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Load device control method, adapter apparatus, unmanned aerial vehicle, and control terminal

US11994878B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 22, 2020
Grant dateMay 28, 2024
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Expiry dateMar 30, 2043

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB64U2101/30
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A load device control method includes an adapter apparatus receiving a control command sent by an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) for controlling a load device connected to the UAV via the adapter apparatus, converting a first communication protocol between the UAV and the adapter apparatus into a second communication protocol between the adapter apparatus and the load device, and sending the control command to the load device using the second communication protocol.

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