A system of a multi-rotor aircraft that capitalizes on the advantages of fixed wing elements combined with rotary wing structures. The fixed wing elements can help to generate lift once the aircraft is airborne and can thus reduce the need for larger lifting rotors which can allow for longer flight times and distances. Additionally, the systems disclosed herein take advantage of a partial in-wing configuration with a number of rotors to reduce the overall footprint of the vehicle while maintaining the flight efficiency that comes with combining features of fixed and rotary wing elements, and increasing operator safety by shrouding rotating parts. The unique configurations allow for a decoupling of the pitch, yaw and roll authority to reduce the complexity in control systems and improve the flight efficiency of the aircraft. Additional configurations implement the use of smaller thrust rotors that can be used to generate thrust as well as control yaw and thus counteract any remaining unbalanced torque.
A collective pitch adjustment mechanism for a variable-pitch rotor that has blades for rotation about a rotor axis, e.g., for a flight vehicle or drone, via a motor. The mechanism has a servo actuator and a bearing cage for blade rotation. The servo actuator varies the collective pitch of the blades via a pushrod, and a servo actuator arm is configured for rotation and connected to the pushrod via a joint. Mounting portions are provided for securement of the blades and an actuation horn is coupled to the pushrod. The blades are rotationally and/or translationally coupled to the actuation horn via the mounting portions. The servo actuator causes rotational movement of the servo actuator arm, which in turn causes translational movement of the pushrod, which causes linear movement of the actuation horn to thereby collectively cause a collective change in a pitch angle, i.e. the collective pitch, of the blades.
A collective pitch adjustment mechanism for a variable-pitch rotor that has blades for rotation about a rotor axis, e.g., for a flight vehicle or drone, via a motor. The mechanism has a servo actuator and a bearing cage for blade rotation. The servo actuator varies the collective pitch of the blades via a pushrod, and a servo actuator arm is configured for rotation and connected to the pushrod via a joint. Mounting portions are provided for securement of the blades and an actuation horn is coupled to the pushrod. The blades are rotationally and/or translationally coupled to the actuation horn via the mounting portions. The servo actuator causes rotational movement of the servo actuator arm, which in turn causes translational movement of the pushrod, which causes linear movement of the actuation horn to thereby collectively cause a collective change in a pitch angle, i.e. the collective pitch, of the blades.
B64U 40/10 - On-board mechanical arrangements for adjusting control surfaces or rotorsOn-board mechanical arrangements for in-flight adjustment of the base configuration for adjusting control surfaces or rotors
B64U 10/14 - Flying platforms with four distinct rotor axes, e.g. quadcopters
A coaxial rotor pair assembly, e.g., for a flight vehicle or drone, with a fixed-pitch rotor and a variable-pitch rotor that are axially spaced relative to one another on a rotor axis for rotation via rotor shafts. A first motor and a second motor are provided for the rotors to drive the respective rotor about the rotor axis. The first and second motors are each controlled by a speed controller, and speed controllers are controlled by a vehicle flight controller. A collective pitch of the plurality of blades of the variable-pitch rotor is configured to be selectively varied by the vehicle flight controller during rotation of both the fixed-pitch rotor and the variable-pitch rotor about the rotor axis. The plurality of blades of the fixed-pitch rotor are maintained a constant, fixed pitch, e.g., during operation of the flight vehicle.
B64U 40/10 - On-board mechanical arrangements for adjusting control surfaces or rotorsOn-board mechanical arrangements for in-flight adjustment of the base configuration for adjusting control surfaces or rotors
B64U 30/29 - Constructional aspects of rotors or rotor supportsArrangements thereof
B64C 39/02 - Aircraft not otherwise provided for characterised by special use
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COAXIAL ROTOR PAIR ASSEMBLY WITH VARIABLE COLLECTIVE PITCH ROTOR / PROPELLER FOR FLIGHT VEHICLE OR DRONE
A coaxial rotor pair assembly, e.g., for a flight vehicle or drone, with a fixed-pitch rotor and a variable-pitch rotor that are axially spaced relative to one another on a rotor axis for rotation via rotor shafts. A first motor and a second motor are provided for the rotors to drive the respective rotor about the rotor axis. The first and second motors are each controlled by a speed controller, and speed controllers are controlled by a vehicle flight controller. A collective pitch of the plurality of blades of the variable-pitch rotor is configured to be selectively varied by the vehicle flight controller during rotation of both the fixed-pitch rotor and the variable-pitch rotor about the rotor axis. The plurality of blades of the fixed-pitch rotor are maintained a constant, fixed pitch, e.g., during operation of the flight vehicle.
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Downloadable computer software for controlling and coordinating drones and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs); Downloadable computer software for route mapping for drones and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) Drones; Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs); Air vehicles in the nature of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs); Unmanned aerial systems (UASs) being drones Providing on-line non-downloadable software for controlling and coordinating drones and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs); Providing on-line nondownloadable software for route mapping for drones and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs)
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
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Downloadable computer software for controlling and coordinating drones and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs); Downloadable computer software for route mapping for drones and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) Drones; Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs); Air vehicles in the nature of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs); Unmanned aerial systems (UASs) being drones Providing on-line non-downloadable software for controlling and coordinating drones and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs); Providing on-line nondownloadable software for route mapping for drones and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs)
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
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Downloadable computer software for controlling and coordinating drones and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs); Downloadable computer software for route mapping for drones and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) Drones; Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs); Air vehicles in the nature of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs); Unmanned aerial systems (UASs) being drones Providing on-line non-downloadable software for controlling and coordinating drones and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs); Providing on-line non-downloadable software for route mapping for drones and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs)
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
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Downloadable computer software for controlling and coordinating drones and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs); Downloadable computer software for route mapping for drones and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) Drones; Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs); Air vehicles in the nature of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs); Unmanned aerial systems (UASs) being drones Providing on-line non-downloadable software for controlling and coordinating drones and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs); Providing on-line nondownloadable software for route mapping for drones and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs
10.
Systems and methods for efficient cruise and hover in VTOL
A system of a multi-rotor aircraft that capitalizes on the advantages of fixed wing elements combined with rotary wing structures. The fixed wing elements can help to generate lift once the aircraft is airborne and can thus reduce the need for larger lifting rotors which can allow for longer flight times and distances. Additionally, the systems disclosed herein take advantage of a partial in-wing configuration with a number of rotors to reduce the overall footprint of the vehicle while maintaining the flight efficiency that comes with combining features of fixed and rotary wing elements, and increasing operator safety by shrouding rotating parts. The unique configurations allow for a decoupling of the pitch, yaw and roll authority to reduce the complexity in control systems and improve the flight efficiency of the aircraft. Additional configurations implement the use of smaller thrust rotors that can be used to generate thrust as well as control yaw and thus counteract any remaining unbalanced torque.
A system of a multi-rotor aircraft that capitalizes on the advantages of fixed wing elements combined with rotary wing structures. The fixed wing elements can help to generate lift once the aircraft is airborne and can thus reduce the need for larger lifting rotors which can allow for longer flight times and distances. Additionally, the systems disclosed herein take advantage of a partial in-wing configuration with a number of rotors to reduce the overall footprint of the vehicle while maintaining the flight efficiency that comes with combining features of fixed and rotary wing elements, and increasing operator safety by shrouding rotating parts. The unique configurations allow for a decoupling of the pitch, yaw and roll authority to reduce the complexity in control systems and improve the flight efficiency of the aircraft. Additional configurations implement the use of smaller thrust rotors that can be used to generate thrust as well as control yaw and thus counteract any remaining unbalanced torque.
A system and method for controlling a multi-rotor aircraft that implements the unconventional use of different sized rotors. The different sized rotors than the main rotors tend to generate an unbalanced torque and pitch on the aircraft that effectively decouples the pitch and yaw control from the main rotors. The atypical design tends to lend itself to improved control capabilities and simplified control systems. Additional configurations implement the use of smaller thrust rotors that can be used to generate thrust as well as control yaw and thus counteract any remaining unbalanced torque from the odd auxiliary rotor.
A system and method for controlling a multi-rotor aircraft that implements the unconventional use of different sized rotors. The different sized rotors than the main rotors tend to generate an unbalanced torque and pitch on the aircraft that effectively decouples the pitch and yaw control from the main rotors. The atypical design tends to lend itself to improved control capabilities and simplified control systems. Additional configurations implement the use of smaller thrust rotors that can be used to generate thrust as well as control yaw and thus counteract any remaining unbalanced torque from the odd auxiliary rotor.
B64C 27/82 - RotorcraftRotors peculiar thereto characterised by the provision of an auxiliary rotor or fluid-jet device for counter-balancing lifting-rotor torque or changing direction of rotorcraft
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Business management of logistics for others; Business management services, namely, supply chain logistics, reverse logistics, and business management of the delivery of goods for others; Business operation, business administration and office function services relating to product distribution, logistics, reverse logistics, supply chain, and distribution services; Transportation logistics services, namely, arranging the planning and scheduling of shipments of goods for users of transportation services; transportation logistics services, namely, arranging the transportation of goods for others; transportation logistics services, namely, planning and scheduling shipments for users of transportation services; business management in the field of transportation of goods Transportation services, namely, transportation of cargo and goods; parcel delivery; Shipping and delivery service, namely, pickup, transportation, and delivery of packages by various modes of transportation; providing a website featuring transport information in the field of logistics and transportation services of goods; providing a website featuring information in the field of supply chain logistics services, namely, transportation and delivery of goods for others; delivery of goods
15.
HIGH-RESOLUTION CAMERA NETWORK FOR AI-POWERED MACHINE SUPERVISION
A network of high-resolution cameras for monitoring and controlling a drone within a specific operational environment such that the latency time for communication between the cameras and drone is less than that of human controlled drones. The drone can communication drone health data to the network of cameras where such information can be combined with visual image data of the drone to determine the appropriate flight path of the drone within the operational environment. The drone can then subsequently be controlled by the network of cameras by maintaining a constant visual image and flight control data of the drone as it operates within the environment.
A network of high-resolution cameras for monitoring and controlling a drone within a specific operational environment such that the latency time for communication between the cameras and drone is less than that of human controlled drones. The drone can communication drone health data to the network of cameras where such information can be combined with visual image data of the drone to determine the appropriate flight path of the drone within the operational environment. The drone can then subsequently be controlled by the network of cameras by maintaining a constant visual image and flight control data of the drone as it operates within the environment.
A system and method for controlling a multi-rotor aircraft that implements the unconventional use of an odd number of rotors. The odd or auxiliary rotor is designed to be smaller in diameter than the remaining main rotors and accordingly generates a smaller unbalanced torque and pitch on the aircraft. Additional configurations implement the use of smaller thrust rotors that can be used to generate thrust as well as control yaw and thus counteract any remaining unbalanced torque from the odd auxiliary rotor.
B64C 27/82 - RotorcraftRotors peculiar thereto characterised by the provision of an auxiliary rotor or fluid-jet device for counter-balancing lifting-rotor torque or changing direction of rotorcraft
B64C 39/02 - Aircraft not otherwise provided for characterised by special use
A system and method for controlling a multi-rotor aircraft that implements the unconventional use of an odd number of rotors. The odd or auxiliary rotor is designed to be smaller in diameter than the remaining main rotors and accordingly generates a smaller unbalanced torque and pitch on the aircraft. Additional configurations implement the use of smaller thrust rotors that can be used to generate thrust as well as control yaw and thus counteract any remaining unbalanced torque from the odd auxiliary rotor.
A system and method for controlling a multi-rotor aircraft that implements the unconventional use of different sized rotors. The different sized rotors than the main rotors tend to generate an unbalanced torque and pitch on the aircraft that effectively decouples the pitch and yaw control from the main rotors. The atypical design tends to lend itself to improved control capabilities and simplified control systems. Additional configurations implement the use of smaller thrust rotors that can be used to generate thrust as well as control yaw and thus counteract any remaining unbalanced torque from the odd auxiliary rotor.
A network of high-resolution cameras for monitoring and controlling a drone within a specific operational environment such that the latency time for communication between the cameras and drone is less than that of human controlled drones. The drone can communication drone health data to the network of cameras where such information can be combined with visual image data of the drone to determine the appropriate flight path of the drone within the operational environment. The drone can then subsequently be controlled by the network of cameras by maintaining a constant visual image and flight control data of the drone as it operates within the environment.
G05D 1/225 - Remote-control arrangements operated by off-board computers
G05D 1/226 - Communication links with the remote-control arrangements
G05D 1/249 - Arrangements for determining position or orientation using signals provided by artificial sources external to the vehicle, e.g. navigation beacons from positioning sensors located off-board the vehicle, e.g. from cameras
H04N 7/18 - Closed-circuit television [CCTV] systems, i.e. systems in which the video signal is not broadcast
A system of a multi-rotor aircraft that capitalizes on the advantages of fixed wing elements combined with rotary wing structures. The fixed wing elements can help to generate lift once the aircraft is airborne and can thus reduce the need for larger lifting rotors which can allow for longer flight times and distances. Additionally, the systems disclosed herein take advantage of a partial in-wing configuration with a number of rotors to reduce the overall footprint of the vehicle while maintaining the flight efficiency that comes with combining features of fixed and rotary wing elements, and increasing operator safety by shrouding rotating parts. The unique configurations allow for a decoupling of the pitch, yaw and roll authority to reduce the complexity in control systems and improve the flight efficiency of the aircraft. Additional configurations implement the use of smaller thrust rotors that can be used to generate thrust as well as control yaw and thus counteract any remaining unbalanced torque.
