Deployment system and method for subsurface launched unmanned aerial vehicle
    63.
    发明授权
    Deployment system and method for subsurface launched unmanned aerial vehicle 失效
    地下发射无人机的部署系统和方法

    公开(公告)号:US07472866B2

    公开(公告)日:2009-01-06

    申请号:US11602436

    申请日:2006-11-15

    CPC classification number: B64F1/04 B63G8/28 B64C2201/084 B64C2201/205 F41F3/07

    Abstract: A launch system in which an unmanned aerial vehicle is secured to a platform in a watertight tube adapted to be launched from a submerged platform. Once launched, side panels on the tube are jettisoned and a flotation device is deployed to bring the tube to the surface. The flotation device maintains the tube in a vertical position when rising to and at the surface. After surfacing, a top-sealing cap of the tube is opened. A lifting mechanism within the tube raises the vertically oriented platform assembly up within the tube. Guide rails maintain the vertical orientation of the assembly during lifting. At the topmost point of travel, the assembly is raised clear of the tube and is disengaged from the guide rails, allowing the assembly to pivot about its attachment to the lifting mechanism and assume an orientation favorable for launching the UAV.

    Abstract translation: 一种发射系统,其中无人驾驶飞行器固定在适于从淹没平台发射的水密管中的平台上。 一旦启动,管上的侧面板被抛弃,并且布置浮选装置以将管带到表面。 当上升到表面时,浮选装置将管保持在垂直位置。 表面处理后,打开管子的顶盖。 管内的提升机构使垂直定向的平台组件向上升起。 导轨在升降过程中保持组件的垂直方向。 在最高点行程时,组件从管上升起并与导轨分离,允许组件围绕其附接件枢转到提升机构,并采取有利于发射无人机的方向。

    Deployment system and method for subsurface launched unmanned aerial vehicle
    64.
    发明申请
    Deployment system and method for subsurface launched unmanned aerial vehicle 失效
    地下发射无人机的部署系统和方法

    公开(公告)号:US20080111021A1

    公开(公告)日:2008-05-15

    申请号:US11602436

    申请日:2006-11-15

    CPC classification number: B64F1/04 B63G8/28 B64C2201/084 B64C2201/205 F41F3/07

    Abstract: A launch system is provided in which an unmanned aerial vehicle is secured to a platform in a watertight tube adapted to be launched from a submerged platform. Once launched, side panels on the tube are jettisoned and a flotation device is deployed to bring the tube to the surface. The flotation device maintains the tube in a vertical position when rising to and at the surface. After surfacing, a top-sealing cap of the tube is opened. A lifting mechanism within the tube raises the vertically oriented platform assembly up within the tube. Guide rails maintain the vertical orientation of the assembly during lifting. At the topmost point of travel, the assembly is raised clear of the tube and is disengaged from the guide rails, allowing the assembly to pivot about its attachment to the lifting mechanism and assume an orientation favorable for launching the UAV.

    Abstract translation: 提供了一种发射系统,其中无人驾驶飞行器固定在适于从浸没式平台发射的水密管中的平台上。 一旦启动,管上的侧面板被抛弃,并且布置浮选装置以将管带到表面。 当上升到表面时,浮选装置将管保持在垂直位置。 表面处理后,打开管子的顶盖。 管内的提升机构使垂直定向的平台组件向上升起。 导轨在升降过程中保持组件的垂直方向。 在最高点行程时,组件从管子上升起并与导轨分离,允许组件围绕其附接件枢转到提升机构,并采取有利于发射无人机的方向。

    Launch and recovery system for unmanned aerial vehicles
    65.
    发明申请
    Launch and recovery system for unmanned aerial vehicles 有权
    无人机的发射和恢复系统

    公开(公告)号:US20070108345A1

    公开(公告)日:2007-05-17

    申请号:US11510920

    申请日:2006-08-28

    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无人机(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)。

    Immersible unmanned air vehicle and system for launch, recovery, and re-launch at sea
    67.
    发明申请
    Immersible unmanned air vehicle and system for launch, recovery, and re-launch at sea 失效
    潜艇无人机和发射,恢复和重新发射的系统

    公开(公告)号:US20050230535A1

    公开(公告)日:2005-10-20

    申请号:US10823434

    申请日:2004-04-13

    Abstract: A sea-launched and recovered unmanned aircraft is disclosed. The aircraft is jet-powered and has features and systems to maintain watertight integrity such that it may be released from a submerged submarine or dropped into a body of water by a ship or an aircraft. The aircraft is buoyant and remains at or near the water surface before its rockets are ignited. The rockets propel the air vehicle out of the sea and accelerate it to flying speed at which time a jet engine is started and the rockets are jettisoned. The air vehicle performs its mission independently or in conjunction with other ones of the air vehicles. The air vehicle then returns to an assigned splashdown point at sea via, for example, an engine-off “whip-stall” maneuver. A submarine or ship may retrieve the air vehicle and readies it for another mission.

    Abstract translation: 披露了一架海上发射和回收的无人机。 飞机是喷气式动力的,并具有保持水密完整性的特征和系统,使得其可以从潜水艇释放或由船或飞机落入水体。 这架飞机是浮力的,并且在其火箭点火之前保持在水面或附近。 火箭将空中车辆推出大海,并将其加速到飞行速度,此时喷气发动机起动,火箭被放弃。 机动车辆独立地或与其他机动车辆一起执行任务。 然后,空中飞行器通过例如发动机关闭“鞭炮”操纵返回到海上指定的飞溅点。 潜艇或船只可以检索空中飞行器并准备进行另一个飞行任务。

    Method and apparatus for retrieving a flying object

    公开(公告)号:US20030222173A1

    公开(公告)日:2003-12-04

    申请号:US10347157

    申请日:2003-01-17

    Abstract: A method and an apparatus for capturing a flying object (5) are revealed. The apparatus includes a generally linear fixture (2), such as a length of rope; a means for suspending (1) the fixture (2) across the path of the flying object (5); and one or more hooks (19) on the flying object (5). The method involves suspending the fixture (2) such that its orientation includes a component normal to the flying object's line of approach; striking the fixture (2) with the flying object (5), which causes the flying object (5) to rotate and decelerate, while the fixture (2) slides along a surface of the flying object (5) into a hook (19); capturing the fixture (2) in the hook (19); and retrieving the flying object (5) from the fixture (2).

    Method for retrieving a fixed-wing aircraft without a runway
    70.
    发明授权
    Method for retrieving a fixed-wing aircraft without a runway 有权
    没有跑道检索固定翼飞机的方法

    公开(公告)号:US06264140B1

    公开(公告)日:2001-07-24

    申请号:US09426042

    申请日:1999-10-25

    Abstract: A method and apparatus for retrieving an aircraft in a confined space involves hanging a cable, for example from a kite or mast, across the aircraft's flight path. The aircraft approaches the cable in steady forward flight, and may strike the cable at any point on the wing, fuselage, or other leading surface. The cable then slides along the airframe as the aircraft moves forward, until it is intercepted by a hook attached to the wing tip or other convenient location. The hook captures the cable, and prevents further sliding; the cable then pulls the aircraft to a stop. Compliance of the cable, optionally combined with compliance of the cable suspension, provides acceptably gradual deceleration. The aircraft is left suspended in mid-air, and is then winched or slid to the base of the cable or other convenient retrieval point. The cable suspension and other fixed objects can be kept well clear of the flight path, so that the aircraft can continue safely in the event that it misses the cable, and make another approach.

    Abstract translation: 用于在密闭空间中检索飞行器的方法和装置涉及将诸如风筝或桅杆的电缆悬挂在飞机的飞行路径上。 飞机在稳定的前进飞行中接近电缆,并可能在机翼,机身或其他前导表面上的任何一点撞击电缆。 随着飞机向前移动,电缆随着机身滑动,直到被挂在翼尖或其他便利位置的钩子拦截。 钩子捕获电缆,并防止进一步滑动; 电缆然后拉飞机停下来。 电缆的符合性,可选地与电缆悬架的顺应性相结合,提供可接受的逐渐减速。 飞机悬挂在半空中,然后被绞盘或滑动到电缆的基座或其他方便的检索点。 电缆悬架和其他固定物体可以保持远离飞行路径,使飞机在错过电缆的情况下可以安全地继续,并进行另一种方法。

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