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Vehicle mounted launcher for fixed-wing unmanned aerial vehicle

US10899472B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 11, 2017
Grant dateJan 26, 2021
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Expiry dateFeb 16, 2039

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB64U80/86
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A launch includes a frame including a platform defining a slot designed to slideably receive a rudder of a fixed-wing unmanned aerial vehicle. The launch includes two drive wheels rotatably supported by the frame and defining a space between each other. The space is open to the slot and designed to receive the rudder. The launch includes at least one variable speed drive wheel motor supported by the frame and operatively engaged with the drive wheels.

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