公开(公告)号：US20140339371A1

公开(公告)日：2014-11-20

申请号：US13852315

申请日：2013-03-28

Applicant: W. Morrison Consulting Group, Inc.

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

IPC: B64D33/00

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和接近电动飞机飞行的无人驾驶飞行器（UAV）组件来为飞行中的电动飞机充电的方法。

公开(公告)号：US20140151508A1

公开(公告)日：2014-06-05

申请号：US13689853

申请日：2012-11-30

Applicant: WB Electronics S.A.

Inventor： WOJCIECH SZUMINSKI ,  Ryszard Jurecki ,  Grzegorz Krupa ,  Adam Bartosiewicz ,  Piotr Wojciechowski

IPC: B64D1/08

CPC classification number: B64D1/08 ,  B60V1/00 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/021 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/127 ,  B64C2201/185 ,  B64C2201/187

Abstract: The mode of landing of an unmanned aerial vehicle driven by an electric engine, containing main power supply batteries, control systems of the surveillance head, transmitting and receiving systems, a flight control system, and a container equipped with a surveillance head with a looking down lens, placed in a recess situated in the lower part of the fuselage by which the vehicle is lightened at the last stage of flight shortly before landing, which means the container placed in the recess is detached, then moved outside the vehicle's body and descended by means of a parachute into a desired location, and the lightened vehicle lands in some other place. The recess in the fuselage contains an electrically controlled lock which fixes detachably the container equipped with at least one parachute placed at the bottom section of the container, on the side of the surveillance head.

Abstract translation: 由电动发动机驱动的无人驾驶飞机的模式，包含主电源电池，监视头的控制系统，发射和接收系统，飞行控制系统和装备有俯视监视头的集装箱 透镜放置在位于机身下部的凹部中，车辆在着陆前不久的最后阶段减轻，这意味着放置在凹槽中的容器被分离，然后移动到车身的外部并且下降 降落伞进入所需位置的方式，轻型车辆落在其他地方。 机身中的凹槽包含一个电控锁，其可拆卸地固定装备有至少一个放置在容器底部的降落伞的容器，在监视头的一侧。

公开(公告)号：US20140054423A1

公开(公告)日：2014-02-27

申请号：US13954218

申请日：2013-07-30

Applicant: Aurora Flight Sciences Corporation

Inventor： Adam John Woodworth ,  James Peverill ,  Greg Vulikh ,  Jeremy Scott Hollman

IPC: B64D27/26 ,  B64C39/02

CPC classification number: B64C1/30 ,  A63H27/001 ,  A63H27/02 ,  B64C15/00 ,  B64C19/00 ,  B64C39/028 ,  B64C2201/028 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/104 ,  B64C2201/127 ,  B64C2201/165 ,  B64C2201/18 ,  B64C2201/187 ,  B64C2201/201 ,  B64D1/14 ,  B64D9/00 ,  B64D27/26

Abstract: An aircraft for unmanned aviation is described. The aircraft includes an airframe, a pair of fins attached to a rear portion of the airframe, a pair of dihedral braces attached to a bottom portion of the airframe, a first thrust-vectoring (“T/V”) module and a second T/V module, and an electronics module. The electronics module provides commands to the two T/V modules. The two T/V modules are configured to provide lateral and longitudinal control to the aircraft by directly controlling a thrust vector for each of the pitch, the roll, and the yaw of the aircraft. The use of directly articulated electrical motors as T/V modules enables the aircraft to execute tight-radius turns over a wide range of airspeeds.

公开(公告)号：US20140021288A1

公开(公告)日：2014-01-23

申请号：US13569360

申请日：2012-08-08

Applicant: Andrew Charles ELSON ,  Peter Davison

Inventor： Andrew Charles ELSON ,  Peter Davison

IPC: B64D5/00 ,  B64C39/02

CPC classification number: B64D5/00 ,  B64B1/40 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/021 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/066 ,  B64C2201/082 ,  B64C2201/104 ,  B64C2201/122 ,  B64C2201/123 ,  B64C2201/162 ,  B64C2201/187 ,  B64D2211/00

Abstract: A method of launching a powered unmanned aerial vehicle at an altitude of at least 13,000 m, the method comprising lifting the vehicle by attachment to a lighter-than-air carrier from a substantially ground-level location to an elevated altitude, causing the vehicle to detach from the carrier while the velocity of the vehicle relative to the carrier is substantially zero, the vehicle thereafter decreasing in altitude as it accelerates to a velocity where it is capable of preventing any further descent and can begin independent sustained flight.

Abstract translation: 一种在至少13000米的高度上发射供电的无人驾驶飞行器的方法，该方法包括通过将空载承载装置从基本上地平面的位置附近提升到升高的高度，使得车辆 当车辆相对于承载件的速度基本上为零时，车辆离开载体，然后车辆随着其高度减小到能够防止任何进一步下降并且可以开始独立的持续飞行的速度。

公开(公告)号：US20130261914A1

公开(公告)日：2013-10-03

申请号：US13538107

申请日：2012-06-29

Applicant: Benjamin T. INGRAM ,  Robert Ussery ,  William M. Yates, III

Inventor： Benjamin T. INGRAM ,  Robert Ussery ,  William M. Yates, III

IPC: G01C21/34 ,  B60W40/04 ,  B60W40/06 ,  B60W10/18

CPC classification number: B64D33/00 ,  B60W20/12 ,  B60W30/143 ,  B60W30/146 ,  B60W30/188 ,  B60W2050/0089 ,  B60W2520/10 ,  B60W2550/12 ,  B60W2550/20 ,  B60W2550/402 ,  B60W2710/083 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/021 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/066 ,  B64C2201/104 ,  B64C2201/127 ,  B64C2201/187 ,  B64D27/24 ,  G01C21/3469

Abstract: A control system that makes adjustments, such as limiting the maximum speed or maximum torque in a vehicle, is provided. These adjustments can be based on knowledge about the vehicle and trip, and on the estimated energy remaining. The control system is applicable to a wide range of vehicles, including ground, air, water, and sea vehicles, as well as vehicles powered by battery, electricity, compressed natural gas, or even liquid fuel propulsion systems. The control system may be used to adjust vehicle operation in route to assure the vehicle reaches a destination and to inform or counteract a human vehicle operator. Control system can also be used in racing applications to calculate the fastest-possible race speed and drive torque for a given race length; or alternatively, in endurance racing or delivery applications to optimize the vehicle speed and/or drive torque for a given race length or route.

Abstract translation: 提供了进行调节的控制系统，例如限制车辆中的最大速度或最大扭矩。 这些调整可以基于关于车辆和行程的知识以及剩余的估计能量。 控制系统适用于各种车辆，包括地面，空气，水和海上车辆，以及由电池，电力，压缩天然气或甚至液体燃料推进系统供电的车辆。 控制系统可用于在路线中调整车辆操作，以确保车辆到达目的地并通知或抵消人类车辆操作者。 控制系统也可以用于赛车应用中，以计算给定的赛道长度的最快的赛车速度和驱动扭矩; 或者替代地，在耐力赛车或交付应用中，以针对给定的赛跑长度或路线优化车辆速度和/或驱动扭矩。

公开(公告)号：US08308106B2

公开(公告)日：2012-11-13

申请号：US13200466

申请日：2011-09-23

Applicant: Paul B. MacCready ,  Bart D. Hibbs ,  Robert F. Curtin

Inventor： Paul B. MacCready ,  Bart D. Hibbs ,  Robert F. Curtin

IPC: B64D27/24 ,  B64D27/00

CPC classification number: B64C1/26 ,  B64C3/10 ,  B64C3/14 ,  B64C9/24 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C39/10 ,  B64C2201/028 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/086 ,  B64C2201/104 ,  B64C2201/122 ,  B64C2201/141 ,  B64C2201/146 ,  B64C2201/165 ,  B64C2201/187 ,  B64D27/02 ,  B64D27/24 ,  B64D37/30 ,  B64D2041/005 ,  Y02T50/12 ,  Y02T50/32 ,  Y02T50/44 ,  Y02T50/64 ,  Y02T90/36

Abstract: Disclosed is an aircraft, configured to have a wide range of flight speeds, consuming low levels of power for an extended period of time, while supporting a communications platform with an unobstructed downward-looking view. The aircraft includes an extendable slat at the leading edge of the wing, and a reflexed trailing edge. The aircraft comprises a flying wing extending laterally between two ends and a center point. The wing is swept and has a relatively constant chord. The aircraft also includes a power module configured to provide power via a fuel cell. The fuel cell stores liquid hydrogen as fuel, but uses gaseous hydrogen in the fuel cell. A fuel tank heater is used to control the boil-rate of the fuel in the fuel tank. The fuel cell compresses ambient air for an oxidizer, and operates with the fuel and oxidizer at pressures below one atmosphere.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种被配置为具有宽范围的飞行速度的飞机，在延长的时间段内消耗低水平的功率，同时以无阻碍的向下观看的方式支持通信平台。 飞机在翼的前缘包括可延伸的板条，以及反射的后缘。 飞机包括在两端之间横向延伸的飞翼和中心点。 机翼被扫掠并具有相对恒定的和弦。 该飞机还包括被配置为经由燃料电池提供电力的功率模块。 燃料电池将液态氢作为燃料储存，而在燃料电池中使用气态氢。 燃料箱加热器用于控制燃料箱中的燃料的沸腾率。 燃料电池压缩氧化剂的环境空气，并在低于一个大气压的燃料和氧化剂下操作。

公开(公告)号：US07975959B2

公开(公告)日：2011-07-12

申请号：US11528647

申请日：2006-09-28

Applicant: Arie Perry ,  Ran Braier

Inventor： Arie Perry ,  Ran Braier

IPC: B64C25/50

CPC classification number: B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/021 ,  B64C2201/086 ,  B64C2201/187 ,  B64F1/00 ,  Y02T50/82

Abstract: A method for transferring airplanes and an unmanned airplane transfer system. The airplane transferring system includes: receiving a transfer signal responsive of a movement of an airplane control component; and transferring an airplane, by an unmanned airplane transfer system, in response to the transfer signal.

Abstract translation: 一种用于转移飞机和无人驾驶飞机转移系统的方法。 飞机传送系统包括：响应飞机控制部件的运动接收传送信号; 并且通过无人驾驶飞行器传送系统来响应于传送信号传送飞机。

公开(公告)号：US07059566B2

公开(公告)日：2006-06-13

申请号：US10856360

申请日：2004-05-27

Applicant: David W. Byers ,  Gary A. Hall ,  Graham D. Hunter ,  Colen G. Kennell ,  Aleksander B. Macander ,  Judah H. Milgram ,  Jason D. Strickland

Inventor： David W. Byers ,  Gary A. Hall ,  Graham D. Hunter ,  Colen G. Kennell ,  Aleksander B. Macander ,  Judah H. Milgram ,  Jason D. Strickland

IPC: B64C1/00

CPC classification number: B64C1/068 ,  B64C1/061 ,  B64C1/22 ,  B64C3/58 ,  B64C29/02 ,  B64C31/02 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/082 ,  B64C2201/084 ,  B64C2201/105 ,  B64C2201/128 ,  B64C2201/141 ,  B64C2201/185 ,  B64C2201/187 ,  B64D5/00

Abstract: A hollow elliptical-cylindrical hull conformingly houses a hollow rectangular-prismatic cabin whereby the four longitudinal parallel outside edges of the latter make contact with the inside surface of the former. The fully constructed aircraft (either non-powered or powered) includes the integral hull-plus-cabin structure along with nose, tail and airfoil structures that are coupled therewith. The cabin conformingly accommodates hollow rectangular-prismatic modules useful for cargo storage. While the nose and/or tail structure is uncoupled from the integral hull-plus-cabin structure, the modules are inserted into the cabin and the cabin is sealed. The aircraft is lifted (e.g., via airplane, helicopter, rocket or balloon) to a particular elevation and released, whereupon the two wings fully emerge and the aircraft effects controlled flight until reaching its destination. After landing, the nose and/or tail structure is uncoupled from the integral hull-plus-cabin structure, the cabin is unsealed, and the modules are removed from the cabin.

Abstract translation: 中空的椭圆柱形船体适合地容纳中空矩形棱柱舱，由此四个纵向平行的外边缘与前者的内表面接触。 完全构造的飞机（非动力或动力）包括一体的船体加舱结构以及与其结合的鼻，尾和翼型结构。 机舱适合容纳用于货物存储的中空矩形模块。 当鼻部和/或尾部结构与整体的船体 - 舱室结构脱离时，模块被插入到舱室中，舱室被密封。 飞机被提升（例如，通过飞机，直升机，火箭或气球）到特定的高度并被释放，于是两翼完全出现，并且飞机实现控制的飞行直到到达其目的地。 在着陆后，鼻部和/或尾部结构与整体式的船体 - 舱室结构脱离，舱室被开封，模块从舱室中取出。

公开(公告)号：US06676084B2

公开(公告)日：2004-01-13

申请号：US10168588

申请日：2002-06-24

Applicant: Jean Asseline ,  George De Noni

Inventor： Jean Asseline ,  George De Noni

IPC: B64D1734

CPC classification number: A63H27/08 ,  A63H30/04 ,  B64C2201/086 ,  B64C2201/105 ,  B64C2201/107 ,  B64C2201/127 ,  B64C2201/165 ,  B64C2201/187 ,  Y10S244/902 ,  Y10S244/903

Abstract: A small radio controlled flying device propelled by a thermal engine (20) with pusher type airscrew (19) for remote sensing, the device being capable of short take-off and landing and flying at maximum speed of 35 Km/h. The device includes a pod and wings, the pod (1) being a rigid tricycle carriage dismountable by disengagement of substantially pyramidal jig with rear base (2) and front apex (7), lower plane (3), two lateral planes (4, 5) and an upper plane (6). The base is a welded one-piece element that includes the engine, the airscrew, a tank and the radio control. The apex is a welded one-piece element. The lower plane and the two lateral planes include spars (11, 12) assembled at the base and as the apex. The lower plane includes at its three end angles two rear wheels (8) and a front wheel (9), the front wheel being provided to protrude towards the front in the apex and the wheels being low pressure tires. The wings (13) are a caisson-type supple parachute and are connected to the pod in an adjustable fashion by two front slings (17), two braking slings (18) acting on the two flaps/ailerons.

Abstract translation: 由具有推进式螺旋桨（19）的热力发动机（20）推进的用于遥感的小型无线电控制飞行装置，该装置能够以35Km / h的最大速度短时起飞和着陆并飞行。 该装置包括荚和翼，荚（1）是刚性三轮车，可通过基本上棱锥形的夹具与后基部（2）和前顶点（7），下平面（3），两个侧平面（4， 5）和上平面（6）。 底座是焊接的单件元件，包括发动机，螺旋桨，油箱和无线电控制。 顶点是焊接的单件元件。 下平面和两个横向平面包括组装在基部和顶点的翼梁（11,12）。 下平面在其三个端角处包括两个后轮（8）和前轮（9），前轮设置成朝向顶点的前部突出，并且轮是低压轮胎。 机翼（13）是沉箱式柔软的降落伞，并且通过两个前吊索（17）和作用在两个翼片/副翼上的两个制动吊索（18）以可调节的方式连接到吊舱。

公开(公告)号：US06409122B1

公开(公告)日：2002-06-25

申请号：US09761076

申请日：2001-01-17

Applicant: Leland M. Nicolai

Inventor： Leland M. Nicolai

IPC: B64C3500

CPC classification number: B64C35/005 ,  B60V1/08 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/048 ,  B64C2201/086 ,  B64C2201/088 ,  B64C2201/102 ,  B64C2201/104 ,  B64C2201/127 ,  B64C2201/141 ,  B64C2201/146 ,  B64C2201/162 ,  B64C2201/167 ,  B64C2201/187

Abstract: An anti-submarine warfare system includes an unmanned “sea-sitting” aircraft housing submarine detecting equipment, the aircraft including a body portion having a catamaran configuration adapted for stably supporting the body portion when sitting in water, the body portion including a fuselage and laterally disposed sponsons connected to the fuselage via platforms, and submarine detecting equipment housed within the fuselage and adapted to be electronically linked to sonobuoys disposed in adjacent water locations.

Abstract translation: 一种反潜战系统包括一个无人“海坐”飞机舱潜艇检测设备，该飞机包括一个主体部分，该主体部分具有适于在坐在水中时稳定地支撑主体部分的双体船结构，该主体部分包括机身和横向 通过平台连接到机身的安装支架，以及容纳在机身内的潜艇检测设备，并且适于与设置在相邻水位的声波电子电子连接。