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Aerial robotic systems

US12370677B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 26, 2023
Grant dateJul 29, 2025
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Expiry dateDec 26, 2043

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB25J19/023
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Systems and methods for performing a task in an aerial work environment by a robot system are described herein. An aerial robot system may be provided at a boom tip of an aerial device for performing work on aerial power/telecommunication systems. The aerial robot system may comprise manipulators including one or more robot unit manipulators and one or more auxiliary arms provided in a side-by-side configuration. The side-by-side configuration reduces a vertical profile of the aerial robot system over standard systems providing methods for accessing all points on standard aerial work environments. Furthermore, the aerial robot system may be configured to provide all necessary tools and replacements parts as well as storage for removal of parts in the aerial work environment. Aerial tasks may be performed by an operator, autonomously, or a combination of manual and autonomous.

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