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Positioning mechanism, UAV dock using same, and UAV replenishment method

US10414517B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 18, 2017
Grant dateSep 17, 2019
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Expiry dateMar 6, 2038

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB64U70/30
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A positioning mechanism comprises a base comprising a landing area and a guide member. The landing area comprises a positioning portion. The guide member is movably arranged at the landing area and comprises a guide surface. The guide member is configured to be movable with respect to the base. A height of the guide member relative to the landing area is configured to be lower when the guide member is in a non-operating state than when the guide member is in an operating state. The guide surface is configured to adjoin the positioning portion when the guide member is in the operating state.

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