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Autonomous drone diagnosis

US11858662B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 10, 2021
Grant dateJan 2, 2024
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Expiry dateNov 24, 2041

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06T2207/30164
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Embodiments of the present disclosure are directed to systems and methods for autonomously performing and/or facilitating drone diagnostic functions. Prior to a mission of a UAV, an inspection station comprising at least one imaging sensor and at least one directional force sensor may be used to perform a plurality of air worthiness inspections and/or maintenance checks with little to no human intervention. Once the UAV has been determined to be air worthy, it is approved for a subsequent mission.

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