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Package retrieval system with funneling mechanism

US12258124B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 17, 2023
Grant dateMar 25, 2025
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Expiry dateAug 17, 2043

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB64U2101/66
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A payload retrieval apparatus including a support structure having an upper end and a lower end; a first sloped surface secured to the support structure and a second sloped surface positioned adjacent the first sloped surface; an opening between the first and second sloped surfaces leading to a space to allow a payload retriever attached to a tether suspended from a UAV to travel into the space; an angled channel positioned beneath the first sloped surface having a tether slot to allow for passage of the tether as the payload retriever is drawn through the angled channel; and a payload holder positioned at the end of the angled channel.

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