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UAV drop-plate for drop-payloads

US12103683B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateMay 18, 2023
Grant dateOct 1, 2024
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Expiry dateMay 29, 2043

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB64U2201/20
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) drop-plate includes a frame that extends along a plane. The frame includes a plurality of frame members separated by a plurality of openings that extend through the frame. Lugs are attached to the frame and are configured to extend along a direction perpendicular to the plane of the frame. Each lug is configured to engage with a corresponding engagement feature of a UAV Mechanical Release Device (MRD).

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