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Automated cartridge replacement system for unmanned aerial vehicle

US10822085B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 26, 2020
Grant dateNov 3, 2020
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Expiry dateFeb 26, 2040

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB64U2201/10
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A manifold attached to the UAV and a cartridge removably and replaceably attached to the manifold. Inside the cartridge is a removable insert for drawing contents out of the cartridge with a suction tube selectively positioned in fluid communication with a pump for removing chemicals from the cartridge for application by the UAV. The suction tube comprises a plurality of baffles around its circumference for dampening movement of the chemicals in the cartridge while the UAV is in motion.

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