  B64D31/06 ,  B64D27/24

CPC classification number: B64D41/00 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/048 ,  B64D27/02 ,  B64D2027/026 ,  F02C6/206 ,  Y02T50/44 ,  Y02T50/64 ,  Y10S903/903

Abstract: A hybrid-electric propulsion system includes a motor drive and a rechargeable energy storage system electrically connected to the motor drive. A gas turbine engine is operatively connected to the motor drive and the rechargeable energy storage system. An emergency power source is operatively connected to the motor drive. The emergency power source is a primary battery in electrical communication with the motor drive. A method for providing emergency power to a hybrid electric propulsion system includes determining whether one of a main engine power source and a rechargeable energy storage system are available for powering a motor drive. The method includes initiating a primary battery for powering the motor drive if the main engine power source and the rechargeable energy storage system are unavailable.

Abstract translation: 混合电力推进系统包括电动机驱动器和电连接到电动机驱动器的可再充电能量存储系统。 燃气涡轮发动机可操作地连接到电动机驱动器和可再充电能量存储系统。 应急电源可操作地连接到电动机驱动器。 应急电源是与电机驱动器电气通信的一次电池。 一种用于向混合动力推进系统提供应急电力的方法包括确定主机电源和可再充电能量存储系统中的一个是否可用于为电动机驱动器供电。 如果主机电源和可再充电能量存储系统不可用，该方法包括启动用于给马达驱动器供电的一次电池。

公开(公告)号：US20150001339A1

公开(公告)日：2015-01-01

申请号：US14133155

申请日：2013-12-18

Applicant: Rolls-Royce Corporation ,  Rolls-Royce North American Technologies, Inc.

Inventor： Steven Gagne ,  William L. Siegel ,  Jerry L. Wouters ,  Thomas Dannenhoffer

IPC: B64D41/00 ,  B64D27/24 ,  B64D27/10

CPC classification number: B64D41/00 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/048 ,  B64C2201/165 ,  B64D13/06 ,  B64D27/02 ,  B64D27/10 ,  B64D27/24 ,  B64D35/00 ,  B64D2013/0674 ,  B64D2027/026 ,  F02C7/32 ,  F25B27/00 ,  F25B2327/00 ,  Y02T50/44 ,  Y02T50/62

Abstract: An aircraft is provided with a gas turbine engine having a plurality of shafts. A first shaft provides power to an electrical generator and a propeller, while a second shaft provides power to a refrigeration system. The refrigeration system may be integrated to the propeller, like a ducted fan, or on the outer skin of the aircraft.

Abstract translation: 飞机设置有具有多个轴的燃气涡轮发动机。 第一轴为发电机和螺旋桨提供动力，而第二轴为制冷系统提供动力。 制冷系统可以集成到螺旋桨，如风扇，或飞机外皮上。

公开(公告)号：US20140312164A1

公开(公告)日：2014-10-23

申请号：US13745322

申请日：2013-01-18

Applicant: JOSHUA M. GIBSON ,  SAGAR JASU PANARA

Inventor： JOSHUA M. GIBSON ,  SAGAR JASU PANARA

IPC: B64C39/02 ,  B64C27/00 ,  B64D47/08

CPC classification number: B64D47/08 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/027 ,  B64C2201/048 ,  B64C2201/108 ,  B64C2201/127 ,  B64C2201/162 ,  B64C2201/203

Abstract: A portable unmanned aerial vehicle or aircraft, capable of being easily carried by a single individual by means of a mounting device, which can be fastened on a belt or strap. The aerial vehicle comprises a wing attached at one end to a fan or turbine assembly. The fan or turbine assembly may be electrically driven, with power supplied by one or more batteries. In flight, the fan or turbine assembly causes the aerial vehicle to rotate around its center-of-mass (COM), with lift provided by the wing as it rotates. A camera is located on the aircraft at or near the COM.

Abstract translation: 便携式无人驾驶飞行器或飞机，能够通过安装装置容易地由单个个体携带，该固定装置可紧固在皮带或皮带上。 该飞行器包括在一端附接到风扇或涡轮机组件的翼。 风扇或涡轮组件可以被电驱动，由一个或多个电池供电。 在飞行中，风扇或涡轮机组件使飞行器绕其质心（COM）旋转，随着机翼旋转时提供的升力。 相机位于COM上或附近的飞机上。

公开(公告)号：US20120153087A1

公开(公告)日：2012-06-21

申请号：US12186693

申请日：2008-08-06

Applicant: Daniel Ross Collette ,  Joseph Scott Helsing, JR.

Inventor： Daniel Ross Collette ,  Joseph Scott Helsing, JR.

IPC: B64C39/00 ,  B64D47/08 ,  B64D37/02 ,  B64C7/00

CPC classification number: B64C39/024 ,  B64C27/20 ,  B64C2201/027 ,  B64C2201/048 ,  B64C2201/088 ,  B64C2201/108 ,  B64C2201/126 ,  B64C2201/162 ,  B64C2211/00

Abstract: A pod for an unmanned aerial vehicle is provided that may be removed and re-attached to the vehicle. The pod comprises an outer shell, within which a variety of payloads may be carried. A first surface on the vehicle frame comprises a plurality of connects or electrical traces. The plurality of attachments are used to removably attach the pods to the first surface. Thus, a wide variety of payloads may be delivered using the same unmanned aerial vehicle, simply by removing and attaching different pods to a fixed vehicle core. These pods may be shaped so as to form part of the vehicle exterior, and when the pods are attached to the frame, they enhance the aerodynamics of the vehicle.

Abstract translation: 提供用于无人驾驶飞行器的舱架，其可以被移除并重新附接到车辆。 荚包括外壳，在其中可以携带各种有效载荷。 车架上的第一表面包括多个连接或电迹线。 多个附件用于将荚可移除地附接到第一表面。 因此，可以简单地通过将不同的荚移除并附接到固定的车辆核心，使用相同的无人驾驶飞行器来传送各种有效载荷。 这些荚可以成形为形成车辆外部的一部分，并且当荚附接到框架时，它们增强了车辆的空气动力学。

公开(公告)号：US20070023570A1

公开(公告)日：2007-02-01

申请号：US11192171

申请日：2005-07-29

Applicant: Charles Bernard

Inventor： Charles Bernard

IPC: B64C13/00

CPC classification number: B64C13/20 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/021 ,  B64C2201/044 ,  B64C2201/048 ,  B64C2201/082 ,  B64C2201/104 ,  B64C2201/121 ,  B64C2201/128 ,  B64C2201/145 ,  B64C2201/146 ,  B64C2201/167 ,  B64D39/00 ,  G05D1/0027

Abstract: An aircraft attack interdiction system using an unmanned interdiction aircraft piloted using a remote control system. In-flight refueling system, weapons launcher systems and intelligence gathering equipment are mounted on the interdiction aircraft. A remote flight control operator to remotely fly the interdiction aircraft can be based on a remote flight control commander aircraft that can be flown at safe distances from targets that are attacked by the interdiction aircraft.

Abstract translation: 使用遥控系统驾驶的无人拦截飞机的飞机攻击拦截系统。 飞机上的加油系统，武器发射系统和情报搜集设备都安装在拦截飞机上。 远程飞行拦截飞机的远程飞行控制操作员可以基于远程飞行控制指挥员飞机，该飞机可以在距离被拦截飞机攻击的目标的安全距离处飞行。

公开(公告)号：US20060284005A1

公开(公告)日：2006-12-21

申请号：US11510013

申请日：2006-08-25

Applicant: Peter Ifju ,  Kyu-Ho Lee ,  Roberto Albertani ,  Shawn Mitryk ,  Frank Boria ,  Mujahid Abdulrahim

Inventor： Peter Ifju ,  Kyu-Ho Lee ,  Roberto Albertani ,  Shawn Mitryk ,  Frank Boria ,  Mujahid Abdulrahim

IPC: B64C3/56 ,  B64C3/00

CPC classification number: B64C39/028 ,  A63H27/007 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/021 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/044 ,  B64C2201/048 ,  B64C2201/082 ,  B64C2201/102 ,  B64C2201/123 ,  B64C2201/127 ,  B64C2201/165 ,  B64C2201/201

Abstract: A micro air vehicle having a bendable wing enabling the micro air vehicle to fly. The bendable wing may be bent downwards so that the wingspan may be reduced for storing the micro air vehicle. The bendable wing may be formed from one or more layers of material, and the wing may have a camber such that a concave surface of the wing faces downward. The wing may substantially resist flexing upwards and may transfer uplift forces to a central body of the micro air vehicle. In addition, the wing may be bent severely downwards by applying a force to tips of the wing. The micro air vehicle is capable of being stored in a small cylindrical tube and may be deployed from the tube by simply releasing the micro air vehicle from the tube.

Abstract translation: 具有能够使微型飞行器飞行的可弯曲翼的微型飞行器。 可弯曲翼可以向下弯曲，使得翼展可以减小以存储微型飞行器。 可弯曲翼可以由一层或多层材料形成，并且翼可以具有弯曲，使得翼的凹面朝向下方。 机翼可以基本上抵抗向上弯曲并且可以将提升力传递到微型飞行器的中心体。 此外，机翼可能通过对机翼的尖端施加力而严重地向下弯曲。 微型飞行器能够存储在小圆柱形管中，并且可以通过从管中简单地释放微型飞行器而从管展开。

公开(公告)号：US07140575B2

公开(公告)日：2006-11-28

申请号：US10758955

申请日：2004-01-16

Applicant: Brian T. McGeer ,  Cory Roeseler ,  Andreas H. von Flotow

Inventor： Brian T. McGeer ,  Cory Roeseler ,  Andreas H. von Flotow

IPC: B64F1/04

CPC classification number: B64F1/06 ,  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 launching unmanned aircraft and other flight devices or projectiles are described. In one embodiment, the aircraft can belaunched from an apparatus that includes a launch carriage that moves along a launch axis. A gripper carried by the launch carriage can have at least one grip portion in contact with the aircraft while the launch carriage accelerates along the launch axis. The at least one grip portion can move out of contact with the fuselage of the aircraft as the launch carriage decelerates, releasing the aircraft for takeoff.

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，飞行器可以从包括沿着发射轴移动的发射台的装置掀起。 由发射托架携带的夹具可以具有至少一个与飞行器接触的抓握部分，同时发射托架沿着发射轴加速。 随着发射台减速，至少一个把手部分可以与飞机的机身脱离接触，释放飞机起飞。

公开(公告)号：US07121507B2

公开(公告)日：2006-10-17

申请号：US10758943

申请日：2004-01-16

Applicant: Brian D. Dennis ,  Clifford Jackson ,  Brian T. McGeer

Inventor： Brian D. Dennis ,  Clifford Jackson ,  Brian T. McGeer

IPC: B64F1/00

CPC classification number: B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/044 ,  B64C2201/048 ,  B64C2201/084 ,  B64C2201/102 ,  B64C2201/146 ,  B64C2201/165 ,  B64C2201/182 ,  B64C2201/201 ,  B64C2201/205 ,  B64F1/06

Abstract: Methods and apparatuses for capturing, recovering, disassembling, and storing unmanned aircraft and other flight devices or projectiles are described. In one embodiment, the boom can be extended to deploy a recovery line to capture the aircraft in flight, a process that can be aided by a line capture device having retainers in accordance with further aspects of the invention. The aircraft can then be returned to its launch platform, disassembled, and stored, again with little or no direct manual contact between the operator and the aircraft, for example, by capturing a first wing of the aircraft and securing a second wing before releasing the first.

Abstract translation: 描述了用于捕获，恢复，拆卸和存储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，吊杆可以被延伸以部署回收线以在飞行中捕获飞行器，这是根据本发明的其它方面能够由具有保持器的线捕获装置辅助的过程。 然后，飞机然后可以返回到其发射平台，拆卸和存储，再次与操作者和飞机之间的很少或没有直接的手动接触，例如通过捕获飞行器的第一翼并且在释放之前固定第二翼 第一。

公开(公告)号：US07101246B1

公开(公告)日：2006-09-05

申请号：US11189623

申请日：2005-07-26

Applicant: Michael A. Dammar

Inventor： Michael A. Dammar

IPC: A63H27/12

CPC classification number: B64C39/00 ,  B64C27/00 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/027 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/046 ,  B64C2201/048 ,  B64C2201/104 ,  B64C2201/108 ,  B64C2201/123 ,  B64C2201/127 ,  B64C2201/146 ,  B64C2201/22

Abstract: A rotary aircraft (rotorcraft) in which the entire aircraft rotates about its center of mass as it flies, and in which the center of mass is located external to the aircraft in the generally triangular region formed by the aircraft's single wing and two propellers. As the aircraft flies, the two propellers provide torque about the center of mass and rotate the wing, which provides lift for the aircraft. The aircraft is controllable via a stationary radio transmitter that sends commands for pitch, roll, yaw and altitude. A receiver in the aircraft uses the transmitted signal to establish the aircraft's instantaneous orientation in combination with the sent commands to generate control signals that drive the propeller motors that affect the aircraft's attitude. Pitch and roll are controlled by pulse width modulation of the propeller motor voltages in order to affect the thrust at specific portions of the aircraft's rotation cycle.

公开(公告)号：US20060175463A1

公开(公告)日：2006-08-10

申请号：US11269395

申请日：2005-11-08

Applicant: Brian McGeer

Inventor： Brian McGeer

IPC: B64F5/00

CPC classification number: B64F1/04 ,  B64C25/68 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/021 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/044 ,  B64C2201/048 ,  B64C2201/084 ,  B64C2201/102 ,  B64C2201/146 ,  B64C2201/165 ,  B64C2201/182 ,  B64C2201/201 ,  B64C2201/205 ,  B64F1/02 ,  B64F1/06

Abstract: Methods and apparatuses for launching, capturing, and storing unmanned aircraft and other flight devices or projectiles are described. In one embodiment, the aircraft can be assembled from a container with little or no manual engagement by an operator. The container can include a guide structure to control motion of the aircraft components. The aircraft can be launched from an apparatus that includes an extendable boom. The boom can be extended to deploy a recovery line to capture the aircraft in flight. The aircraft can then be returned to its launch platform, disassembled, and stored in the container, again with little or no direct manual contact between the operator and the aircraft.

Abstract translation: 描述了用于发射，捕获和存储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，飞行器可以由操作者很少或没有手动接合的容器组装。 容器可以包括用于控制飞机部件的运动的引导结构。 飞机可以从包括可伸缩吊杆的装置发射。 可以扩展繁荣部署一个恢复线，以便在飞行中捕获飞机。 飞机然后可以返回到其发射平台，拆卸并存储在容器中，再次与操作员和飞机之间的很少或没有直接的手动接触。