Unmanned aerial vehicle self-centering and capture system and related methods
US11878815B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 21, 2021 |
| Grant date | Jan 23, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 13, 2042 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64U2101/60
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present invention relates to a system that can to capture, retain, and release a small UAV/drone. Exemplary embodiments include a plurality of capture mechanisms each include a capture arm coupled to an actuator. The capture mechanism can include two pivot points, one of which can move along a track or groove, to allow the capture arm to extend and retract while maintaining a small combined circumference during UAV landing while still being able to extend to engage with a retention ring on the UAV.
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