Abstract:
In specific embodiments, a vehicle propellable through fluids comprises a main work section and a plurality of propulsion units. The main work section includes a payload support hub, a payload support structure rotatable in 360 about the payload support hub in at least one axis, and a core including at least one microprocessor, the core at least partially nested within the payload support hub. The at least one microprocessor is adapted to substantially maintain an orientation of the payload support structure relative to a horizon line as the vehicle is propelled. One or more payloads are mountable on the rotatable payload support structure.
Abstract:
Disclosed is a method performed by apparatus. The apparatus comprises a first module (18) and a second module (32). The first module is mounted on an unmanned vehicle (2) and arranged to act upon a payload (16) also mounted on the vehicle (2). The second module (32) is remote from the unmanned vehicle. The method comprises: receiving, by the second module (32), an instruction to activate the payload (16); generating, by the second module (32), a plurality of activation codes and sending those codes to the first module (18); determining, by the first module (18), whether or not each of the received activation codes is valid; and if the codes are valid, activating the payload (16), or, if the codes are not valid, preventing activation of the payload (16). Each code comprises: a time dependent portion, a single-use portion, and an identifier for the unmanned vehicle (2).
Abstract:
A system comprising an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) configured to transition from a terminal homing mode to a target search mode, responsive to an uplink signal and/or an autonomous determination of scene change.
Abstract:
Ein Fluggerät 10 mit geringer Radarsignatur weist eine erste Seite 12 auf, auf der Turbinenöffnung 14, 16 und Nutzlast- oder Fahrwerkschächte 20, 24, 26 angeordnet sind. Eine zweite Seite 30 des Fluggeräts ist derart ausgeführt, dass sie eine geringere Radarsignatur als die erste Seite 12 aufweist.
Abstract:
A vehicular weapons platform (30) including a plurality of barrel assemblies (10), wherein each barrel assembly includes a barrel (11), a plurality of projectiles (14) axially disposed within the barrel for operative sealing engagement with the bore of the barrel (11) and discrete propellant charges (15) for propelling respective projectiles sequentially through the muzzle of the barrel; and at least one of said plurality of barrel assemblies (10) includes a barrel which also forms a structural member of the weapons platform. In one preferred form, the weapons platform takes the form of a small combat aerial vehicle (SCAV) (30), wherein the barrel assemblies (10) form the airframe. A method of constructing a weapons platform from the barrel assemblies is also described.
Abstract:
A vehicular weapons platform (30) including a plurality of barrel assemblies (10), wherein each barrel assembly includes a barrel (11), a plurality of projectiles (14) axially disposed within the barrel for operative sealing engagement with the bore of the barrel (11) and discrete propellant charges (15) for propelling respective projectiles sequentially through the muzzle of the barrel; and at least one of said plurality of barrel assemblies (10) includes a barrel which also forms a structural member of the weapons platform. In one preferred form, the weapons platform takes the form of a small combat aerial vehicle (SCAV) (30), wherein the barrel assemblies (10) form the airframe. A method of constructing a weapons platform from the barrel assemblies is also described.
Abstract:
An unmanned aerial combat vehicle system is disclosed. The system provides for an unmanned aerial combat vehicle that is capable of performing reconnaissance, disrupting enemy communications, or delivering a weaponized payload. The unmanned aerial combat vehicle may also be equipped with a cloaking mechanism, where it can mask it's heat signature, or simulate an image on its outer surface.
Abstract:
An unmanned aerial system (UAS) includes a body and a lift and propulsion system coupled to the body. The UAS includes a weapon coupled to the body. The weapon has an aiming axis oriented in a fixed direction relative to the body. The UAS includes a control system operatively coupled to the lift and propulsion system and the weapon. The control system is configured to determine a roll angle and a flight path such that the aiming axis is directed at a target when the UAS moves according to at least a portion of the flight path at the roll angle. The control system is further configured to control the lift and propulsion system such that the UAS moves according to the at least the portion of the flight path at the roll angle.
Abstract:
A water-propelled or water-powered unmanned aerial vehicle including a base configured to carry a payload, and at least one nozzle attached thereto. The at least one nozzle is configured to selectively receive pressurized fluid from a source located remotely from the vehicle. The vehicle includes a control system configured to alter or otherwise selectively dictate the flow of fluid through the at least one nozzle and/or the orientation of the at least one nozzle with respect to the base in response to a received control signal for providing controlled unmanned vehicle flight.