公开(公告)号：US09540121B2

公开(公告)日：2017-01-10

申请号：US14631137

申请日：2015-02-25

Applicant: Cisco Technology, Inc.

Inventor： Charles Calvin Byers ,  Gonzalo Salgueiro

IPC: G06F19/00 ,  B64C27/08 ,  B64F5/00 ,  B64C39/02 ,  B64F1/12

CPC classification number: B64F5/60 ,  A47G29/14 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/00 ,  B64C2201/024 ,  B64C2201/027 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/066 ,  B64C2201/08 ,  B64C2201/108 ,  B64C2201/128 ,  B64C2201/141 ,  B64C2201/162 ,  B64C2201/18 ,  B64D1/00 ,  B64F1/00 ,  B64F1/04 ,  B64F1/12 ,  G06Q10/0832

Abstract: In one embodiment, a controller instructs an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) docked to a landing perch to perform a pre-flight test operation of a pre-flight test routine. The controller receives sensor data associated with the pre-flight test operation from one or more force sensors of the landing perch, in response to the UAV performing the pre-flight test operation. The controller determines whether the sensor data associated with the pre-flight test operation is within an acceptable range. The controller causes the UAV to launch from the landing perch based in part on a determination that UAV has passed the pre-flight test routine.

Abstract translation: 在一个实施例中，控制器指示停靠在着陆鲈鱼上的无人驾驶飞行器（UAV）执行飞行前测试程序的飞行前测试操作。 响应于执行飞行前测试操作的UAV，控制器从登陆鲈鱼的一个或多个力传感器接收与飞行前测试操作相关联的传感器数据。 控制器确定与飞行前测试操作相关联的传感器数据是否在可接受的范围内。 控制器部分地基于无人机已经通过飞行前测试程序的确定，使无人机从起落架起飞。

公开(公告)号：US09513371B2

公开(公告)日：2016-12-06

申请号：US13832540

申请日：2013-03-15

Applicant: Identified Technologies Corporation

Inventor： Richard Yang Zhang ,  Andy Wu ,  Kelsey Denelle Duncombe-Smith

IPC: G01S13/88 ,  B64C39/02 ,  B64F1/02 ,  G05D1/10

CPC classification number: G01S13/885 ,  B60S5/06 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/066 ,  B64C2201/182 ,  B64F1/02 ,  B64F1/22 ,  G05B19/00 ,  G05D1/0011 ,  G05D1/10 ,  G05D1/102 ,  G08G5/00 ,  G08G5/0069 ,  H04B7/18506

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to a ground survey and obstacle detection system using one or multiple detection devices, such as aerial detection devices. Aerial detection devices are sent ahead of the primary vehicle to survey a territory and map out any obstacles. The aerial detection device is equipped with sensors to scan the ground below it and detect obstacles. The aerial detection device is not affected by or prone to triggering dangerous obstacles. The aerial detection device flies above the ground and may be configured to send a signal back alerting the primary vehicle to the existence of obstacles.

Abstract translation: 本公开涉及使用一个或多个检测装置（例如空中检测装置）的地面测量和障碍物检测系统。 空中检测装置在主要车辆之前发送，以对一个领土进行调查并绘出任何障碍物。 空中检测装置配有传感器，用于扫描其下方的地面并检测障碍物。 空中检测装置不受或容易触发危险障碍。 空中检测装置飞越地面，并且可以被配置为发送一个信号，提示主要车辆存在障碍物。

公开(公告)号：US20160288918A1

公开(公告)日：2016-10-06

申请号：US15090571

申请日：2016-04-04

Applicant: W. Morrison Consulting Group, Inc.

Inventor： William M. YATES ,  Robert USSERY ,  Byron YOUNG

IPC: B64D39/00 ,  B64D5/00 ,  B64D1/02 ,  B64C39/02 ,  B64D27/24

CPC classification number: B64D39/00 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/021 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/066 ,  B64C2201/104 ,  B64C2201/127 ,  B64C2201/146 ,  B64C2201/187 ,  B64D5/00 ,  B64D27/24

Abstract: Electric aircraft, including in-flight rechargeable electric aircraft, and methods of operating electric aircraft, including methods for recharging electric aircraft in-flight, through the use of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) packs flying independent of and in proximity to the electric aircraft.

Abstract translation: 电动飞机，包括飞行中可充电电动飞机，以及运行电动飞机的方法，包括通过使用独立于飞机和飞机附近飞行的无人驾驶飞行器（UAV）组件，在飞行中为电动飞机充电的方法。

公开(公告)号：US20160286135A1

公开(公告)日：2016-09-29

申请号：US15067563

申请日：2016-03-11

Applicant: Eslam Abbas Baseuny

Inventor： Eslam Abbas Baseuny

IPC: H04N5/247 ,  H04B1/06 ,  H02J7/02 ,  B64C39/02 ,  B64D47/08 ,  B64F1/36 ,  H04B1/02 ,  G06K9/00

CPC classification number: H04N5/247 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/024 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/066 ,  B64C2201/108 ,  B64C2201/127 ,  B64C2201/141 ,  B64C2201/146 ,  B64C2201/18 ,  B64C2201/201 ,  B64D47/08 ,  G06K9/0063 ,  G06K9/00771 ,  H02J7/025 ,  H02J50/00 ,  H02J50/20 ,  H04B1/02 ,  H04B1/06 ,  H04B1/3888

Abstract: A surveillance and tracking device (10) comprises a nest (12) holding a secondary camera (20) and a drone (14) holding a primary camera (18). Both cameras provide the operator (16) with a real time video or photos. While the secondary camera (20) surveys the local field in which the nest (12) is installed, the drone (14) can fly during the active stage of the functionality of the device (10) to follow up certain events or persons using the primary camera (18). The drone (14) can also perform routine surveillance of targeted fields. This large scale capability of the presented device (10) enables the operator (16) to perform a flexible, sustainable and more effective surveillance process. And so; the device (10) can deal up with the massively elaborated danger diversity and security challenges of the current era.

Abstract translation: 监视和跟踪装置（10）包括保持辅助摄像机（20）的座（12）和保持主摄像机（18）的无人机（14）。 两个摄像机为操作者（16）提供实时视频或照片。 当辅助照相机（20）调查其中安装有巢（12）的本地场时，无人机（14）可以在设备（10）的功能的主动阶段期间飞行，以跟踪某些事件或者使用 主摄像机（18）。 无人机（14）还可以对目标场进行常规监视。 所呈现的设备（10）的这种大规模能力使得操作者（16）能够执行灵活的，可持续的和更有效的监视过程。 所以; 该装置（10）可以处理当前时代的大规模危险多样性和安全挑战。

公开(公告)号：US20160270148A1

公开(公告)日：2016-09-15

申请号：US14702735

申请日：2015-05-03

Applicant: Micro Mobio Corporation

Inventor： Zlatko Aurelio Filipovic ,  Guan-Wu Wang ,  Weiping Wang

IPC: H04W88/08 ,  B64C39/02 ,  G05D1/00

CPC classification number: H04W88/08 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/066 ,  B64C2201/146 ,  F21K9/20 ,  F21S9/022 ,  F21V33/0056 ,  F21V33/0076 ,  F21Y2115/10 ,  G05D1/0011 ,  H01J61/56 ,  H01K1/62

Abstract: A Handy Base Station (HBS) which is capable of connecting through a base portion into a power socket (e.g., lamp socket). The HBS may have a plurality of functional modules capable of being detachably mounted in a housing. One of the functional modules may be a light emitter such as a light emitting diode (LED). Another module may be a communication module which may communicate using a wire line or wirelessly using standard wireless communication protocols. Further disclosed is a combination unit which has the HBS located on a pole such as a utility pole with a landing pad for an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to allow the UAV a recharging location between deliveries and to allow the HBS to guide the UAV on its flight.

Abstract translation: 便携式基站（HBS），其能够通过基座部分连接到电源插座（例如，灯座）中。 HBS可以具有能够可拆卸地安装在壳体中的多个功能模块。 功能模块之一可以是诸如发光二极管（LED）的发光体。 另一个模块可以是可以使用有线线路或使用标准无线通信协议无线地进行通信的通信模块。 进一步公开的是具有HBS的组合单元，其位于诸如具有用于无人机（UAV）的着陆垫的电线杆的杆上，以允许UAV在递送之间的充电位置，并允许HBS引导UAV 它的航班

公开(公告)号：US09434267B2

公开(公告)日：2016-09-06

申请号：US14800487

申请日：2015-07-15

Applicant: SZ DJI TECHNOLOGY Co., Ltd

Inventor： Mingxi Wang ,  Hualiang Qiu ,  Mingyu Wang

IPC: B64D39/00 ,  B60L11/18 ,  B64C39/02 ,  B64D27/24 ,  B64D35/02

CPC classification number: B60L11/1822 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/027 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/066 ,  B64C2201/108 ,  B64C2201/182 ,  B64D27/24 ,  B64D35/02 ,  B64F1/007

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for swapping the battery on an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) while providing continuous power to at least one system on the UAV. The UAV may be able to identify and land on an energy provision station autonomously. The UAV may take off and/or land on the energy provision station. The UAV may communicate with the energy provision station. The energy provision station may store and charge batteries for use on a UAV. The UAV and/or the energy provision station may have a backup energy source to provide continuous power to the UAV.

Abstract translation: 提供了系统和方法，用于在无人机（UAV）上交换电池，同时向UAV上的至少一个系统提供连续的电力。 无人机可以自主地识别和着陆能量提供站。 无人机可以在能源提供站起飞和/或着陆。 无人机可以与能量提供站进行通信。 能源提供站可以存储和充电用于无人机的电池。 UAV和/或能量提供站可以具有备用能源以向UAV提供连续的动力。

公开(公告)号：US20160250933A1

公开(公告)日：2016-09-01

申请号：US14947076

申请日：2015-11-20

Applicant: Industry-Academic Cooperation Foundation Gyeongsan National University

Inventor： Ki-il KIM ,  Chung-jae LEE ,  Kyong-hoon KIM

IPC: B60L11/18 ,  B64C39/02

CPC classification number: B60L11/182 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/066

Abstract: An unmanned aerial vehicle is provided. The unmanned aerial vehicle includes: a battery; a battery residual quantity detector configured to detect a residual quantity of the battery; a communicator configured to perform communication with a rechargeable unmanned aerial vehicle used in charging or replacement of the battery; and a processor configured to control the communicator to transmit its operation information to the rechargeable unmanned aerial vehicle detected within a predetermined distance when the detected residual quantity of the battery is less than the predetermined reference quantity and control to wirelessly charge the battery by the power supplied from the rechargeable unmanned aerial vehicle to maintain an operable state of the unmanned aerial vehicle or replace the battery to a new battery provided from the rechargeable unmanned aerial vehicle when being close to the rechargeable unmanned aerial vehicle receiving the operation information.

Abstract translation: 提供无人驾驶飞行器。 无人机包括：电池; 电池剩余量检测器，被配置为检测电池的剩余量; 通信器，被配置为与用于对所述电池进行充电或更换的可再充电无人机进行通信; 以及处理器，被配置为当所检测的电池剩余量小于预定参考量时，控制通信器将其操作信息发送到在预定距离内检测到的可再充电无人机，并且通过所提供的电力对电池进行无线充电 从可再充电无人驾驶飞行器维持无人驾驶飞行器的可操作状态，或者当接近可接收操作信息的可再充电无人机时，将电池更换为由可再充电无人机提供的新电池。

公开(公告)号：US20160236582A1

公开(公告)日：2016-08-18

申请号：US15056957

申请日：2016-02-29

Applicant: SZ DJI TECHNOLOGY Co., Ltd

Inventor： Mingxi Wang

IPC: B60L11/18 ,  G05D1/10 ,  B64F1/20 ,  G05D1/00 ,  B64C39/02 ,  B64F1/00

CPC classification number: B60L11/1822 ,  B60L11/1816 ,  B60L11/1824 ,  B60L11/1861 ,  B60L2200/10 ,  B60L2220/42 ,  B60L2240/667 ,  B60L2250/16 ,  B64C39/02 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/066 ,  B64F1/007 ,  B64F1/02 ,  B64F1/18 ,  B64F1/20 ,  B64F1/36 ,  G05D1/0011 ,  G05D1/102 ,  Y02T10/646 ,  Y02T10/7005 ,  Y02T10/7044 ,  Y02T10/705 ,  Y02T10/7072 ,  Y02T10/7291 ,  Y02T90/121 ,  Y02T90/124 ,  Y02T90/14 ,  Y02T90/16

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for swapping the battery on an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV). The UAV may be able to identify and land on an energy provision station autonomously. The UAV may take off and/or land on the energy provision station. The UAV may communicate with the energy provision station. The energy provision station may store and charge batteries for use on a UAV.

公开(公告)号：US20160221688A1

公开(公告)日：2016-08-04

申请号：US14613841

申请日：2015-02-04

Applicant: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America, Inc.

Inventor： Douglas A. Moore

IPC: B64F1/00 ,  B64C39/02

CPC classification number: B64F1/00 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/066 ,  F21K9/20 ,  F21V23/0442 ,  F21V33/00 ,  F21W2131/103 ,  F21Y2115/10 ,  H01F38/14 ,  H01R13/6205 ,  H01R33/92 ,  H02J7/00 ,  H02J7/0027 ,  H02J7/025

Abstract: Unmanned aerial vehicle charging systems including unmanned aerial vehicle charging stations having a light socket connector configured to be coupled to a light socket, a power circuit electrically coupled to the light socket connector, and a charging station body having one or more electrical contact regions electrically coupled to the power circuit. The one or more electrical contact regions are electrically engageable with one or more unmanned aerial vehicles.

Abstract translation: 包括无人驾驶飞行器充电站的无人飞行器充电系统，其具有被配置为耦合到灯插座的灯插座连接器，电耦合到灯插座连接器的电源电路，以及具有一个或多个电接触区域的充电站主体 到电源电路。 一个或多个电接触区域可与一个或多个无人驾驶飞行器电接合。

公开(公告)号：US20160209839A1

公开(公告)日：2016-07-21

申请号：US14598281

申请日：2015-01-16

Applicant: International Business Machines Corporation

Inventor： Guillaume Hoareau ,  Johannes J. Liebenberg ,  John G. Musial ,  Todd R. Whitman

IPC: G05D1/00 ,  B64F1/36 ,  G08G5/00 ,  B64C39/02

CPC classification number: G05D1/0027 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/027 ,  B64C2201/066 ,  B64C2201/128 ,  B64C2201/146 ,  B64C2201/20 ,  B64C2201/201 ,  B64F1/222 ,  G05D1/101 ,  G05D1/104 ,  G06Q10/00 ,  G06Q10/083 ,  G08G5/0013 ,  G08G5/0026 ,  G08G5/0043 ,  G08G5/0056 ,  G08G5/0069 ,  G08G5/0091

Abstract: According to an aspect, a distributed package transport system includes unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), each of which is configured to transport packages within a geographic area and along a travel route. The system also includes UAV enclosures dispersed within the geographic area. The UAV enclosures include a number of cells, each of which provides a receptacle to temporarily house a UAV. At least one of the UAV enclosures is dynamically assigned to a location within the geographic area. Each of the UAV enclosures includes a computer processor and communication network interface and, for each of the UAVs in transit, the UAV enclosures communicate information specifying an origination point, drop off point, and return point amongst each other and coordinate to define, based on locations of the UAV enclosures and capacities of the UAV enclosures, a refined travel route including a subset of the UAV enclosures to serve as hops.

Abstract translation: 根据一个方面，一种分布式包裹运输系统包括无人驾驶飞行器（UAV），每个无人机被构造成在地理区域内和沿着行驶路线运输包裹。 该系统还包括分散在地理区域内的无人机外壳。 无人机外壳包括多个单元，每个单元都提供一个临时容纳无人机的插座。 至少有一个UAV机箱被动态分配给地理区域内的一个位置。 每个UAV机箱包括计算机处理器和通信网络接口，并且对于运输中的每个无人机，UAV机箱通信指定彼此之间的始发点，下降点和返回点的信息，并且基于 无人机外壳的位置和无人机外壳的容量，一条精致的行进路线，包括UAV机箱的一部分，用作跳。