公开(公告)号：US09454154B1

公开(公告)日：2016-09-27

申请号：US15063136

申请日：2016-03-07

Applicant: Amazon Technologies, Inc.

Inventor： Stephen Thomas Safarik

IPC: B64C19/00 ,  G05D1/00 ,  B64C39/02 ,  H04N5/235 ,  H04N5/247

CPC classification number: H04N5/2351 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/024 ,  B64C2201/027 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/108 ,  B64C2201/123 ,  B64C2201/127 ,  B64C2201/128 ,  B64C2201/141 ,  B64C2201/145 ,  B64D45/08 ,  B64D47/08 ,  G05D1/0088 ,  G05D1/0676 ,  H04N5/2352 ,  H04N5/2353 ,  H04N5/247

Abstract: An incident light meter on an autonomous vehicle receives ambient light and outputs an incident light measurement in response the ambient light. One or more image sensors of the autonomous vehicle image the environment of the autonomous vehicle. An exposure setting is generated at least in part on the incident light measurement. The one or more image sensors capture a digital image at the exposure setting.

Abstract translation: 自主车辆上的入射光度计接收环境光，并响应于环境光输出入射光测量。 自主车辆的一个或多个图像传感器对自主车辆的环境进行成像。 至少部分地对入射光测量产生曝光设定。 一个或多个图像传感器在曝光设置下捕获数字图像。

公开(公告)号：US09446845B2

公开(公告)日：2016-09-20

申请号：US14528024

申请日：2014-10-30

Applicant: Ecole Polytechnique Federale De Lausanne (EPFL)

Inventor： Stefano Mintchev ,  Ludovic Daler ,  Dario Floreano

IPC: B64C27/08 ,  B64C39/02

CPC classification number: B64C39/024 ,  A63H27/12 ,  B64C2201/024 ,  B64C2201/027 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/102 ,  B64C2201/108 ,  B64C2201/127

Abstract: An aerial vehicle including self-autonomous deployable arms and methods of deploying the vehicle are disclosed. The arms may include patterns located thereon that allow the arms to transition between wrapped, flat, and deployed configurations autonomously without the need for direct intervention by a user.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种包括自主部署臂的飞行器和部署车辆的方法。 臂可以包括位于其上的图案，其允许臂在包裹的，平坦的和部署的配置之间自主地转换，而不需要用户的直接干预。

公开(公告)号：US20160251077A1

公开(公告)日：2016-09-01

申请号：US15052255

申请日：2016-02-24

Applicant: Hitachi, Ltd.

Inventor： Azusa AMINO ,  Yukio YAMAMOTO

IPC: B64C27/10 ,  G05D1/08 ,  B64C39/02 ,  B64C27/00 ,  B64C27/52 ,  B64C27/12

CPC classification number: G05D1/0858 ,  B64C17/02 ,  B64C27/10 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/024 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/108 ,  B64C2201/165 ,  G05D1/0841

Abstract: To provide a small flying object that is inexpensive and capable of stable flying. In order to solve the above problem, a representative example of the small flying object of the present invention includes an upper rotor that generates thrust by rotating, a lower rotor that is disposed below the upper rotor and rotates coaxially with the upper motor and in the opposite direction to the upper motor, and an inertia balancer that is connected to one of the rotors having a lower rotation speed during hovering among the upper rotor and the lower rotor, and rotates integrally with the one rotor. The inertia balancer compensates a difference between an angular momentum of the one rotor and an angular moment of the other rotor during hovering.

Abstract translation: 提供廉价且能够稳定飞行的小型飞行物体。 为了解决上述问题，本发明的小型飞行物体的代表性例子包括通过旋转产生推力的上部转子，设置在上部转子下方并与上部电动机同轴旋转的下部转子， 以及惯性平衡器，其在上转子和下转子之间悬停的同时与具有较低转速的转子之一连接，并与一个转子一体地旋转。 惯性平衡器在悬停期间补偿一个转子的角动量与另一个转子的角动量之间的差异。

公开(公告)号：US20160244163A1

公开(公告)日：2016-08-25

申请号：US15147762

申请日：2016-05-05

Applicant: Google Inc.

Inventor： Eric Peeters ,  Eric Teller ,  William Graham Patrick

IPC: B64C39/02 ,  B64C29/00 ,  G05D1/10 ,  B64D1/08

CPC classification number: B64C39/024 ,  B64C19/00 ,  B64C29/00 ,  B64C2201/024 ,  B64C2201/12 ,  B64C2201/128 ,  B64C2201/14 ,  B64D1/08 ,  G05D1/102 ,  G05D1/104 ,  G06Q10/083 ,  G08G5/0069

Abstract: Embodiments described herein may help to provide support via a fleet of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). An illustrative medical-support system may include multiple UAVs, which are configured to provide support for a number of different situations. Further, the medical-support system may be configured to: (a) identify a remote situation, (b) determine a target location corresponding to the situation, (c) select a UAV from the fleet of UAVs, where the selection of the UAV is based on a determination that the selected UAV is configured for the identified situation, and (d) cause the selected UAV to travel to the target location to provide support.

公开(公告)号：US20160236797A1

公开(公告)日：2016-08-18

申请号：US15144119

申请日：2016-05-02

Applicant: Hood Technology Corporation

Inventor： Andreas H. von Flotow ,  Corydon C. Roeseler ,  Daniel Reiss

IPC: B64F1/02 ,  B64C27/08 ,  B64D5/00 ,  B64D1/12 ,  B64C39/02 ,  B64D3/00

CPC classification number: B64F1/02 ,  B64C27/08 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/024 ,  B64C2201/082 ,  B64C2201/182 ,  B64D1/12 ,  B64D3/00 ,  B64D5/00

Abstract: Various embodiments of the present disclosure provide a helicopter-mediated system and method for launching and retrieving an aircraft capable of long-distance efficient cruising flight from a small space without the use of a long runway.

公开(公告)号：US20160221671A1

公开(公告)日：2016-08-04

申请号：US14990057

申请日：2016-01-07

Applicant: Vantage Robotics, LLC

Inventor： Tobin Fisher ,  Johannes Becker Van Niekerk

IPC: B64C27/08 ,  B64C27/32 ,  B64D47/08 ,  B64C39/02

CPC classification number: B64C27/08 ,  B64C27/20 ,  B64C27/32 ,  B64C39/02 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/024 ,  B64C2201/027 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/108 ,  B64C2201/127 ,  B64C2201/162 ,  B64D47/08

Abstract: An unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) includes a body that supports breakaway components. One component is a battery pack which powers the vehicle. Two other components are pod assemblies, which each include at least one motor and one propeller. Each motor is supported within a support ring using spokes or filament. The spokes keep the motor firmly stable during operation and also effectively encage the otherwise dangerous spinning propeller. This allows the vehicle to operate with a higher level of safety than conventional UAVs. The breakaway feature can be established using magnets.

Abstract translation: 无人飞行器（UAV）包括一个支撑分离部件的机身。 一个组件是为车辆供电的电池组。 另外两个组件是荚组件，每个组件包括至少一个电动机和一个螺旋桨。 每个电机都使用辐条或灯丝支撑在支撑环内。 轮辐在运行过程中保持电机的稳定，并有效地包裹其他危险的旋转螺旋桨。 这允许车辆以比常规UAV更高的安全性运行。 可以使用磁铁建立分离特征。

公开(公告)号：US20160214717A1

公开(公告)日：2016-07-28

申请号：US15025245

申请日：2013-11-08

Applicant: SHELTON GAMINI DE SILVA

Inventor： Shelton Gamini De Silva

IPC: B64D5/00 ,  G05D1/10 ,  G05D1/00 ,  B64C39/02 ,  B64D47/08

CPC classification number: B64D5/00 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/021 ,  B64C2201/024 ,  B64C2201/082 ,  B64C2201/122 ,  B64C2201/126 ,  B64C2201/143 ,  B64C2201/145 ,  B64C2201/206 ,  B64D47/08 ,  G05D1/0011 ,  G05D1/104 ,  H04L67/12

Abstract: This invention relates to an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle hereinafter called “Mother UAV” member (11) capable of carrying modules of Sub Unmanned Aerial Vehicle members (12) hereinafter called “Sub UAV” member. More particularly, the method and system that is capable of communicating via satellite and remote control technology wherein ejecting said Sub UAV members (12) from the Mother UAV member (11) wherein Sub UAV members (12) autonomously fly in sequence in a coordinated manner with the Mother UAV member (11), and capable of engaging in multiple missions in high, medium, low altitude, and surface, also communication with under sea submarines (27). Further, comprises of a method and system that the Sub UAV members (12) are able to return back to the Mother UAV member (11) after the mission is completed and be firmly secured to the flatbed (14) of the Mother UAV member (11). The present invention is specifically designed for multifunctional and multipurpose applications where humans and other vehicles are unable to access, for civil, commercial and military purposes.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及以下称为“无人机UAV”的无人飞行器，其能够携带以下称为“副无人机”的副无人飞行器部件（12）的模块。 更具体地，能够通过卫星和遥控技术进行通信的方法和系统，其中从UA无人机组成员（11）弹出所述副无人机部件（12），其中副无人机部件（12）以协调的方式自主地飞行 与无人机无人机（11）成员（11），能够从事高，中，低空和地面的多个任务，并与海底潜艇（27）进行通信。 此外，还包括一个方法和系统，子任务机构（12）能够在任务完成之后返回到无人机（UA）成员（11），并牢固地固定在无人机（UAV）成员的平板（14）上 11）。 本发明专为多功能和多用途应用而设计，人类和其他车辆无法进入民用，商业和军事目的。

公开(公告)号：US20160200418A1

公开(公告)日：2016-07-14

申请号：US15012152

申请日：2016-02-01

Applicant: SZ DJI TECHNOLOGY Co., LTD

Inventor： Tao Wang ,  Tao Zhao ,  Zhi Gang Ou

IPC: B64C11/02 ,  B64C39/02

CPC classification number: B64C27/32 ,  A63H27/001 ,  A63H27/02 ,  B64C11/02 ,  B64C11/04 ,  B64C27/08 ,  B64C27/14 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/024 ,  B64C2201/027 ,  B64C2201/108 ,  F01D5/025

Abstract: Systems, methods, and devices for propelling self-propelled movable objects are provided. In one aspect, a rotor assembly for a self-propelled movable object comprises: a hub comprising a first fastening feature; a drive shaft comprising a second fastening feature and directly coupled to the hub by a mating connection of the first and second fastening features, wherein the drive shaft is configured to cause rotation of the hub such that the mating connection of the first and second fastening features is tightened by the rotation; and a plurality of rotor blades coupled to the hub and configured to rotate therewith to generate a propulsive force.

公开(公告)号：US20160200207A1

公开(公告)日：2016-07-14

申请号：US14644260

申请日：2015-03-11

Applicant: Defense Agency For Technology And Quality

Inventor： Ki Young LEE ,  Ki Jung Kang

IPC: B60L11/18 ,  B64C39/02

CPC classification number: B60L11/1824 ,  B60L11/1816 ,  B64C25/32 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2025/325 ,  B64C2201/024 ,  B64C2201/027 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/066

Abstract: Disclosed are an unmanned aerial vehicle, a charging station, and an automatic charging system for an unmanned aerial vehicle including the same. The unmanned aerial vehicle includes: a main body which includes a plurality of rotors, and is capable of flying and vertical taking off and landing by the rotors; a battery which is mounted in the main body for supplying power and is chargeable; a landing gear which includes a first charging terminal and a second charging terminal having different polarities and electrically connected to the battery, and is provided at a lower part of the main body; and a controller configured to control the main body.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种无人飞行器，充电站和包括该无人机的无人驾驶飞行器的自动充电系统。 无人飞行器包括：主体，其包括多个转子，并且能够由转子飞行和垂直起飞和着陆; 电池，其安装在主体中用于供电并且可充电; 起落架，其包括第一充电端子和具有不同极性并与电池电连接的第二充电端子，并且设置在主体的下部; 以及控制器，被配置为控制主体。

公开(公告)号：US09387927B2

公开(公告)日：2016-07-12

申请号：US14323851

申请日：2014-07-03

Applicant: PARROT

Inventor： Michael Rischmuller ,  Laure Chevalley ,  Francois Callou ,  Etienne Caldichoury

IPC: B64C39/02 ,  G05D1/10

CPC classification number: B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/024 ,  B64C2201/141 ,  G05D1/102

Abstract: The drone comprises: a vertical-view camera (132) pointing downward to pick up images of a scene of the ground overflown by the drone; gyrometer, magnetometer and accelerometer sensors (176); and an altimeter (174). Navigation means determine position coordinates (X, Y, Z) of the drone in an absolute coordinate system linked to the ground. These means are autonomous, operating without reception of external signals. They include image analysis means, adapted to derive a position signal from an analysis of known predetermined patterns (210), present in the scene picked up by the camera, and they implement a predictive-filter estimator (172) incorporating a representation of a dynamic model of the drone, with as an input the position signal, a horizontal speed signal, linear and rotational acceleration signals, and an altitude signal.

Abstract translation: 无人机包括：向下指示的垂直摄像机（132），以拾取由无人机所溢出的地面的场景的图像; 陀螺仪，磁力计和加速度传感器（176）; 和高度计（174）。 导航意味着确定无人机在与地面相连的绝对坐标系中的位置坐标（X，Y，Z）。 这些手段是自主的，在没有接收到外部信号的情况下运行。 它们包括图像分析装置，适于从存在于摄像机拾取的场景中的已知预定模式（210）的分析中导出位置信号，并且它们实现了包含动态表示的预测滤波器估计器（172） 无人机的型号，作为输入的位置信号，水平速度信号，线性和旋转加速度信号以及高度信号。