Package delivery systems and related methods
US11691731B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 22, 2021 |
| Grant date | Jul 4, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 4, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64U2101/67
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Delivery systems for aerial vehicles include a plurality of securement straps configured to secure a package during flight of an aerial vehicle, at least one retaining strap, and a release mechanism. A proximal end region of each securement strap and a first end region of the at least one retaining strap are coupled to the aerial vehicle. A distal end region of each securement strap is coupled to the release mechanism such that when the release mechanism is actuated the release mechanism releases the distal end region of at least one securement strap of the plurality of securement straps, thereby delivering the package. The release mechanism remains coupled to a second end region of the at least one retaining strap when the release mechanism is actuated such that the securement straps, release mechanism, and retaining strap all may be pulled up and away from the package after delivery.
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