Communication system with dual mode relay sensor delivery
US12224847B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 30, 2022 |
| Grant date | Feb 11, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 26, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64U2101/60
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A communication system for sending surveillance signals in a hostile environment to an operator. The communication system comprises a plurality of relay sensors to transceive collected data between sequential relay sensors and ultimately to an operator. The communication system has a tractor for dispensing plural relay sensors throughout the hostile environment. The sensors may be dispensed by an elevator to a position where a relay sensor can be retrieved by a drone for placement to maintain line of sight communication. And relay sensors can be dispensed directly from the tractor to the ground or water. Direct dispensing of the relay sensors can occur through a hole in tractor or off a ramp.
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