Payload mounting platform
US10556708B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 14, 2019 |
| Grant date | Feb 11, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 14, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64U2201/20
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus for supporting a payload includes a first support member coupled to the payload and a flexible member configured to be electrically coupled to the first support member and the payload. The payload is configured to rotate around a first rotational axis relative to the first support member. The flexible member is configured to (i) wind around a portion of the first support member or the payload when the payload is rotated in a first direction around the first rotational axis, and (ii) unwind from around the portion when the first support member is rotated in a second direction opposite the first direction around the first rotational axis. The flexible member is configured to transmit sensor data indicating a spatial disposition of the payload or the first support member.
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