公开(公告)号：US20170057635A1

公开(公告)日：2017-03-02

申请号：US14843329

申请日：2015-09-02

Applicant: THE BOEING COMPANY

Inventor： James David Strayer

IPC: B64C39/02 ,  B64C5/06 ,  B64D1/02

CPC classification number: B64C39/024 ,  B63G3/04 ,  B63G2008/004 ,  B63G2008/008 ,  B64C2201/027 ,  B64C2201/088 ,  B64C2201/108 ,  B64C2201/167 ,  B64C2201/201 ,  B64C2201/205

Abstract: A drone launch system includes a canister defining an internal cavity, and a drone positioned within the internal cavity in a stowed state. The drone is configured to be ejected from the canister and transition from the stowed state into a deployed state outside of the canister. A method for launching a drone, the method includes positioning the drone in a stowed state in an internal cavity of a canister, ejecting the drone from the canister, and transitioning the drone into a deployed state after the ejecting operation.

Abstract translation: 无人机发射系统包括限定内部空腔的罐和位于收纳状态的内部空腔内的无人机。 无人机被配置为从罐排出并从收起状态转换到罐外部的展开状态。 一种用于发射无人机的方法，该方法包括将无人机处于收起状态，将其从罐中排出，将喷射器从罐排出，并且在喷射操作之后将无人机转换成展开状态。

公开(公告)号：US09434471B2

公开(公告)日：2016-09-06

申请号：US13899252

申请日：2013-05-21

Applicant: Paul E Arlton ,  David J Arlton

Inventor： Paul E Arlton ,  David J Arlton

IPC: B64C27/10 ,  B64C27/605 ,  B64C7/00 ,  B64C39/02 ,  B64C27/14 ,  B64C27/82

CPC classification number: B64C27/605 ,  B64C7/00 ,  B64C27/10 ,  B64C27/14 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2027/8236 ,  B64C2027/8281 ,  B64C2201/027 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/082 ,  B64C2201/102 ,  B64C2201/108 ,  B64C2201/141 ,  B64C2201/146 ,  B64C2201/165 ,  B64C2201/201 ,  B64C2201/203 ,  B64C2201/205

Abstract: A rotary wing vehicle includes a body structure having an elongated tubular backbone or core, and a counter-rotating coaxial rotor system having rotors with each rotor having a separate motor to drive the rotors about a common rotor axis of rotation. The rotor system is used to move the rotary wing vehicle in directional flight.

公开(公告)号：US20160016675A1

公开(公告)日：2016-01-21

申请号：US14698770

申请日：2015-04-28

Applicant: AeroVironment, Inc.

Inventor： John Peter Zwaan ,  Robert James Johnston ,  Cris James Cornell ,  Philip Martin Finn ,  Glenn Arnold Blevins ,  David Wayne Ganzer

IPC: B64F1/02 ,  B64C39/02 ,  B63B17/00

CPC classification number: B64F1/02 ,  B63B17/00 ,  B63B35/52 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/02 ,  B64C2201/021 ,  B64C2201/104 ,  B64C2201/182 ,  B64C2201/205 ,  B64F1/025

Abstract: Systems, devices, and methods for impacting, by a small unmanned aerial vehicle (SUAV), a net having at least three sides; and converting the kinetic energy of the SUAV into at least one of: elastic potential energy of one or more tensioned elastic cords connected to at least one corner of the net, gravitational potential energy of a frame member connected to at least one corner of the net, rotational kinetic energy of the frame member connected to at least one corner of the net, and elastic potential energy of the frame member connected to at least one corner of the net.

Abstract translation: 通过小型无人机（SUAV）的影响系统，设备和方法，至少有三面网; 以及将所述SUAV的动能转换为与所述网的至少一个角连接的一个或多个张紧弹性绳的弹性势能，连接到所述网的至少一个角的框架构件的重力势能 连接到网的至少一个角的框架构件的旋转动能以及连接到网的至少一个角的框架构件的弹性势能。

公开(公告)号：US20150329218A1

公开(公告)日：2015-11-19

申请号：US14518348

申请日：2014-10-20

Applicant: Advanced Aerospace Technologies, Inc.

Inventor： William R. McDonnell ,  Charles H. Baker

IPC: B64F1/10 ,  B64C39/02 ,  B64D3/00

CPC classification number: B64F1/02 ,  B64C25/68 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/084 ,  B64C2201/104 ,  B64C2201/165 ,  B64C2201/182 ,  B64C2201/205 ,  B64D3/00 ,  B64F1/04 ,  B64F1/10

Abstract: A method of launching and retrieving a UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) (10). The preferred method of launch involves carrying the UAV (10) up to altitude using a parasail (8) similar to that used to carry tourists aloft. The UAV is dropped and picks up enough airspeed in the dive to perform a pull-up into level controlled flight. The preferred method of recovery is for the UAV to fly into and latch onto the parasail tow line (4) or cables hanging off the tow line and then be winched back down to the boat (2).

Abstract translation: 一种发射和检索无人机（无人机）的方法（10）。 优选的发射方法是将UAV（10）运送到高度，使用类似于用来搭载高层游客的伞（8）。 无人机被丢弃，并在潜水中获得足够的空速，执行上升到等级控制飞行。 回收的首选方法是使UAV飞入并锁定在悬挂拖线（4）上或悬挂在拖绳上的电缆，然后被绞盘回到船（2）。

公开(公告)号：US09010678B1

公开(公告)日：2015-04-21

申请号：US13786299

申请日：2013-03-05

Applicant: The Boeing Company

Inventor： Nathan Hiller

IPC: B60F5/02

CPC classification number: B60F5/02 ,  B64C37/00 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/021 ,  B64C2201/082 ,  B64C2201/104 ,  B64C2201/126 ,  B64C2201/205 ,  B64C2201/206

Abstract: A vehicle which is adaptable for both flight and water travel includes: a body; a wing, a stabilizer, or a first propelling member; and at least one attachment member. The body is configured to fly through air and to move through water. The at least one attachment member attaches the wing, the stabilizer, or the first propelling member to the body while the body is in flight. The at least one attachment member detaches at least a portion of the wing, at least a portion of the stabilizer, or at least a portion of the first propelling member from the body when the body is in the water.

Abstract translation: 适用于飞行和水上旅行的车辆包括：身体; 翼，稳定器或第一推进构件; 和至少一个附接构件。 身体被配置为飞过空气并移动通过水。 当身体飞行时，至少一个附接构件将翼，稳定器或第一推进构件附接到身体。 当身体在水中时，至少一个附接构件将至少一部分翼，至少一部分稳定器，或至少一部分第一推进构件与身体分开。

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

IPC: B63H19/02 ,  B64C3/56 ,  B64C39/02 ,  B64F1/04 ,  B64F1/22

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。

公开(公告)号：US20130320138A1

公开(公告)日：2013-12-05

申请号：US13483330

申请日：2012-05-30

Applicant: Matthew Robert Dickson ,  Craig Aram Thomasian

Inventor： Matthew Robert Dickson ,  Craig Aram Thomasian

IPC: B64F1/02

CPC classification number: B64F1/02 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/108 ,  B64C2201/182 ,  B64C2201/205 ,  B64F1/04

Abstract: Line capture devices for unmanned aircraft, and associated systems and methods are disclosed. A system in accordance with a particular embodiment includes a line capture device body having a line slot with an open end and a closed end. A retainer is positioned proximate to the line slot and has a rotor with a plurality of rotor arms positioned to extend at least partially across the line slot as the rotor rotates relative to the body. A joint rotatably couples the rotor to the body, and a ratchet device is operably coupled to the rotor to allow the rotor to rotate in a first direction and at least restrict the rotor arm from rotating in a second direction opposite the first. In other embodiments, the retainer can include other arrangements, for example, one or more wire-shaped elements.

公开(公告)号：US08492692B2

公开(公告)日：2013-07-23

申请号：US13097394

申请日：2011-04-29

Applicant: Jeremy F. Fisher

Inventor： Jeremy F. Fisher

IPC: F42B12/56 ,  F42B15/01 ,  F42B15/08 ,  H04B1/59 ,  F42B15/00 ,  H04B1/00

CPC classification number: F42B15/10 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/021 ,  B64C2201/084 ,  B64C2201/102 ,  B64C2201/122 ,  B64C2201/165 ,  B64C2201/167 ,  B64C2201/201 ,  B64C2201/205 ,  F41F1/08 ,  F41F3/042

Abstract: A sonar buoy includes a fuselage having a tube-like shape, one or more wings coupled to the fuselage, an engine coupled to the fuselage and operable to propel the sonar buoy through flight, and a guidance computer operable to direct the sonar buoy to a predetermined location. The sonar buoy further includes a sonar detachably coupled to the fuselage and forming at least a part of the fuselage, and a rocket motor detachably coupled to the fuselage. The one or more wings are operable to be folded into a position to allow the sonar buoy to be disposed within a launch tube coupled to a vehicle and to automatically deploy to an appropriate position for flight after the sonar buoy is launched from the launch tube. The rocket motor propels the sonar buoy from the launch tube and detaches from the fuselage after launch.

Abstract translation: 声纳浮标包括具有管状形状的机身，耦合到机身的一个或多个翼，耦合到机身的发动机，并且可操作以通过飞行推进声纳浮标;以及引导计算机，其可操作以将声纳浮标引导到 预定位置。 声纳浮标还包括可拆卸地联接到机身并形成机身的至少一部分的声纳和可拆卸地联接到机身的火箭发动机。 一个或多个翼可操作以折叠到允许声纳浮标布置在联接到车辆的发射管内并且在从发射管发射声纳浮标之后自动部署到适当位置用于飞行的位置。 火箭发动机从发射管推进声纳浮标，并在发射后从机身分离。

公开(公告)号：US08056461B2

公开(公告)日：2011-11-15

申请号：US12233254

申请日：2008-09-18

Applicant: David E. Bossert ,  Jeffrey N. Zerbe ,  Ray Sampson

Inventor： David E. Bossert ,  Jeffrey N. Zerbe ,  Ray Sampson

IPC: F41F3/00

CPC classification number: F41F3/07 ,  B64C2201/201 ,  B64C2201/205 ,  F42B15/20

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for marine deployment according to various aspects of the present invention may operate in conjunction with a floatable housing adapted to be deployed by a marine vehicle. The floatable housing may be adapted to be launched from a marine vehicle and rise to the surface. Assets, such as an unmanned aerial vehicle, may be deployed from the surfaced floatable housing.

公开(公告)号：US20110101155A1

公开(公告)日：2011-05-05

申请号：US12612227

申请日：2009-11-04

Applicant: Timothy D. Smith

Inventor： Timothy D. Smith

IPC: B64C29/04

CPC classification number: B64C39/064 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/027 ,  B64C2201/084 ,  B64C2201/205

Abstract: A torque production vehicle includes a plenum body having a wall with a central port and a radial port formed within the wall, an impeller disposed within the plenum body to move air through the central port, an engine coupled to the impeller to rotate the impeller about an axis, at least one arm coupled to the plenum body, and a plurality of foils disposed in the radial port to direct air about the plenum body to provide a torque force about the plenum body.

Abstract translation: 扭矩生产车辆包括具有中心端口和形成在壁内的径向端口的壁的增压室，设置在增压室内的叶轮以将空气移动通过中心端口，发动机联接到叶轮以使叶轮围绕 一个轴线，至少一个连接到集气室主体的臂，以及设置在该径向端口中的多个箔，以引导围绕该增压室的空气以提供围绕该增压室的转矩力。