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04-10-2012 дата публикации

Articulated Sensor Support Structure

Номер: US20120251092A1
Автор: Christopher E. Fisher, John Peter Zwaan, Makoto Ueno, Marc L. Schmalzel
Принадлежит: AeroVironment Inc

Embodiments include an assembly comprising: (a) a camera support structure comprising: a masthead disposed on the distal end of a mast wherein the masthead is configured to receive an imaging element; where a proximal end of the mast rotatably engaging an azimuth-elevation joint assembly wherein the azimuth-elevation joint assembly comprises a first angular actuator of a first rotational degree-of-freedom and a second angular actuator of a second rotational degree of freedom; and (b) a camera support structure housing comprising an aperture and a hatch wherein the hatch is resiliently biased to close the aperture; and wherein the camera support structure is configured to overcome the hatch resilient bias by at least one of: the release of a pin restraining a loaded spring and a rotational actuation of the mast via at least one of the first angular actuator and the second angular actuator.

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Номер записи: 1
02-05-2013 дата публикации

Camera stabilization mechanism

Номер: US20130105619A1
Автор: Henry E. Kulesza, Michael Sean Buscher
Принадлежит: Vanguard Defense International LLC

Camera mount systems are disclosed herein. In one embodiment, a camera mount system is provided, including a first and a second axial arm configured to mount a camera system. The camera mount system further includes a plurality of pistons configured to attach the first and the second axial arms to a vehicle frame. The camera mount system also includes a plurality of springs configured to attach the first and the second axial arms to the vehicle frame, wherein the first and the second axial arms are disposed underslung to the vehicle frame, and wherein the pistons enable a first movement of the first and the second axial arms about a geometric plane and the springs enable a second movement of the first and the second axial arms along an axis normal to the geometric plane.

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Номер записи: 2
01-08-2013 дата публикации

UAV PAYLOAD MODULE CAMERA ASSEMBLY AND RETRACTION MECHANISM

Номер: US20130193269A1
Автор: "DAquila Christopher J.", Belik Pavel, Dimotakis Manolis, Zwaan John Peter
Принадлежит:

In one possible embodiment, a UAV payload module retraction mechanism is provided including a payload pivotally attached to a housing. A biasing member is mounted to bias the payload out of the housing and a winch is attached to the payload. An elongated flexible drawing member is coupled between the housing and the winch, the elongated drawing flexible member being capable of being drawn by the winch to retract the payload within the housing. 1. A UAV payload module retraction mechanism apparatus comprising:a) a payload module housing;b) a payload pivotally attached to the housing;c) a winch attached to the payload;d) a biasing member mounted to bias the payload out of the housing; ande) an elongated flexible drawing member coupled between the housing and the winch, the elongated flexible drawing member being capable of being drawn by the winch to retract the payload within the housing.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the biasing member comprises a spring.3. The apparatus of wherein the payload is pivotally attached to a forward position in the housing4. The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the payload is pivotally attached to a forward wall of the housing.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the payload is pivotally attached to the housing via a hinge.6. The apparatus of claim 5 , wherein the hinge is located forward of the payload in a stowed position.7. The apparatus of claim 5 , wherein the hinge comprises a pivot shaft claim 5 , and wherein the biasing member comprises a spring disposed about the pivot shaft.8. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the biasing member urges the payload into a deployed position.9. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the elongated flexible member is a cable.10. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the elongated flexible member is a belt.11. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the payload comprises a camera assembly comprising a camera.12. The apparatus of claim 11 , wherein the winch is mounted above the camera.13. The apparatus of ...

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Номер записи: 3
12-09-2013 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF CAPTURING LARGE AREA IMAGES IN DETAIL INCLUDING CASCADED CAMERAS AND/OR CALIBRATION FEATURES

Номер: US20130235199A1
Автор: NIXON Stuart William
Принадлежит: nearmap australia pty ltd

A method and system are presented in which images are captured from overview and detail imaging devices such that overview images are created with a first degree of redundancy, and detail images are captured with less overlap and a second degree of redundancy. 1a first image capture subsystem comprising a first imaging device configured for capturing, at a first instance in time, at least one overview image of an overview area; anda second image capture subsystem comprising a second imaging device configured for capturing, substantially concurrent with the first instance in time, at least one detail image of at least a portion of the overview area, the first and second image capture subsystems being configured such that a plurality of overview images results in an overview redundancy of image elements among the plurality of overview images and a plurality of detail images results in a detail redundancy of image elements among the plurality of detail images.. An image capture system comprising: This application is a Continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/565,232, filed Sep. 23, 2009, which is a Continuation in Part of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/101,167, filed Apr. 11, 2008, and entitled Systems and Methods of Capturing Large Area Images in Detail Including Cascaded Cameras and/or Calibration Features, the entire contents of each of which are incorporated herein by reference.Portions of the documentation in this patent document contain material that is subject to copyright protection. The copyright owner has no objection to the facsimile reproduction by anyone of the patent document or the patent disclosure as it appears in the Patent and Trademark Office file or records, but otherwise reserves all copyright rights whatsoever.Certain terminology is used herein for convenience only and is not to be taken as a limitation on the embodiments of the present disclosure. In the drawings, the same reference letters and numerals are employed for ...

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Номер записи: 4
05-12-2013 дата публикации

IMAGE CAPTURING

Номер: US20130321626A1
Автор: Finn Harry John, Parker David Robert, Stockton Simon Graham, Tebay Andrew Christopher
Принадлежит: BAE SYSTEMS plc

A camera assembly is disclosed for mounting on a vehicle (e.g. an aircraft). An exemplary camera assembly can include: a fixture (e.g. a rotatable drum); a camera; and a mirror; wherein the fixture is arranged to be rotated relative to the vehicle about an axis; the camera is mounted on the fixture such that the camera has a substantially fixed position relative to the fixture; the mirror is mounted on the fixture such that, if the fixture rotates, the mirror rotates; the mirror is rotatable relative to the fixture about a further axis, the further axis being substantially perpendicular to the axis; and the camera is arranged to detect electromagnetic radiation reflected by the mirror. The axis and the further axis may intersect. 1. A camera assembly for mounting on a vehicle , the camera assembly comprising:a fixture;a camera; anda mirror; whereinthe fixture is arranged to be rotated relative to the vehicle about an axis;the camera is mounted on the fixture such that the camera has a substantially fixed position relative to the fixture;the mirror is mounted on the fixture such that, if the fixture rotates, the mirror will rotate;the mirror is rotatable relative to the fixture about a further axis, the further axis being substantially perpendicular to the axis; andthe camera is arranged to detect electromagnetic radiation reflected by the mirror.2. A camera assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the axis and the further axis intersect.3. A camera assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the fixture comprises:a drum, the camera and the mirror being mounted inside the drum, and the axis being a longitudinal axis of the drum.4. A camera assembly according to claim 1 , the camera assembly comprising:a processor configured to process images generated by the camera.5. A camera assembly according to claim 1 , the camera assembly comprising:storage means arranged for storing images generated by the camera.6. A camera assembly according to claim 1 , comprising:transmitting ...

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Номер записи: 5
06-02-2014 дата публикации

Stabilizing Platform

Номер: US20140037278A1
Автор: Tao Wang
Принадлежит: Shenzhen Dajiang Innovations Technology Co Ltd

The present invention provides an apparatus and related methods for stabilizing a payload device such an imaging device. The methods and apparatus provide fast response time for posture adjustment of the payload device while reducing the energy used.

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Номер записи: 6
20-02-2014 дата публикации

GIMBAL SYSTEMS PROVIDING HIGH-PRECISION IMAGING CAPABILITIES IN A COMPACT FORM-FACTOR

Номер: US20140049643A1
Автор: Miller Rick, Mooty Greg, Segerstrom Eric
Принадлежит: ASCENDANT ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS

A small form-factor gimbal system that provides for stabilization of payload assets in a manner that provides improved stabilization capability. Such a small form-factor gimbal system provides for precision payload asset steering functionality through integration of an inertially stabilized two-axis gimbal in combination with a beam stabilization mechanism (BSM). In a preferred embodiment, such a small form-factor gimbal system has a gimbal diameter of about 5″ or less and employs a laser assembly having a Coudé path arrangement in which the laser beam passes from the azimuth subassembly to the elevation subassembly along the elevation subassembly rotational axis. 1. A two-axis gimbal system , comprising:a gimbal assembly including a base subassembly, an azimuth subassembly having a rotatably mounted on the base subassembly in a manner enabling the azimuth subassembly to rotate about a first rotational axis, and an elevation subassembly rotatably mounted on the azimuth subassembly in a manner enabling the elevation subassembly to rotate about a second rotational axis, wherein the second rotational axis extends substantially perpendicular to the first rotational axis;a laser amounted on the azimuth subassembly;a first laser light beam steering device amounted on the azimuth subassembly, wherein the first laser light beam steering device redirects a laser light output of the laser from a first laser light beam travelling direction to a second laser light beam travelling direction and wherein the second laser light beam travelling direction is substantially along the second rotational axis;a second laser light beam steering device mounted on the elevation subassembly for redirecting the laser light output from along the second laser light beam travelling direction to along a third laser light beam travelling direction; anda micro-electro-mechanical system (MEMS) gyro mounted on the elevation subassembly.2. The two-axis gimbal system of wherein the second laser light ...

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Номер записи: 7
06-03-2014 дата публикации

REMOTE DETECTION, CONFIRMATION AND DETONATION OF BURIED IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES

Номер: US20140062754A1
Автор: Mohamadi Farrokh
Принадлежит:

A small unmanned aerial system (sUAS) is used for remotely detecting concealed explosive devices—such as buried or otherwise hidden improvised explosive devices (IED)—and exploding or disarming the device while an operator of the sUAS, or other personnel, remain at a safe distance. The sUAS system can be operated at an extended, e.g., greater than 100 meters, standoff from the detection apparatus, explosive, and potential harm and may be operated by a single member of an explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) team. The sUAS may be implemented as an easy-to-operate, small vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aircraft with a set of optical, thermal, and chemical detection modules for detecting an IED by aerial surveillance, confirming the existence of explosives, and providing options for detonating the IED electrically or by delivery of a payload (e.g., object or device) to neutralize the IED while maintaining the sUAS itself safe from harm. 1. A system comprising:an aircraft having a plurality of wing unit propellers for vertical takeoff and landing;a control system included in the aircraft for controlling flight of the aircraft both autonomously and from a remote location;an ultra-wideband (UWB) radar imaging system for detecting the presence of buried objects, wherein the UWB radar imaging system is carried by the aircraft; and 'the system is configured to perform an autonomous scan of a suspect area by autonomously flying the aircraft in a search pattern over the suspect area and interrogating the suspect area with the UWB radar imaging system.', 'a telemetry system carried by the aircraft for providing information from the UWB radar imaging system to the remote location, wherein'}2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising:a global positioning system (GPS) unit carried by the aircraft; and whereinthe system determines a start point for autonomously flying the search pattern from a global positioning system (GPS) waypoint.3. The system of claim 1 , further ...

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Номер записи: 8
07-01-2021 дата публикации

INTEGRATED SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING, DETECTING, MONITORING, EVALUATING AND TREATING CROP PESTS

Номер: US20210000097A1
Автор: BOLLATI Luciana V., CHIAPERO Ezequiel Manavela, MARCHESINI Gerardo R., SEQUEIROS Walter Daniel
Принадлежит:

An automated system for monitoring and treating pests in a crop field, comprising at least one trap for monitoring and identifying pests, at least one UA V containing at least one chemical or biological products; a home base for parking or storing said at least one UA V when they are not operating; at least one database server; and equipment for communicating with said at least one trap, said at least one home base, said at least one UA V and said at least one database server. 1. An automated system for monitoring and treating pests in a crop field; said system comprising: i. a pest attraction component;', 'ii. an adhesive pad configured for immobilizing attracted pests;', 'iii. a sensor arrangement for locating and identifying said attracted pests;, 'a. at least one trap for monitoring and identifying pests; said at least one trap having known coordinates; said at least one trap comprising i. means for carrying and dispensing at least one chemical;', 'ii. a positioning unit for tracking coordinates of said at least one UAV at all times;, 'b. at least one UAV comprisingc. a home base for parking or storing said at least one spraying UAV;d. at least one database server;e. a communication unit interconnecting said at least one trap, said at least one home base, said at least one UAV and said at least one database server;f. software configured for creating and maintaining a map of said pests detected and identified by said at least one trap having known coordinates in said crop field and cultivated plants therewithin; said software configured for determining desirable pest control measures applicable to said crop field and cultivated plants therewithin by means of said at least one UAV carrying and dispensing at least one chemical;g. a flight controller for controlling said at least one UAV according to pest control measures by determined by said software.2. The system according to claim 1 , wherein said sensor arrangement comprising a sensor configured for locating ...

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Номер записи: 9
05-01-2017 дата публикации

Methods and systems for directing birds away from equipment

Номер: US20170000106A1
Автор: Jordin T. Kare, Lowell L. Wood, JR., Muriel Y. Ishikawa, Roderick A. Hyde, Thomas A. Weaver, William D. Duncan
Принадлежит: ELWHA LLC

A system for directing a bird away from equipment includes an item of equipment and a detector configured to detect a bird that could be harmed by or that could harm the equipment and to determine the proximity of the bird to the equipment. The system also includes an unmanned aerial vehicle and a pilot system configured to control the unmanned aerial vehicle.

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Номер записи: 10
07-01-2021 дата публикации

Optical path length adjustment

Номер: US20210002000A1
Автор: Zisheng Cao
Принадлежит: SZ DJI Technology Co Ltd

A system for adjusting an optical path length includes: a camera body; an image sensor coupled to the camera body; a first optical device coupled to the camera body; and a second optical device coupled to the camera body. At least one of the first and the second optical devices are movable relative to the camera body. The optical path length between the image sensor and the camera body opening is continuously adjusted by movement of the at least one of the first and the second optical devices relative to the image sensor. As the at least one of the first and the second optical devices move relative to the image sensor, the first optical device is in continuous contact with the second optical device.

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Номер записи: 11
05-01-2017 дата публикации

SITE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM, IN-FLIGHT DETECTION METHOD, AND NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER READABLE MEDIUM STORING PROGRAM OF SITE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

Номер: US20170001723A1
Автор: Tanahashi Atsushi
Принадлежит: KABUSHIKI KAISHA TOPCON

A site management system includes an unmanned airplane being switchable between an airplane mode for high speed flight and a VTOL mode for low speed flight, a working vehicle working in a civil construction site, a shape detection sensor provided in the unmanned airplane to detect a shape of the civil construction site, and an external control apparatus that controls flight of the unmanned airplane, driving of the working vehicle, and driving of the shape detection sensor. The external control apparatus moves the unmanned airplane to an observation area by performing the high speed flight. Further, the external control apparatus detects a shape of the observation area by driving the shape detection sensor while performing the high speed flight or by driving the shape detection sensor while performing low speed flight by switching from the airplane mode to the VTOL mode. 1. A site management system comprising:an unmanned airplane being switchable between an airplane mode for high speed flight and a VTOL mode for low speed flight;a working vehicle working in a civil construction site;a shape detection sensor provided in the unmanned airplane, the shape detection sensor being driven to detect a shape of the civil construction site; andan external control apparatus that controls flight of the unmanned airplane, driving of the working vehicle, and driving of the shape detection sensor,wherein the external control apparatus moves the unmanned airplane to an observation area in the civil construction site by performing the high speed flight of the unmanned airplane in the airplane mode, andthe external control apparatus detects a shape of the observation area by driving the shape detection sensor while performing the high speed flight of the unmanned airplane in the airplane mode or by driving the shape detection sensor while performing low speed flight of the unmanned airplane by switching from the airplane mode to the VTOL mode.2. The site management system according to ...

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Номер записи: 12
05-01-2017 дата публикации

UNMANNED SUPPLY DELIVERY AIRCRAFT

Номер: US20170001724A1
Автор: YATES William M.
Принадлежит:

A heavy payload, autonomous UAV able to deliver supply by way of airdrop with more precision and at a lower cost. The UAV can be equipped with a movable wing system. The UAV can include a removable storage box. The UAV can be equipped with a drogue parachute for deploying the wings upon jettison of the UAV from a mothership. The UAV can be controlled remotely or it can operate autonomously. The UAV can include canard wings. The canard wings and the movable wings can include ailerons to effectuate flight control of the UAV. The UAV can be reusable or can be an expandable UAV. The UAV's wings can be configured to automatically separate from the UAV during the landing sequence. 1. An unmanned delivery aircraft comprising:a fuselage cargo container;the fuselage cargo container comprising a lid and a bottom portion;a first pivoting wing system connected to the lid;a second pivoting wing system connected to the lid;a guidance control system; andone or more flight controls operable by the guidance control system;wherein each of the first and second pivoting wing systems can pivot from a stowed position to a deployed position.2. The unmanned delivery aircraft of claim 1 , wherein the first pivoting wing system comprises a single pivoting wing.3. The unmanned delivery aircraft of claim 1 , wherein the first pivoting wing system comprises two pivoting wings.4. The unmanned delivery aircraft of claim 1 , wherein the second pivoting wing system comprises two pivoting wings.5. The unmanned delivery aircraft of claim 1 , wherein the first and second pivoting wing systems have the same design.6. The unmanned delivery aircraft of claim 1 , wherein the first pivoting wing system comprise main wings and the second pivoting wing system comprise canard wings.7. The unmanned delivery aircraft of claim 1 , wherein the lid is detachably connected to the bottom portion.8. The unmanned delivery aircraft of claim 8 , further comprising at least one latch securing the lid to the bottom ...

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Номер записи: 13
04-01-2018 дата публикации

SELF-STABILIZING SPHERICAL UNMANNED AERIEL VEHICLE CAMERA ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20180002035A1
Автор: NEELY Carl Michael
Принадлежит:

A self-stabilizing spherical unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) camera assembly, including: a stabilizer assembly; a plurality of motors coupled to the stabilizer assembly; a spherical camera mounting cage assembly disposed about and coupled to the stabilizer assembly; and a plurality of cameras coupled to the spherical camera mounting cage assembly. Preferably, the plurality of cameras include a plurality of stereoscopic cameras coupled to an exterior of the spherical camera mounting cage assembly. The self-stabilizing spherical UAV camera assembly is capable of taking/recording 360 degree×180 degree stereoscopic photo/video content. The self-stabilizing spherical UAV camera assembly can also be used with various real-time visualization and control technologies. 1. A self-stabilizing spherical unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) camera assembly , comprising:a stabilizer assembly;a plurality of motors coupled to the stabilizer assembly;a spherical camera mounting cage assembly disposed about and coupled to the stabilizer assembly; anda plurality of cameras coupled to an exterior of the spherical camera mounting cage assembly, thereby unobstructed by the stabilizer assembly.2. The UAV camera assembly of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of motors comprises one of a plurality of propellers and a plurality of ducted fans operable for lifting and controlling the UAV camera assembly.3. The UAV camera assembly of claim 1 , wherein the stabilizer assembly is operable for tilting the spherical camera mounting cage assembly about two axes with respect to the stabilizer assembly.4. The UAV camera assembly of claim 1 , wherein the stabilizer assembly is operable for rotating the spherical camera mounting cage assembly about a central axis with respect to the stabilizer assembly.5. The UAV camera assembly of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of cameras comprises a plurality of stereoscopic cameras adapted to obtain panoramic images free from obstructions from the stabilizer assembly.6. The ...

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Номер записи: 14
04-01-2018 дата публикации

Obstacle avoidance device

Номер: US20180002036A1
Автор: Jiang Wenyan, TIAN YU
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An obstacle avoidance device for detecting surroundings of an unmanned mobile device is disclosed, which includes a stabilization platform connected with the unmanned mobile device, wherein the stabilization platform includes a stabilizer for ensuring stably bearing at least one platform camera; and an obstacle avoidance module fixed with the stabilization platform, so as to reduce interferences to detecting the surroundings by the obstacle avoidance module when the unmanned mobile device acts. The obstacle avoidance device of the present invention is able to keep a stable attitude while the unmanned mobile device is unstable and changes an attitude thereof, so as to effectively avoid obstacles. 1. An obstacle avoidance device for detecting surroundings of an unmanned mobile device , which comprises:a stabilization platform connected with the unmanned mobile device, which comprises a stabilizer for ensuring stably bearing at least one platform camera; andan obstacle avoidance module fixed with the stabilization platform, so as to reduce interferences to detecting the surroundings by the obstacle avoidance module when the unmanned mobile device acts.2. The obstacle avoidance device claim 1 , as recited in claim 1 , wherein the stabilization platform comprises a rotation shaft unit and a stabilization holder; the obstacle avoidance module is installed on the stabilization holder; the stabilization holder is movably connected with the unmanned mobile device through the rotation shaft unit claim 1 , so that the obstacle avoidance module moves relatively to the unmanned mobile device and maintains the attitude when the unmanned mobile device acts.3. The obstacle avoidance device claim 1 , as recited in claim 1 , wherein through the rotation shaft unit claim 1 , the stabilization holder rotates in three mutually perpendicular planes claim 1 , or two mutually perpendicular planes claim 1 , or in a single plane.4. The obstacle avoidance device claim 2 , as recited in claim ...

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Номер записи: 15
03-01-2019 дата публикации

AIRCRAFT

Номер: US20190002075A1
Автор: Matsumoto Hiroyuki, TOYAMA Masayuki, TSUJI Atsuhiro, YUMIKI Naoto
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An aircraft includes: a plurality of rotor units each including a propeller and a motor that drives the propeller; a plurality of shock absorbers including a first shock absorber and a second shock absorber different from the first shock absorber, the first shock absorber defining a first gas chamber containing a first gas that is less dense than air; and a release unit that is disposed on the first shock absorber and configured to release the first gas contained in the first gas chamber at a predetermined timing. 1. An aircraft , comprising:a plurality of rotor units each including a propeller and a motor that drives the propeller;a plurality of shock absorbers including a first shock absorber and a second shock absorber different from the first shock absorber, the first shock absorber defining a first gas chamber containing a first gas that is less dense than air; anda release unit that is disposed on the first shock absorber and configured to release the first gas contained in the first gas chamber at a predetermined timing.2. The aircraft according to claim 1 , whereinthe second shock absorber is disposed at least in a lower portion of the aircraft.3. The aircraft according to claim 2 , whereinthe second shock absorber laterally covers the plurality of rotor units, across a height of the plurality of rotor units in an up-and-down direction.4. The aircraft according to claim 1 , whereinthe second shock absorber defines a second gas chamber containing a second gas that is more dense than the first gas.5. The aircraft according to claim 1 , whereinthe first shock absorber is disposed in an upper portion of the aircraft.6. The aircraft according to claim 1 , wherein includes a valve that selectively places the first gas chamber in fluid communication with an outside space; and', 'is configured to release the first gas contained in the first gas chamber to the outside space by opening the valve at the predetermined timing., 'the release unit7. The aircraft according ...

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Номер записи: 16
03-01-2019 дата публикации

AIRCRAFT

Номер: US20190002093A1
Автор: ICHIMURA Shigenori, IYOBE Tatsuya, Matsumoto Hiroyuki, Muramatsu Fumio, TAKITA Mizuki, TOYAMA Masayuki
Принадлежит: Panasonic Intellectual Property Management Co., Ltd.

An aircraft includes: a plurality of rotor units each including propeller and motor that drives propeller; a shock absorber covering an entire vertical length of a lateral side of the plurality of rotor units; and a plurality of rudders each being disposed downstream of a corresponding one of the plurality of rotor units and rotating about axis of rotation that extends in a direction intersecting a flow direction of air current generated by the corresponding one of the plurality of rotor units. 112-. (canceled)13. An aircraft , comprising:N rotor units each including a propeller and a motor that drives the propeller, N being an integer greater than or equal to 3;a shock absorber covering a lateral side of the N rotor units; andN rudders each being disposed downstream of a corresponding one of the N rotor units and rotating about an axis of rotation that extends in a direction intersecting a flow direction of air current generated by the corresponding one of the N rotor units,wherein the N rotor units are disposed on a virtual circle at intervals of (360 degrees/N), the virtual circle being centered about a predetermined reference point of the aircraft in a top view.14. The aircraft according to claim 13 ,wherein N is 4.15. The aircraft according to claim 13 ,wherein the shock absorber defines N ventilation holes vertically passing through the shock absorber, andeach of the N rudders is disposed in a different one of the N ventilation holes, together with the corresponding one of the N rotor units.16. The aircraft according to claim 13 ,wherein the shock absorber comprises a balloon containing gas.17. The aircraft according to claim 13 ,wherein each of the N rudders is disposed in an orientation in which the axis of rotation of each of the N rudders intersects the virtual circle along a circumferential direction.18. The aircraft according to claim 17 ,wherein each of the N rudders is disposed in an orientation in which the axis of rotation of each of the N rudders is ...

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Номер записи: 17
06-01-2022 дата публикации

ENHANCED SYSTEMS, APPARATUS, AND METHODS FOR POSITIONING OF AN AIRBORNE RELOCATABLE COMMUNICATION HUB SUPPORTING A PLURALITY OF WIRELESS DEVICES

Номер: US20220004980A1
Автор: Burch, Doyle David A., Popp Brian D., V Reuben F.
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Improved systems, apparatus, and methods for enhanced positioning of an airborne relocatable communication hub supporting wireless devices are described. Such a method begins with moving an aerial communication drone operating as the airborne relocatable communication hub to a first deployed airborne position, detecting a first signal broadcast by a first wireless device using a communication hub interface on the drone, and detecting a second signal broadcast by a second wireless device using the communication hub interface. The method has the drone comparing a first connection signal strength for the first signal and a second connection signal strength for the second signal, and repositioning the aerial communication drone to a second deployed airborne position based upon the comparison. Once repositioned at the second deployed airborne position, the method has the drone linking the first and second wireless devices using the communication hub interface on the aerial communication drone. 136-. (canceled)37. An improved method for enhanced positioning of an airborne relocatable communication hub supporting a plurality of wireless devices , the method comprising the steps of:moving an aerial communication drone operating as the airborne relocatable communication hub to a first airborne deployed position;detecting, by a directional antenna coupled to a communication hub interface on the aerial communication drone, a plurality of concentrations of the wireless devices, wherein each of the concentrations corresponding to one of a respective plurality of directions from the first deployed airborne position;relocating the aerial communication drone operating as the airborne relocatable communication hub to a second airborne deployed position based upon a highest of the concentrations of the wireless devices, the second airborne deployed position being in the one of the directions corresponding to the highest of the detected concentrations of the wireless devices; ...

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Номер записи: 18
03-01-2019 дата публикации

Aerial vehicle image capturing systems

Номер: US20190002124A1
Автор: Kyle Garvin
Принадлежит: Individual

A method, system, apparatus, and/or device for capturing an image from an aerial vehicle. The method, system, apparatus, and/or device may include a boom, a motor, a propeller, a controller, a top plate, a bottom plate, and an image capturing device. The boom may be an arm that extends outwardly. The motor may be connected to an end of the boom. The propeller may be connected to the motor. The motor may be configured to rotate the propeller to lift the system, the apparatus, and/or the device into flight when the motor is engaged. The controller may be configured to control the motor. The top plate may be connected to a first end of the boom. The bottom plate may be connected to a second end of the boom. The image capturing device may be mounted to the top plate or the bottom plate.

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Номер записи: 19
03-01-2019 дата публикации

Stabilizing platform and camera

Номер: US20190002125A1
Автор: Chengyu YIN, Peng Bin, PENG Wang
Принадлежит: SZ DJI Technology Co Ltd

A stabilizing platform for stabilizing a payload includes a frame assembly, a plurality of actuators, and a plurality of electronic speed control (ESC) units. The frame assembly includes a plurality of frame components movable relative to one another and is configured to support the payload. The plurality of actuators are configured to permit the plurality of frame components to move relative to one another. The plurality of actuators include a first actuator that is configured to control movement of the payload about a first axis and a second actuator that is configured to control movement of the payload about a second axis. Each of the plurality of ESC units is electrically coupled to a corresponding actuator of the plurality of actuators and is configured to control actuation of the corresponding actuator. At least one of the plurality of ESC units is received in the payload.

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Номер записи: 20
05-01-2017 дата публикации

MOTOR MOUNTING STRUCTURE IN PAN-TILT DEVICE

Номер: US20170002975A1
Автор: SUN Hongtao, Yang Jianjun
Принадлежит: ZEROTECH (SHENZHEN) INTELLIGENCE ROBOT CO., LTD.

A gimbal includes a base and a first support rotatably provided on the base; the first support is in an L-shape and includes a first arm and a second arm constructing the L shape, the first arm is rotatably connecting with the base; and the second arm includes a first electric motor fixing structure. An unmanned aerial vehicle including the gimbal is also provided. 110-. (canceled)11. A gimbal , including a base and a first support rotatably provided on the base , wherein the first support is in an L-shape and includes a first arm and a second arm constructing the L shape ,the first arm is rotatably connecting with the base; andthe second arm includes a first electric motor fixing structure.12. The gimbal according to claim 11 , further including a base electric motor provided on the base claim 11 , wherein the first arm is rotatably connected with the base electric motor claim 11 , whereby the first arm is rotatably connected to the base; andthe first support is capable of being driven by the base electric motor to rotate about a first rotation axis.13. The gimbal according to claim 12 , further including a first electric motor claim 12 , wherein the first electric motor is fixed on the first support by the first electric motor fixing structure.14. The gimbal according to claim 13 , wherein the first electric motor fixing structure includes a mounting groove provided in an end of the second arm.15. The gimbal according to claim 14 , wherein the first electric motor includes a mounting plug claim 14 , and the mounting plug of the first electric motor is inserted in the mounting groove of the second arm.16. The gimbal according to claim 12 , further including a first electronic speed governor claim 12 , wherein the first electronic speed governor is fixed on the second arm.17. The gimbal according to claim 16 , wherein the second arm further includes a recess provided at its sidewall claim 16 , and the first electronic speed governor is provided in the recess of the ...

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Номер записи: 21
02-01-2020 дата публикации

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR ADAPTIVE GIMBAL

Номер: US20200003357A1
Автор: Li Weidong, SU Tie
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A stabilizing unit includes a frame assembly including a plurality of frame components movable relative to one another and configured to support a payload, a base support coupling the frame assembly to a movable object, one or more inertial sensors attached to the frame assembly or the payload and configured to collect attitude information of the payload, one or more location sensors attached to the base support or one or more frame components and configured to collect location data, one or more actuators configured to control movement of the frame components, and one or more processors configured to control an attitude of the payload based on corrected attitude data by controlling the one or more actuators. The corrected attitude data is calculated based on the attitude information and a horizontal acceleration of the payload that is determined based on the location data. 1. A stabilizing unit for controlling an attitude of a payload comprising:a frame assembly comprising a plurality of frame components movable relative to one another, wherein the frame assembly is configured to support the payload;a base support configured to couple the frame assembly to a movable object;one or more inertial sensors attached to the frame assembly or the payload, wherein the one or more inertial sensors are configured to collect attitude information of the payload about a plurality of rotational axes;one or more location sensors attached to (1) the base support, or (2) one or more of the plurality of frame components of the frame assembly, wherein the one or more location sensors are configured to collect location data;one or more actuators configured to control movement of the plurality of frame components; andone or more processors configured to control the attitude of the payload based on corrected attitude data by controlling the one or more actuators, wherein the corrected attitude data is calculated based on the attitude information collected by the one or more inertial ...

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Номер записи: 22
04-01-2018 дата публикации

LENS MOUNT ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20180004070A1
Автор: McVey Ray, Po Li Chiao
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A lens mount assembly is configured to support a lens assembly having a lens ring and at least one lens secured to the lens ring. The lens mount assembly includes a ring mount having an annular body with at least two retaining arms that project from the annular body, a flexure configured to be secured to the ring mount, and at least two bellows. Each bellows is configured to be secured to a respective retaining arm of the at least two retaining arms of the ring mount. The at least two bellows further are configured to engage the flexure. 1. A lens mount assembly configured to support a lens assembly having a lens ring and at least one lens secured to the lens ring , the lens mount assembly comprising:a ring mount including an annular body having at least two retaining arms that project from the annular body;a flexure configured to be secured to the ring mount; andat least two bellows, each bellows being configured to be secured to a respective retaining arm of the at least two retaining arms of the ring mount, the at least two bellows further being configured to engage the flexure.2. The lens mount assembly of claim 1 , wherein each retaining arm of the at least two retaining arms project perpendicularly from the annular body of the ring mount.3. The lens mount assembly of claim 2 , wherein the at least two retaining arms include three retaining arms and the at least two bellows include three bellows.4. The lens mount assembly of claim 3 , wherein the three retaining arms are spaced equidistant from one another.5. The lens mount assembly of claim 3 , wherein each retaining arm includes a tab portion that projects over the lens assembly when the lens assembly is assembled onto the ring mount.6. The lens mount assembly of claim 5 , wherein each tab portion includes a first opening sized to receive at least a portion of the bellows therein and a second opening sized to receive a positioning pin or fastener to secure the retaining arm of the ring mount of the lens mount ...

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Номер записи: 23
04-01-2018 дата публикации

Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Weapon System and Method of Operation

Номер: US20180004203A1
Автор: Ryabov Artem
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An unmanned aerial vehicle weapon system and method of operation which includes an unmanned aerial vehicle having navigational and weapon aiming cameras, remote controlled flight controls and a rifle type of weapon mounted in the wing transversely to the axis of the fuselage where the aerial vehicle is directed to a general target area and controlled to fly in a circular trajectory above and around a specific target within the target area until acquiring the target with the aiming camera and adjusting the bank angle of the vehicle to direct the weapon to the specific target. 1. A method of acquiring and destroying a target comprising the steps of;remotely control a weapon carrying unmanned aerial vehicle to a target area,identify a target within the target area,acquire the distance to the target and compute a circular trajectory of the unmanned aerial vehicle around the target,execute the computed circular trajectory around the target,remotely control the unmanned aerial vehicle to aim the weapon at the identified target along a radius of the circular trajectory.2. The method of and further including the step of claim 1 ,controlling the unmanned aircraft autonomously to maintain the target on sight throughout the circular trajectory.3. The method of and further including the step of claim 2 ,remotely controlling the firing of the weapon radially of the circular trajectory.4. An unmanned aerial vehicle weapon system comprising claim 2 ,an unmanned aerial vehicle including a fuselage having a longitudinal axis, power plant, flight controls and at least one rigid lifting surface structure,a wide-angle video camera, having a rangefinder, carried by the at least one rigid lifting surface structure,a telescopic aiming camera, having a rangefinder, carried by the at least one rigid lifting surface structure,a weapon having a barrel and carried within the at least one rigid lifting surface structure where the barrel is positioned and arranged perpendicularly to the ...

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Номер записи: 24
04-01-2018 дата публикации

CAMERA CONFIGURATION ON MOVABLE OBJECTS

Номер: US20180004232A1
Автор: TANG Ketan, ZHANG Honghui, Zhao Cong
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Systems and methods for obstacle detection and state information determination are provided. In some embodiments, a movable object may carry one or more imaging devices. The imaging devices may be arranged on the movable object so as to have a field of view oriented vertically relative to the movable object. The arrangement of the imaging device may complement or supplant existing arrangement schemes and provide efficient, multi-functional and cost-effective means of arranging imaging devices on movable objects. 1. A method for using an imaging device carried by a movable object , the method comprising:receiving, at one or more processors, first image data from the imaging device carried by the movable object, wherein the imaging device is arranged on top of the movable object;generating, at the one or more processors, a control signal to control one or more propulsion units of the movable object to cause the movable object to move;receiving, at the one or more processors, second image data from the imaging device having the field of view oriented upward relative to the movable object after the movable object has moved;identifying, with aid of the one or more processors, a target based on the first image data and the second image data; anddetermining, with aid of the one or more processors, state information of the movable object or the target, based on the first image data and the second image data.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the state information of the movable object is a position of the movable object.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the state information of the movable object is a velocity of the movable object.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the state information comprises details of the target.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the imaging device is fixedly arranged with a principal axis parallel to a vertical axis of the movable object.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the imaging device is coupled to the movable object via a coupling that ...

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Номер записи: 25
07-01-2016 дата публикации

DEVICE, METHOD, APPARATUS, AND COMPUTER-READABLE MEDIUM FOR SOLAR SITE ASSESSMENT

Номер: US20160004795A1
Автор: Novak John
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An Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), method, apparatus, and computer-readable medium for solar site assessment includes generating a three-dimensional model of a solar site based at least in part on data captured by an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), importing one or more solar paths into the three-dimensional model based at least in part on a geo-location of the solar site, and determining, one or more solar collection estimates corresponding to one or more locations in the solar site based at least in part on the three-dimensional model and the one or more solar paths. 1. A method executed by one or more computing devices for solar site assessment , the method comprising:generating, by at least one of the one or more computing devices, a three-dimensional model of a solar site based at least in part on data captured by an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV);importing, by at least one of the one or more computing devices, one or more solar paths into the three-dimensional model based at least in part on a geo-location of the solar site; anddetermining, by at least one of the one or more computing devices, one or more solar collection estimates corresponding to one or more locations in the solar site based at least in part on the three-dimensional model and the one or more solar paths.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein generating a three-dimensional model of a solar site based at least in part on data captured by a UAV comprises:receiving a plurality of images of the solar site captured by one or more cameras of the UAV, wherein each of the plurality of images is geo-tagged with location information corresponding to the location of the UAV at the time of image capture;generating a point cloud of the solar site in three-dimensional space based at least in part on the plurality of images and the corresponding location information for each of the plurality of images; andgenerating the three-dimensional model of the solar site based at least in part on the point cloud.3. The ...

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Номер записи: 26
13-01-2022 дата публикации

UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLE CONTROL METHOD AND SYSTEM BASED ON MOVING BASE

Номер: US20220011785A1
Автор: Chen Yuliang, Hu Shuai, Liu Lifang, MEI Canwen, TAN Lipeng, Wang Jiangping
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An unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) control method includes a takeoff process, a following process and a landing process, wherein the takeoff process includes the following steps: unlocking the UAV, and detecting the current horizontal position of the UAV in the horizontal direction and the current altitude of the UAV in the vertical direction; determining whether the current horizontal position and the current altitude meet takeoff criteria, and controlling the UAV to bounce off and enter into a takeoff state if the determination result is positive. The system provided by the present disclosure employs the above-mentioned method to control a UAV. The method and system provided by the present disclosure meet three functional requirements for a UAV on a moving base platform, namely, stable takeoff, following process and accurate landing, thus decrease the difficulties in the use of a UAV on a moving platform. 1. An unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) control method based on a moving base , comprising a takeoff process , a following process and a landing process , wherein:the takeoff process comprises the following steps:unlocking the UAV, and detecting the current horizontal position of the UAV in the horizontal direction and the current altitude of the UAV in the vertical direction;determining whether the current horizontal position and the current altitude meet takeoff criteria, and controlling the UAV to bounce off and enter into a takeoff state if the determination result is positive;in the following process, the movement state of the moving base platform is collected by a moving base station, data is transmitted transparently with the UAV, and the UAV performs coordinated flight control of position and velocity loops after receiving the movement state of the moving base platform;in the landing process, the UAV carries out positioning and detection of the moving base platform, a return route is planned according to the real-time position of the moving base platform, the ...

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Номер записи: 27
03-01-2019 дата публикации

DETECTING OPTICAL DISCREPANCIES IN CAPTURED IMAGES

Номер: US20190004543A1
Автор: Bachrach Abraham, Henry Peter, Kennedy Ryan
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Embodiments are described for detecting optical discrepancies associated with image capture analyzing pixels in multiple images corresponding to common points of reference in a physical environment. In an embodiment, photometric error values are averaged over time to compute the mean error at each pixel. Once the estimate of the mean error has a sufficient number of updates above a specified value, the estimate is thresholded to provide a mask of any optical discrepancies occurring in the stereo pair of images. Applications include detecting optical discrepancies in images captured for use by a visual navigation system in guiding an autonomous vehicle (e.g., an unmanned aerial vehicle). 1. A method for alleviating the effects of optical discrepancies in images used to guide the autonomous flight of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) through a physical environment , the images captured by an image capture device coupled to the UAV , the method comprising:receiving, from the image capture device, a first image of the physical environment from a first position and second image of the physical environment from a second positionprocessing the first image and the second image to compare photometric characteristics of pixels in the first image and the second image corresponding to a common point of reference in the physical environment;detecting an optical discrepancy associated with the capture of the first image and/or the second image based on the processing;determining that the detected optical discrepancy is indicative of an unreliable portion of the first image and/or second image;applying a mask to the first image and/or second image based on the unreliable portion; andgenerating control commands configured to guide autonomous flight of the UAV based on the received first image and second image with the applied mask so as to ignore the unreliable portion.2. A method comprising:receiving, by a computer system, a first image of a physical environment from a first ...

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Номер записи: 28
07-01-2016 дата публикации

METHOD FOR ASSISTING THE PILOTING OF AN AIRCRAFT ON THE GROUND AND SYSTEM FOR ITS IMPLEMENTATION

Номер: US20160005319A1
Автор: Cros Christophe, Godin Alexandre, LOUBIERE Vincent
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A method for assisting the piloting of an aircraft on the ground comprises the steps of obtaining a panoramic view of at least one area adjacent to the aircraft, isolating an image corresponding to a part of the panoramic view and which is selected according to an orientation desired by the pilot, and displaying the image on a display device visible by the pilot. A system for the implementation of the method is also provided. 2. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising a step of detecting an obstacle from the panoramic view and of emitting a signal if a distance separating the aircraft and the detected obstacle is less than a given value.3. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising a step of reconstituting the panoramic view from several views captured by several cameras.4. A system for assisting the piloting of an aircraft on the ground claim 1 , thje aircraft comprising a fuselage claim 1 , wings and landing gear claim 1 , the system comprising:at least one image acquisition device, integral with the aircraft, configured to capture one of a panoramic view, and views making it possible to reconstitute a panoramic view, of at least one area adjacent to the aircraft,a mobile display device,a pointer making it possible to indicate an orientation and comprising an orientation sensor connected to the display device and configured to indicate the orientation of the display device to an image processing device, andthe least one image processing device, from the panoramic view or reconsititued panoramic view, being configured to isolate an image as a function of the orientation indicated by the orientation sensor, the image being displayed on the display device.5. The system according to claim 4 , wherein the display device is one of an immersive helmet and immersive glasses.6. The system according to claim 4 , wherein the display device is a tablet.7. The system according to claim 4 , wherein the image acquisition device is positioned under the ...

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Номер записи: 29
13-01-2022 дата публикации

REMOTE IDENTIFICATION OF HAZARDOUS DRONES

Номер: US20220013017A1
Автор: Zelenka Richard Eric
Принадлежит: Drone Traffic, LLC

A system to remotely detect and identify an airborne drone presenting a flight risk to piloted aircraft. A warning of the hazardous drone is presented to the piloted aircraft. An airborne drone is observed by any of several means, to include receipt of drone location or identification data broadcast by the drone or broadcast by a ground-based system, or through a piloted aircraft airborne sensor. The safety warning and real-time observation of a hazardous drone may be shared among other piloted aircraft, in particular to other subscribing aircraft approaching the airspace of the hazardous drone. 1. A hazardous drone identification system comprising:an aircraft system operating to receive drone data of a drone and to communicate broadcast data associated with the drone data to a receiving site;wherein:the aircraft system is coupled to a first aircraft; andthe drone data includes at least one of drone identification data and drone position data.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the broadcast data includes at least one of the drone identification data and the drone position data.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the receiving site is at least one of a receiving station and a second aircraft.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the receiving site is a ground-based receiving station.5. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a warning system operating to warn a pilot of the first aircraft of the drone claim 1 , the warning system coupled to the first aircraft.6. The system of claim 5 , wherein the warning system provides at least one of a visual display warning and an audio warning. This application is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 16/872,004 filed May 11, 2020, and titled “Drone Detection and Warning for Piloted Aircraft,” which in turn is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 16/578,434 filed Sep. 23, 2019, and titled “Hazardous Drone Identification and Avoidance System,” which in turn is a continuation of U.S. patent application ...

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Номер записи: 30
07-01-2021 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR REMOTELY MONITORING AN AIRCRAFT

Номер: US20210004749A1
Автор: Orr Matthew William
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A system for remotely monitoring an aircraft includes at least one image sensor configured to observe a cockpit of an aircraft, at least one transceiver, and a processor. The processor is configured to execute instructions stored in a memory, which when executed, cause the processor to at least: receive image data from the at least one image sensor, relay the image data, via the transceiver, to a ground-based cockpit simulation system, the ground-based cockpit simulation system configured to display the image data to a ground-based observer, and receive, from the ground-based cockpit simulation system, feedback related to a performance of a crewmember in the cockpit of the aircraft. 1. A system for remotely monitoring an aircraft , the system comprising: at least one image sensor positioned within the aircraft and configured to observe a cockpit of an aircraft, the at least one image sensor comprising a first camera configured to be mounted within the cockpit to capture at least a portion of an instrumentation panel of the aircraft and a second camera configured to be mounted within the cockpit and oriented to observe an area outside the aircraft through a window of the aircraft;', 'at least one transceiver positioned within the aircraft; and', receive image data from the at least one image sensor;', 'relay the image data, via the transceiver, to a ground-based cockpit simulation system, the ground-based cockpit simulation system positioned on the ground and configured to display the image data to a ground-based observer; and', 'receive, from the ground-based cockpit simulation system, feedback related to a performance of a crewmember in the cockpit of the aircraft., 'a processor communicatively coupled to the at least one image sensor and the at least one transceiver and positioned within the aircraft, the processor configured to execute instructions stored in a memory, which when executed cause the processor to at least], 'an aircraft system positioned within the ...

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Номер записи: 31
07-01-2021 дата публикации

METHOD FOR IMPROVING THE INTERPRETATION OF THE SURROUNDINGS OF A VEHICLE

Номер: US20210004977A1
Автор: Drejak Maciek
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The present invention relates to a computer-implemented method for improving the interpretation of the surroundings of a vehicle (), wherein the method comprises: receiving a source image () of a surrounding environment () of the vehicle, which source image is captured by a sensor unit () of the vehicle; receiving or computing a depth data image () comprising depth data based on the source image and at least one more source image; detecting a repetitive pattern () in the received source image; and based on the detection of the repetitive pattern, determining that an area () of the depth data image, which area () corresponds to an area () of the detected repetitive pattern in the received source image, contains unreliable depth data. 1. A computer-implemented method , wherein the method comprises:receiving a source image of a surrounding environment of a vehicle, which source image is captured by a sensor unit of the vehicle;receiving or computing a depth data image comprising depth data based on the source image and at least one more source image;detecting a repetitive pattern in the received source image; andbased on the detection of the repetitive pattern, determining that an area of the depth data image, which area corresponds to an area of the detected repetitive pattern in the received source image, contains unreliable depth data,wherein detecting a repetitive pattern in the received source image includes performing block matching in the received source image,wherein performing block matching in the received source image includes finding at least two blocks of pixels in the received source image that at least closely match,and wherein finding at least two blocks of pixels in the received source image that at least closely match includes starting from a first block of pixels in the received source image and predicting where a second at least closely matching block of pixels is in the received source image based on depth data of the first block of pixels from the ...

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Номер записи: 32
07-01-2021 дата публикации

FLIGHT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

Номер: US20210005091A1
Автор: Chiba Tsuyoshi, KUMADA Masayuki, MATSUO Takashi, RAABE Christopher Thomas, Sakai Kazuya, Suzuki Shinji, Tsuchiya Takeshi
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There is provided a flight management system for managing a flight plan of flying objects that fly among ports. The flight management system includes a plurality of port management apparatuses and a flight management apparatus that manages a flight plan of a plurality of flying objects that autonomously fly among the ports, in which each of the port management apparatuses includes determination means for determining whether or not landing or takeoff of the flying objects on or from the corresponding port is possible, and possibility information output means for transferring to the flying objects possibility information about the possibility, and the flight management apparatus includes flying object information reception means for receiving flying object information including flying object position information about a position of each of the flying objects, flight plan registration means for registering the flight plan for flying between the port as a start point and the port as a target point, flight plan change means for changing the flight plan based on the received flying object position information or changed another flight plan, and instruction information output means for outputting instruction information for instructing the flying object about the flight plan. 1. A flight management system comprising a plurality of port management apparatuses that respectively manage ports on and from which flying objects land and take off and a flight management apparatus that manages a flight plan of the plurality of flying objects that autonomously fly among the ports , whereineach of the port management apparatuses comprisesdetermination means for determining whether or not landing or takeoff of the flying objects on or from the corresponding port is possible, andpossibility information output means for transferring to the flying objects possibility information about the possibility,the flight management apparatus comprisesflying object information reception means for ...

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Номер записи: 33
04-01-2018 дата публикации

AUTONOMOUS NAVIGATION OF AN UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLE

Номер: US20180005534A1
Автор: FERMAN Ahmet Mufit, Jesudason Basil Isaiah
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A system for autonomous navigation of an unmanned aerial vehicle. 1. A method for controlling an unmanned aerial vehicle comprising:(a) sensing said unmanned aerial vehicle using an imaging device from an unmanned ground vehicle;(b) based upon said sensing a processor determining at least one of position information of said unmanned aerial vehicle and orientation information of said unmanned aerial vehicle;(c) said processor providing control information through a wireless communication to said unmanned aerial vehicle for adjusting at least one of a position of said unmanned aerial vehicle and orientation of said unmanned aerial vehicle;(d) said unmanned aerial vehicle receiving said control information and modifying control of said unmanned aerial vehicle based upon said control information, wherein said unmanned aerial vehicle is free from said modifying control based upon any inertial measurement devices within said unmanned aerial vehicle, and wherein said unmanned aerial vehicle is free from including any inertial measurement devices.2. The method of wherein said position information includes an offset position of said unmanned aerial vehicle from said unmanned ground vehicle.3. The method of wherein said position information includes a longitude and a latitude of said unmanned aerial vehicle.4. The method of wherein said orientation information includes a roll of said unmanned aerial vehicle.5. The method of wherein said orientation information includes a pitch of said unmanned aerial vehicle.6. The method of wherein said orientation information includes a yaw of said unmanned aerial vehicle.7. The method of wherein said control information is sufficient for said adjusting.8. The method of wherein said unmanned aerial vehicle is free from including a position sensor capable of determining position information of said unmanned aerial vehicle.9. The method of wherein said position sensor includes a latitude and a longitude sensor.1013-. (canceled)14. The method ...

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Номер записи: 34
13-01-2022 дата публикации

ROTARY PHOTOGRAPHING METHOD, CONTROL DEVICE, MOBILE PLATFORM, AND STORAGE MEDIUM

Номер: US20220014659A1
Автор: Hu Pan, LIAO Wenshan
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A rotary photographing method includes obtaining brightness information in a scene where a photographing target is located and a rotation mode of a gimbal that connects a photographing device to a mobile platform, and generating control information according to the brightness information and the rotation mode. The control information including rotation control information and exposure control information. The method further includes sending the rotation control information to the gimbal to control the gimbal to rotate according to the rotation control information to drive the photographing device to rotate, and sending the exposure control information to the photographing device to control the photographing device to perform exposure according to the exposure control information. 1. A rotary photographing method comprising:obtaining brightness information in a scene where a photographing target is located and a rotation mode of a gimbal that connects a photographing device to a mobile platform;generating control information according to the brightness information and the rotation mode, the control information including rotation control information and exposure control information;sending the rotation control information to the gimbal to control the gimbal to rotate according to the rotation control information to drive the photographing device to rotate; andsending the exposure control information to the photographing device to control the photographing device to perform exposure according to the exposure control information.2. The rotary photographing method of claim 1 , wherein the brightness information is detected by the photographing device.3. The rotary photographing method of claim 1 , wherein the rotation mode includes at least one of a constant speed rotation mode claim 1 , an acceleration rotation mode claim 1 , or a deceleration rotation mode.4. The rotary photographing method of claim 1 , wherein the gimbal is configured to rotate about a roll axis in ...

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Номер записи: 35
05-01-2017 дата публикации

HIGH-RESOLUTION CAMERA UNIT FOR A DRONE, WITH CORRECTION OF THE WOBBLE-TYPE DISTORTIONS

Номер: US20170006240A1
Автор: Sron Eng Hong
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This camera unit () comprises a high-resolution rolling shutter camera () and one or several low-resolution global shutter cameras (), for example monochromic spectral cameras. All the cameras are oriented in the same direction and are able to be triggered together to collect simultaneously a high-resolution image (I) and at least one low-resolution image (I-I) of a same scene viewed by the drone. Image processing means () determine the distortions of the wobble type present in the high-resolution image and absent from the low-resolution images, and combine the high-resolution image (I) and the low-resolution images (I-I) to deliver as an output a high-resolution image (I) corrected for these distortions. 222. The camera unit of claim 1 , wherein the image processing means () comprise means adapted to:{'b': '104', 'sub': 0', '1', '4, 'search () for points of interest in the high-resolution image (I) and in the at least one low-resolution image (I-I);'}{'b': '106', 'map () the respective points of interest of the high-resolution image with those of the at least one low-resolution image;'}{'b': '108', 'calculate () the respective displacements of the points of interest of the high-resolution image with the corresponding points of interest of the at least one low-resolution image;'}{'b': '110', 'determine () a transform defined by all said displacements; and'}{'b': '112', 'sub': '0', 'apply () to the high-resolution image (I) a transformation inverse to said transformation.'}322. The camera unit of claim 1 , wherein the image processing means () comprise means adapted to:{'b': '206', 'sub': 1', '4, 'construct () a representation of the scene from the at least one low-resolution image (I-I);'}{'b': '212', 'sub': '0', 'determine () the movements of the camera unit undergone for the duration of the high-resolution image (I) collection, from signals delivered by gyrometer, accelerometer and/or geolocation sensors of the drone;'}{'b': '214', 'sub': 0', '1', '4, 'project ...

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Номер записи: 36
05-01-2017 дата публикации

CAMERA UNIT ADAPTED TO BE PLACED ON BOARD A DRONE TO MAP A LAND AND A METHOD OF IMAGE CAPTURE MANAGEMENT BY A CAMERA UNIT

Номер: US20170006263A1
Автор: Sron Eng Hong
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The invention relates to a camera unit () adapted to be placed on board a drone () to map a land (), comprising a camera () adapted to capture successive images of portions of the land overflown by the drone. The camera unit comprises means for memorizing the captured images, means for comparing information about the overflown land portion visible through the camera with at least one piece of information about at least the previous captured image to determine the rate of overlapping of the overflown land portion with at least said previous captured image, and means for sending a command to the camera to carry out the capture of an image, as soon as the rate of overlapping of the overflown land portion is lower than or equal to the predetermined rate of overlapping. 114101618. A camera unit () adapted to be placed on board a drone () , to map a land () , comprising a camera () adapted to capture successive images of portions of the land overflown by the drone , characterized in that it comprises{'b': '32', 'means () for memorizing captured images,'}{'b': '34', 'means () for comparing information about the overflown land portion visible through said camera with at least one piece of information about at least the previous captured image to determine the rate of overlapping of the overflown land portion with at least said previous captured image, and'}{'b': '36', 'means () for sending a command to the camera to carry out the capture of an image, as soon as the rate of overlapping of the overflown land portion is lower than or equal to the predetermined rate of overlapping.'}2. The camera unit according to claim 1 , characterized in that the comparison means operate a comparison with at least one piece of capture context information about a land portion.330. The camera unit according to claim 1 , characterized in that it comprises means () for generating at least one piece of capture context information about an overflown land portion claim 1 , and in that:{'b': '32', ' ...

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Номер записи: 37
07-01-2021 дата публикации

Apparatus for Providing External Panoramic View Contents for Aircraft During Flight

Номер: US20210006712A1
Автор: KIM Keun Hyung
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Provided is an apparatus for providing external panoramic view contents for an aircraft during flight by installing a plurality of cameras in a plurality of windows installed in an aircraft for displaying external panoramic views inside the aircraft while the aircraft flies in order for aircraft passengers to enjoy them. The apparatus includes a shooting unit having a plurality of cameras for shooting aircraft's external panoramic views; a control unit for receiving a plurality of images from the cameras and processing them; and a display unit comprising a single display and a multi-display including a plurality of sub-displays. 1. An apparatus for providing external panoramic view contents for an aircraft during flight , including:{'b': 110', '130', '120, 'a shooting unit ; a display unit ; and a control unit ,'}{'b': 110', '112', '114', '116, 'wherein the shooting unit includes a plurality of cameras , , each of which is installed in each of a plurality of windows installed in an aircraft for shooting its external panoramic views;'}{'b': 130', '132', '134', '134, 'the display unit includes a single display and a multi-display which includes a plurality of sub-displays, wherein the multi-display , having a flexible display, is installed in the space between the windows and the ceiling inside an aircraft cabin; and'}{'b': 120', '110', '130', '110', '130', '112', '114', '116', '134, 'the control unit , being connected to the shooting unit and the display unit , controls the shooting unit and the display unit , receives a plurality of images taken by the cameras , , , thereby, through the multi-display installed in the space between the windows and the ceiling inside the aircraft cabin, and provides the images being taken by the cameras installed in a plurality of the windows adjacent to the corresponding space in the form of a panoramic view.'}2112114116120. The apparatus for providing external panoramic view contents for an aircraft during flight of claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 38
04-01-2018 дата публикации

Anti-rotation mount

Номер: US20180007248A1
Автор: James H. Weaver, Najat Hamri, Robert D. Anderson, Stephen W. Zeise, Tylden Van Eeden
Принадлежит: Flir Systems Inc

Imaging system comprising an anti-rotation mount and an image detector. The mount may comprise a first frame member having a fixed relation to a set of mutually transverse X, Y, and Z axes, and a second frame member. The second frame member may be connected to the first frame member via a coupling assembly, such that the frame members are not permitted to rotate relative to one another. The mount also may comprise X-axis, Y-axis, and Z-axis coupling structures each formed at least partially by the coupling assembly and each permitting axial motion of the frame members relative to one another only substantially parallel to the X axis, Y axis, and Z axis, respectively. The image detector may be connected to the mount via the second frame member.

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Номер записи: 39
20-01-2022 дата публикации

Unmanned Aerial Vehicle, Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Flight Control Device, Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Flight Control Method and Program

Номер: US20220019222A1
Автор: Bergstrom Niklas, RAABE Christopher Thomas
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Provided are a flight control device, a flight control method, and the like for measuring the distance between the body of an aircraft and a target element during flight and controlling the distance in accordance with the measured value. This unmanned aircraft flight control device comprises: a distance sensor for measuring the distance between a target element and an unmanned aircraft that flies by control using an external input signal and/or pre-generated flight plan information, the distance sensor comprising an imaging camera that captures the target element, and a measured value determination circuit that determines a measured value of the distance using the captured image information; and a control signal generation circuit that generates a control signal for controlling the distance between the target element and the unmanned aircraft during flight, in accordance with the distance measurement value measured by the distance sensor. 1. An unmanned aerial vehicle flight control device comprising:a distance sensor that measures a distance between an unmanned aerial vehicle and an object element, the unmanned aerial vehicle flying according to control using an external input signal and/or in advance-generated flight plan information, the distance sensor including a shooting camera that takes an image of the object element and a measurement value determination circuit that determines a measurement value of the distance using information of the taken image; anda control signal generation circuit that generates a control signal for controlling the distance between the unmanned aerial vehicle and the object element during flight, depending on the measurement value of the distance measured by the distance sensor.2. The flight control device according to claim 1 , wherein the unmanned aerial vehicle is an unmanned aerial vehicle that flies according to control using at least the external input signal claim 1 , the external input signal is a signal input in real time ...

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Номер записи: 40
20-01-2022 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR TAKING ASSET INVENTORY ACROSS A WIDE AREA

Номер: US20220019963A1
Автор: WHITT P. DAVID
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A system for taking inventory over a wide area includes a database. The database stores a geofenced area divided into two or more waypoints and a route defined as path within the geofenced area across at least two waypoints. At least one mobile asset is disposed at a position in a yard corresponding to the at least one waypoint. The mobile asset has a readable tag having information about the asset thereon. An aerial vehicle having a tag reader flies along the route within the geofenced area for communicating with each tag along a route, reading the information and storing the information read from each tag. 1. A system for taking inventory of mobile assets across a wide area comprising:a database, the database storing parameters of a geofenced area divided into one or more waypoints, the database further storing a route defined as a path within the geofenced area across two or more waypoints;at least one mobile asset disposed at a position corresponding to at least one waypoint, the mobile asset having a machine readable information about the asset thereon; andan aerial vehicle having a reader, the aerial vehicle flying along the route within the geofenced area for reading the information and storing the information read from each waypoint as a function of the location of the information relative to a waypoint.2. The system for taking inventory of mobile assets of claim 1 , wherein the reader is an RFID tag reader and the machine readable information being stored on a tag disposed on the mobile asset claim 1 , the tag reader communicating with each tag along the route.3. The system for taking inventory of mobile assets of claim 1 , wherein the reader is a camera claim 1 , and the machine readable information is an optical code.4. The system for taking inventory of mobile assets of claim 1 , where in the database is on the aerial vehicle.5. The system for taking inventory of mobile assets of claim 1 , wherein the aerial vehicle determines that the aerial vehicle has ...

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Номер записи: 41
02-01-2020 дата публикации

VIDEO PROCESSING METHOD, DEVICE AND IMAGE SYSTEM

Номер: US20200007769A1
Автор: LI Shunnian, Liu Weifeng, Tao Ye, ZHENG Yayun
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An image processing method includes, when an edit triggering event for a target image is detected, acquiring description information associated with the target image. The description information includes interference information that affects image quality occurred in a shooting process of the target image. The method further includes editing image clips in the target image which are associated with respective interference information of the description information to obtain a processed target image. 1. An image processing method , comprising:when an edit triggering event for a target image is detected, acquiring description information associated with the target image, the description information including interference information associated with motion data that affects image quality occurred in a shooting process of the target image, the motion data including angular velocity in one or more directions of a carrying member that carries a imaging apparatus configured to acquire the target image and acceleration in one or more directions of a moving object on which the carrying member is mounted; andediting image clips in the target image which are associated with respective interference information of the description information to obtain a processed target image.2. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising:before the step of acquiring description information associated with the target image, recording description information of the target image in the shooting process of the target image.3. The method according to claim 2 , wherein recording the description information of the target image in the shooting process of the target image comprises claim 2 , in the shooting process of the target image claim 2 , detecting the associated motion data of the imaging apparatus and generating the description information according to the detected motion data.4. The method according to claim 3 , wherein generating the description information according to the detected ...

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Номер записи: 42
12-01-2017 дата публикации

Spooler for unmanned aerial vehicle system

Номер: US20170008626A1
Автор: Andrew M. Shein, Jason S. Walker, John W. Ware, Samuel A. Johnson
Принадлежит: CyPhy Works Inc

In an aspect, in general, a spooling apparatus includes a filament feeding mechanism for deploying and retracting filament from the spooling apparatus to an aerial vehicle, an exit geometry sensor for sensing an exit geometry of the filament from the spooling apparatus, and a controller for controlling the feeding mechanism to feed and retract the filament based on the exit geometry.

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Номер записи: 43
14-01-2016 дата публикации

Payload shroud for air vehicle

Номер: US20160009371A1
Автор: Doug DEARDORFF, Jason Wallace, Monica ATZERT, Robert HURN, Terry ZELENY
Принадлежит: AAI Corp

A UAV includes a body. The body defines a payload opening 14. The payload opening is circular, but any shape may be used. A payload of the UAV is arranged in the payload opening. The payload may be a camera, sensors, a package, etc. A payload shroud may be installed which prohibits or reduced ingress of foreign material via payload opening. A payload shroud may include a diverter. The diverter may act as a barrier wall preventing the water or debris from entering the body of the UAV. The diverter should fit flush with the payload opening in the body of the UAV.

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Номер записи: 44
14-01-2016 дата публикации

Electric VTOL Aircraft

Номер: US20160009388A1
Автор: Brotherton-Ratcliffe David, Lelusz Jerzy
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An electric and hybrid Vertical-Take Off and Landing (“VTOL”) aircraft is disclosed comprising a plurality of small Electric Ducted Fans (“EDFs”) of various sizes and orientations. The thrust of each fixed EDF is individually controlled by modulation of motor power by one or more onboard microcomputers connected to a plurality of onboard laser distance measuring sensors, at least three onboard three-axis accelerometers and at least one GPS thereby allowing extremely precise and safe VTOL operation. The aircraft may be employed to allow robotic and passenger vehicles to transition extremely quickly between normal linear flight and VTOL and tb operate in extreme and gusty conditions. 1. A Vertical Take-Off and Landing (“VTOL”) aircraft comprising a system of electrically powered ducted fans having a maximum power , wherein:a thrust of one or more of said fans of said system of fans is controlled by altering power supplied to a fan driving motor; andsaid system of fans comprises a first plurality of vertically mounted fans having a first diameter for controlling said aircraft in a vertical direction and a second plurality of vertically mounted fans having a second diameter for controlling said aircraft in said vertical direction, wherein the ratio of said second diameter to said first diameter is greater than or equal to 1.5, iteratively increase or decrease power to said second plurality of fans until the aircraft changes altitude, and', 'iteratively adjust power to the first plurality of fans to respond to height transients in altitude., 'wherein said aircraft further comprises a controller configured to2. A Vertical Take-Off and Landing aircraft as claimed in claim 1 , wherein:each of said electrically powered ducted fans comprises an independent battery or other source of electrical energy for powering said fan, wherein failure of a battery or other source of electrical energy does not result in failure of other batteries or other sources of electrical energy.3. A ...

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Номер записи: 45
14-01-2016 дата публикации

Helicopter Hoist Systems, Devices, and Methodologies

Номер: US20160009393A1
Автор: Brad Pedersen, Brad REPP, Chad Cariano, Chad DIZE, Ezra Johnson
Принадлежит: Breeze Eastern LLC

A helicopter-hoist system is described. The system may include: hoist equipment, illumination systems, range-measuring equipment, camera(s), communication systems, display devices, processing/control systems including image-processing systems, and power-management systems. The system may also include a smart-hook for measuring a load on the hook. Based on the measured load on the cable, the lighting may be illuminated in different manners. In another aspect, the system may communicate with display devices, which render images of a mission to helicopter crew members or other observers. Measured parameters appurtenant to the mission—such as the weight of the load, height of the smart-hook above a surface, altitude of the aircraft, distance between the aircraft and end of the hook, location of the hook in three-dimensional space, forces on the hook and cable, and other mission-critical information—may be overlaid, or rendered proximate to the real images to provide crew members with a full understanding of a mission.

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Номер записи: 46
27-01-2022 дата публикации

Control apparatus, control method, and program

Номер: US20220024560A1
Автор: Kenichiro Oi, Masahiko Toyoshi, Masaki Handa, Shinichiro Abe, Shun Lee, Takuto MOTOYAMA
Принадлежит: Sony Group Corp

A control apparatus ( 100 ) includes an acquisition unit ( 121 ) that acquires captured data in which an object around a moving object is captured by an imaging unit, where the moving object is one of a moving object that is irradiated with spontaneous emission light and a mobbing object that moves with a predetermined pattern, and a determination unit ( 122 ) that determines that the object is an obstacle if the captured data acquired by the acquisition unit ( 121 ) includes a specific pattern.

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Номер записи: 47
11-01-2018 дата публикации

REMOTE FORENSIC INVESTIGATION

Номер: US20180009528A1
Автор: Cottrill William, McHugh Michelle, Meredith Sheldon Kent, Zerick Juliette
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A method includes dispatching a drone to a site. The drone includes audio/visual equipment. The method includes logging a plurality of timestamped locations of the drone and receiving, from the audio/visual equipment, site data captured by an on-site operator of the audio/visual equipment. The method includes correlating a portion of the site data with at least one of the timestamped locations of the drone. 1. A method comprising:dispatching a drone to a site, the drone including audio/visual equipment;logging a plurality of timestamped locations of the drone;receiving, from the audio/visual equipment, site data captured by an on-site operator of the audio/visual equipment; andcorrelating a portion of the site data with at least one of the timestamped locations of the drone.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising establishing a chain of custody of the site data.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein dispatching the drone is in response to receiving a drone request from a beacon.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the site data includes a witness account.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising obtaining claim 1 , from the drone claim 1 , physical evidence from the site.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein receiving the site data comprises downloading the site data over a network from the audio/visual equipment located at the site.7. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:dispatching a network access point to an access point location, wherein the drone is configured to communicate with a network via the network access point.8. A drone comprising:a body;a drive system coupled to the body;audio/visual equipment detachably coupled to the body;a processor; and controlling the drive system to cause the drone to arrive at a site;', 'logging a plurality of timestamped locations of the drone; and', 'in response to a trigger, controlling the drive system to cause the drone to travel to a dispatch location., 'memory communicatively coupled to the processor, the memory ...

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Номер записи: 48
11-01-2018 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR ASSISTING THE PILOTING OF A ROTORCRAFT, AN ASSOCIATED DISPLAY, AND A CORRESPONDING METHOD OF ASSISTING PILOTING

Номер: US20180009546A1
Автор: BELANGER Nicolas, FILIAS Francois-Xavier, SALESSE-LAVERGNE Marc, ZOPPITELLI Pierre
Принадлежит: AIRBUS HELICOPTERS

A device for assisting the piloting of a rotorcraft in order to pilot a rotorcraft during an approach stage preceding a stage of landing on a rotorcraft landing area. Such a device includes in particular a camera for taking a plurality of images of the environment of the rotorcraft along a line of sight, looking at least along a forward direction Dx of the rotorcraft, and processor means for identifying in at least one image from among said plurality of images at least one looked-for landing area. 1. A device for assisting the piloting of a rotorcraft in order to enable a rotorcraft to be piloted during an approach stage preceding a stage of landing on a rotorcraft landing area , wherein the device comprises:preselection means for preselecting a type of landing area to be looked for by the device, the preselection means being actuated by a crew member of the rotorcraft;at least one camera for taking a plurality of images of the environment of the rotorcraft along a line of sight, the line of sight pointing at least in a forward direction Dx of the rotorcraft;processor means for identifying in at least one image from among the plurality of images at least one looked-for landing area corresponding to the type of landing area preselected via the preselection means;a display member for at least displaying an image representative of the at least one looked-for landing area;selection means enabling the crew of the rotorcraft to select a desired landing area from among the at least one looked-for landing area; anda control unit for generating a control setpoint enabling the rotorcraft to be piloted automatically substantially horizontally towards the desired landing area.2. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the display member serves to display various images respectively representative of a plurality of types of landing area to be looked for by the device claim 1 , and the preselection means are of the touch type and are arranged directly on a display surface of ...

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Номер записи: 49
12-01-2017 дата публикации

Stabilized Gimbal for Moving and Airborne Platforms

Номер: US20170009933A1
Автор: Itzhak Sapir
Принадлежит: Itzhak Sapir

A gimbal for airborne and moving platforms that uses a gyroscope as a rotational anchor for payload stabilization. Unlike current stabilized gimbals that sense rotations and correct by using motors, the proposed gimbal uses a passive approach that maintains the payload orientation instead of forcing it back after it rotated out of the desired orientation.

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Номер записи: 50
14-01-2021 дата публикации

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING AN UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLE

Номер: US20210009267A1
Автор: Miller George A.
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A method is provided. An unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) is operated. A position of the UAV is determined while in flight, and a nonce is generated. A Merkel root is generated based at least in part on a timestamp and the position of the UAV. A current block is calculated based at least in part on a previous block, the Merkel root, and the nonce, and the current block, the timestamp, the nonce, the prior block, and the position of the UAV are transmitted. 1. An apparatus comprising:an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) body;a motor secured to the UAV body;a propeller secured to the motor; generate a nonce;', 'generate a Merkel root based at least in part on a timestamp and a position of the UAV;', 'calculate a current block based at least in part on a previous block, the Merkel root, and the nonce; and', 'transmit the current block, the timestamp, the nonce, the prior block, and the position of the UAV., 'a controller that is secured to the UAV body, wherein the controller is in communication with the motor, and wherein the controller is configured to2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the controller further comprises a position sensor that is configured to determine the position.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the position sensor further comprises a Global Positioning System (GPS) sensor.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the motor further comprises a plurality of motors that are each secured to the UAV body.5. The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the propeller further comprises a plurality of propellers.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the controller is adapted to operate in a manual mode or an autonomous mode.7. The apparatus of claim 6 , wherein the controller further comprises an object detection sensor that is secured to the UAV body.8. The apparatus of claim 7 , wherein the object detection sensor further comprises a camera.9. A method comprising:operating a UAV;determining a position of the UAV while in flight;generating a nonce;generating a Merkel ...

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Номер записи: 51
27-01-2022 дата публикации

SURVEYING SYSTEM, SURVEYING METHOD, AND SURVEYING PROGRAM

Номер: US20220026208A1
Автор: ITO Tadayuki, Sasaki Takeshi
Принадлежит: TOPCON CORPORATION

A surveying system includes a surveying device, a UAV, and a processor. The surveying device includes a first camera and a combination of a laser scanner and a total station. The UAV is mounted with a second camera. The processor includes an image data receiving unit, a laser scanning data receiving unit, a specified part receiving unit, a flight plan setting unit, and a camera direction setting unit. The specified part receiving unit receives a desired part specified in a photographic image taken by the first camera. The flight plan setting unit sets a flight route of the UAV that contains a position of a viewpoint for viewing the desired part, on the basis of laser scanning data. The camera direction setting unit sets directions of the second camera during flight of the UAV along the flight route, on the basis of the laser scanning data. 1. A surveying system for processing surveying data , the surveying data including data that is obtained by a surveying device and data that is obtained by an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) , the surveying device having a first camera and a combination of a laser scanner and a total station , in which relationships of exterior orientation parameters between the first camera , the laser scanner , and the total station are preliminarily known , the UAV being mounted with a second camera and being capable of autonomous flying , the surveying system comprising a processor or circuitry that is configured to:receive image data of photographic images taken by the first camera and the second camera;receive laser scanning data obtained by the laser scanner;receive a desired part specified in the photographic image taken by the first camera;set a flight route of the UAV that contains a position of a viewpoint for viewing the specified part, on the basis of the laser scanning data; andset directions of the second camera during flight of the UAV along the flight route, on the basis of the laser scanning data.2. The surveying system according ...

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Номер записи: 52
10-01-2019 дата публикации

Aircraft

Номер: US20190009876A1
Автор: Atsuhiro Tsuji, Hiroyuki Matsumoto, Masayuki Toyama, Naoto Yumiki
Принадлежит: Panasonic Intellectual Property Management Co Ltd

An aircraft includes: a plurality of rotor units each including a propeller and a motor that drives the propeller; a plurality of shock absorbers provided to the plurality of rotor units; and a main body to which the plurality of rotor units attach. The plurality of rotor units and the plurality of shock absorbers are attachable to and detachable from the main body.

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Номер записи: 53
10-01-2019 дата публикации

SELF-STABILIZING SPHERICAL UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLE CAMERA ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20190009924A1
Автор: NEELY Carl Michael
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A self-stabilizing spherical unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) camera assembly, including: a stabilizer assembly; a plurality of motors coupled to the stabilizer assembly; a spherical camera mounting cage assembly disposed about and coupled to the stabilizer assembly; and a plurality of cameras coupled to the spherical camera mounting cage assembly. Preferably, the plurality of cameras include a plurality of stereoscopic cameras coupled to an exterior of the spherical camera mounting cage assembly. The self-stabilizing spherical UAV camera assembly is capable of taking/recording 360 degree×180 degree stereoscopic photo/video content. The self-stabilizing spherical UAV camera assembly can also be used with various real-time visualization and control technologies. 1. An Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) comprising:a mounting cage;a stabilizer assembly with a plurality of motors, wherein the stabilizer assembly is disposed within the mounting cage and connected to a center portion of the mounting cage such that roll, pitch, and yaw of the mounting cage are controlled based on position of the stabilizer assembly; andone or more cameras located on an exterior of the mounting cage.2. The UAV of claim 1 , wherein the stabilizer assembly connects to a central member connected to the mounting cage via an inner frame member and an outer frame member claim 1 , such that the inner frame member and the outer frame member rotate.3. The UAV of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of motors are coupled to the stabilizer assembly each via a correspond arm claim 1 , such that the roll claim 1 , pitch claim 1 , and yaw of the mounting cage are controlled based on control of associated motors.4. The UAV of claim 1 , wherein the mounting cage has associated wires disposed in or adjacent to associated members of the mounting cage.5. The UAV of claim 1 , wherein the stabilizer assembly is operable for rotating the spherical camera mounting cage assembly about a central axis with respect to the ...

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Номер записи: 54
12-01-2017 дата публикации

CONTROL DEVICE, IMAGING DEVICE, CONTROL METHOD, IMAGING METHOD, AND COMPUTER PROGRAM

Номер: US20170010615A1
Автор: DUERR Peter, Kakinuma Takekazu, MIZUMURA HIRONARI, Nabeta Masaomi, Sabe Kohtaro, Sawada Tsutomu, Shibuya Miki, Shimizu Satoru, Suzuki Kousuke, TAKEDA HARUTO, TANAKA Kayoko
Принадлежит: SONY CORPORATION

[Object] To provide a control device that can make more efficient an inspection performed by a flying body capable of performing imaging. 1. A control device comprising:an acquisition unit configured to acquire information related to an overview of a structure; anda flight information generating unit configured to generate flight information of a flying body being caused to fly over a periphery of the structure to image the structure on the basis of the information acquired by the acquisition unit.2. The control device according to claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , when the flying body has detected an obstacle during a flight on the basis of the flight information claim 1 , the flight information generating unit regenerates flight information used to avoid the obstacle.3. The control device according to claim 2 , wherein claim 2 , when the flying body has detected an obstacle during a flight on the basis of the flight information claim 2 , the flight information generating unit presents information related to an overview of the structure including information related to a position of the obstacle.4. The control device according to claim 1 , wherein the flight information generating unit generates claim 1 , as the flight information claim 1 , information including information of a flight path of the flying body and a position where the flying body executes an imaging process.5. The control device according to claim 4 , wherein the flight information generating unit generates claim 4 , as the flight information claim 4 , information including information of an imaging direction at the position where the flying body executes an imaging process.6. The control device according to claim 4 , wherein the flight information generating unit generates claim 4 , as the flight information claim 4 , information including information used to control special imaging at the position where the flying body executes an imaging process.7. The control device according to claim 1 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 55
09-01-2020 дата публикации

STOP DEVICE AND AERIAL VEHICLE USING THE SAME

Номер: US20200010212A1
Автор: REN Lixue, WANG Peng, Zhao Tao, ZHAO Xifeng
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A stop device includes a first shift lever including a first shifting part configured to rotate around a rotation axis to form a first motion trajectory, and a second shift lever including a second shifting part partially within the first motion trajectory. The first shifting part drives the second shifting part to rotate around the axis of the rotating shaft to form a second motion trajectory. The stop device further includes a stopping boss located on a periphery of the first motion trajectory and partially within the second motion trajectory. The second shift lever rotates to drive the second shifting part to contact a first side of the stopping boss when rotating in a first direction and to contact a second side of the stopping boss facing away from the first boss when rotating in a second direction opposite to the first direction. 1. A stop device comprising:a first shift lever comprising a first shifting part configured to rotate around a rotation axis to form a first motion trajectory;a second shift lever comprising a second shifting part partially within the first motion trajectory, the first shifting part being configured to drive the second shifting part to rotate around the rotation axis to form a second motion trajectory; anda stopping boss located on a periphery of the first motion trajectory and partially within the second motion trajectory;wherein the second shift lever is configured to rotate to drive the second shifting part to contact a first side of the stopping boss when rotating in a first direction and to contact a second side of the stopping boss when rotating in a second direction opposite to the first direction, the first side of the stopping boss and the second side of the stopping boss facing away from each other.2. The stop device according to claim 1 , wherein the first shift lever is configured to rotate for a total rotation angle greater than 360° and less than 720°.3. The stop device according to claim 1 , further comprising:a ...

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12-01-2017 дата публикации

CAMERA CONFIGURATION ON MOVABLE OBJECTS

Номер: US20170010623A1
Автор: TANG Ketan, ZHANG Honghui, Zhao Cong
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Systems and methods for obstacle detection and state information determination are provided. In some embodiments, a movable object may carry one or more imaging devices. The imaging devices may be arranged on the movable object so as to have a field of view oriented vertically relative to the movable object. The arrangement of the imaging device may complement or supplant existing arrangement schemes and provide efficient, multi-functional and cost-effective means of arranging imaging devices on movable objects. 1162-. (canceled)163. A method of detecting obstacles using an imaging device carried by a movable object , the method comprising:receiving, at one or more processors, first image data of an obstacle from the imaging device carried by the movable object, wherein the imaging device is arranged on the movable object so as to have a field of view oriented upward or downward relative to the movable object;generating, at the one or more processors, a control signal to control one or more propulsion units of the movable object to cause the movable object to move;receiving, at the one or more processors, second image data of the obstacle from the imaging device after the movable object has moved; andcalculating, with aid of the one or more processors, a distance between the movable object and the obstacle based on the first image data and the second image data.164. The method of claim 163 , further comprising determining a height of the obstacle above the movable object claim 163 , based on the first image data and the second image data.165. The method of claim 163 , wherein the movable object is an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV).166. The method of claim 163 , wherein the field of view of the imaging device is oriented upward or downward relative to the movable object.167. The method of claim 163 , wherein the control signals cause the movable object to move a horizontal distance or a vertical distance.168. The method of claim 163 , wherein the calculating step ...

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Номер записи: 57
27-01-2022 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS TO DETERMINE OBJECT POSITION USING IMAGES CAPTURED FROM MOBILE IMAGE COLLECTION VEHICLE

Номер: US20220028048A1
Автор: Butterfield Isabelle, Dimmit William David, du Preez Jacobus, Frei Brent Ronald, Holmgren Clifford, Kollmorgen Thayne, McMaster Dwight Galen, Nayak Vivek Ullal, Racine Michael, Rhys-Jones Dafydd Daniel
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An object identification method is disclosed. The method includes obtaining images of a target geographical area and telemetry information of an image-collection vehicle at a time of capture, analyzing each image to identify objects, and determining a position of the objects. The method further includes determining an image capture height, determining a position of the image using the capture height and the telemetry information, performing a transform on the image based on the capture height and the telemetry information, identifying the objects in the transformed image, determining first pixel locations of the objects within the transformed image, performing a reverse transform on the first pixel locations to determine second pixel locations in the image, and determining positions of the objects within the area based on the second pixel locations within the captured image and the determined image position. 1. A method , comprising:obtaining a first image of a geographical area;performing a homography transform on the first image to generate a second image having uniform-pixel-distances based on a capture height and avionic telemetry information associated with an aerial vehicle that captured the first image;performing image recognition on the second image to identify an object in the second image based on trained object parameters;determining a first pixel location of the object within the second image;performing a reverse homography transform on the first pixel location to determine a second pixel location in the first image for the object;determining a position of the object within the geographical area based on the second pixel location within the first image and an image position associated with the aerial vehicle capturing the image; andstoring the determined position of the object.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein obtaining the first image of the geographical comprises:capturing, via a camera on the aerial vehicle, the first image; andrecording the avionic ...

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11-01-2018 дата публикации

System and method for supporting a compact servo system

Номер: US20180010730A1
Автор: Dongjun ZHANG, XueIi Yan, Ye Tao
Принадлежит: SZ DJI Osmo Technology Co Ltd

System and method can support a servo system. The servo system comprises a motor with a rotor and a stator, wherein said rotor is arranged internally to said stator. Furthermore, said rotor, which is rotatable relative to said stator, can be configured to receive at least a portion of a functional module. Additionally, the servo system can be used for supporting a payload stabilization system, such as a gimbal system.

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11-01-2018 дата публикации

Lens scanning mode hyperspectral imaging system and rotor unmanned aerial vehicle

Номер: US20180010964A1
Автор: Chen Xinghai, Huang Yu, Huang Zhihui, Liu Yelin
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A lens scanning mode hyperspectral imaging system and a rotor unmanned aerial vehicle include: an imaging lens, an imaging spectrometer and a surface array detector arranged in sequence and coaxial to a main optic axis, wherein the imaging spectrometer and the surface array detector are connected and mounted to each other; wherein the lens scanning mode hyperspectral imaging system further includes: a driving device for driving the imaging lens to translate relative to a plane where a slit of the imaging spectrometer is. The hyperspectral imaging system of the present invention overcomes the technical bias in the prior art that the imaging lens must be fixed, and the present invention provides relative motion between the target object and the imaging spectrometer by the lens scanning mode for imaging, which solves the image distortion problem of conventional hyperspectral imaging system using a slit scanning mode or a scanning mode. 1159591351. A lens scanning mode hyperspectral imaging system , comprising: an imaging lens () , an imaging spectrometer () and a surface array detector () arranged in sequence and coaxial to a main optic axis , wherein the imaging spectrometer () and the surface array detector () are connected and mounted to each other; wherein the lens scanning mode hyperspectral imaging system further comprises: a driving device for driving the imaging lens () to translate relative to a plane where a slit () of the imaging spectrometer () is; the imaging lens () forms a lens scanning mode during translating , and a scanning distance is 10±2 mm.2112. The lens scanning mode hyperspectral imaging system claim 1 , as recited in claim 1 , wherein the driving device comprises: a translation mechanism mounted to the imaging lens () claim 1 , and a scanning motor () for driving the translation mechanism.311151116151612. The lens scanning mode hyperspectral imaging system claim 2 , as recited in claim 2 , wherein the translation mechanism comprises: a fixing ...

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Номер записи: 60
12-01-2017 дата публикации

UNMANNED DELIVERY

Номер: US20170011333A1
Автор: Bohorquez Felipe, Greiner Helen, Norman Christopher Owen, Walker Jason, Zaparovanny Alexey
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A method for unmanned delivery of an item to a desired delivery location includes receiving, at an unmanned vehicle, first data representative of an approximate geographic location of the desired delivery location, receiving, at the unmanned vehicle, second data representative of a fiducial expected to be detectable at the desired delivery location, using the first data to operate the unmanned vehicle to travel to the approximate geographic location of the desired delivery location, upon arriving at the approximate geographic location of the desired delivery location, using the second data to operate the unmanned vehicle to detect the fiducial; and upon detecting the fiducial, using the fiducial to operate the unmanned vehicle to travel to the delivery location and deliver the item. 1. A method for unmanned delivery of an item to a desired delivery location , the method comprising:receiving, at an unmanned vehicle, first data representative of an approximate geographic location of the desired delivery location;receiving, at the unmanned vehicle, second data representative of a fiducial expected to be detectable at the desired delivery location;using the first data to operate the unmanned vehicle to travel to the approximate geographic location of the desired delivery location;upon arriving at the approximate geographic location of the desired delivery location, using the second data to operate the unmanned vehicle to detect the fiducial; andupon detecting the fiducial, operating the unmanned vehicle to travel to the delivery location and deliver the item.2. The method of wherein the fiducial is selected from a group including a two-dimensional code claim 1 , a QR code claim 1 , or a bar code.3. The method of wherein using the second data to operate the unmanned vehicle to detect the fiducial includes capturing images using a camera mounted on the unmanned vehicle and processing the captured images to determine if the fiducial is represented in the images.4. The ...

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10-01-2019 дата публикации

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR STABILIZING A PAYLOAD

Номер: US20190011077A1
Автор: Chen Zihan, PAN Dahu, Wang Jingyuan
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An apparatus includes a carrier, one or more first sensors, one or more second sensors, and one or more processors. The carrier includes a first frame and a second frame. A payload is affixed to the first frame. The second frame is rotatably coupled to a movable object. The one or more first sensors are disposed on the payload and configured to measure one or more motion characteristics of the payload. The one or more second sensors are disposed on the carrier and configured to measure one or more motion characteristics of the carrier. The one or more processors are configured to determine an input torque based on the one or more motion characteristics of the payload, determine an estimated disturbance torque based on the one or more motion characteristics of the carrier, and calculate an output torque based on the input torque and the estimated disturbance torque. 1. An apparatus for controlling an attitude of a payload , comprising: a first frame, the payload being affixed to the first frame; and', 'a second frame rotatably coupled to a movable object;, 'a carrier comprisingone or more first sensors disposed on the payload and configured to measure one or more motion characteristics of the payload;one or more second sensors disposed on the carrier and configured to measure one or more motion characteristics of the carrier; and determine an input torque based on the one or more motion characteristics of the payload;', 'determine an estimated disturbance torque based on the one or more motion characteristics of the carrier; and', 'calculate an output torque based on the input torque and the estimated disturbance torque, the output torque being configured to effect movement of the second frame to achieve a desired attitude of the payload., 'one or more processors individually or collectively configured to2. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising:the movable object; anda damping element disposed between the movable object and the carrier; wherein the carrier is ...

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Номер записи: 62
10-01-2019 дата публикации

LASER SPECKLE SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR AN AIRCRAFT

Номер: US20190011529A1
Автор: CHOI Jae-Woo, Paduano James
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A system for registering multiple point clouds captured by an aircraft is disclosed. The system includes a speckle generator, at least one three-dimensional (3D) scanner, and a processor coupled thereto. In operation, the speckle generator projects a laser speckle pattern onto a surface (e.g., a featureless surface). The at least one 3D scanner scans the surface to generate a plurality of point clouds of the surface and to image at least a portion of the laser speckle pattern. The processor, which is communicatively coupled with the at least one 3D scanner, registers the plurality of point clouds to generate a complete 3D model of the surface based at least in part on the laser speckle pattern. 1. A system for registering multiple point clouds , the system comprising:a speckle generator to project a first laser speckle pattern onto a surface;at least one three-dimensional (3D) scanner to scan the surface, wherein the at least one 3D scanner is configured to generate a plurality of point clouds of the surface and to image at least a portion of the first laser speckle pattern; anda processor communicatively coupled with the at least one 3D scanner to register the plurality of point clouds to generate a 3D model of the surface based at least in part on the first laser speckle pattern.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the speckle generator includes a laser source to generate a laser beam and an optical element to diffract the laser beam into a plurality of laser beams of multiple orders claim 1 , wherein the plurality of laser beams defines the first laser speckle pattern.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one three-dimensional (3D) scanner is coupled to an aircraft having a diffuser and a downward facing camera communicatively coupled with the processor claim 1 , the downward facing camera being configured to image a first surface of the diffuser.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the speckle generator is configured to project a second laser speckle ...

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Номер записи: 63
14-01-2016 дата публикации

METHOD FOR ACCURATELY GEOLOCATING AN IMAGE SENSOR INSTALLED ON BOARD AN AIRCRAFT

Номер: US20160012289A1
Автор: PETIT Jean-Marie
Принадлежит: THALES

A method for geolocating an image sensor having an LoS and installed on board an aircraft. The geographical position of the sensor and the orientation of its LoS being approximate, it comprises: a step of creating an opportune landmark comprising the following substeps: an operator locating, on a screen for displaying acquired images, a stationary element on the ground, the axis of a telemeter being indicated in these images by means of a reticle the direction of which represents the LoS; the operator moving the LoS in order to place the reticle on this stationary element; tracking of this stationary element; estimating the approximate geographical position of this stationary element; searching in a terrain DB for the location corresponding to a zone centered on the stationary element; displaying an image of the terrain of this location, the operator locating the stationary element; and the operator pointing to this stationary element in the displayed terrain image, the geographical coordinates pointed to being retrieved from the terrain DB, this stationary element becoming an opportune landmark; and the sensor moving relative to the landmark, a step of accurately locating the sensor, from the geographical coordinates of this landmark and using a Kalman filter supplied with a plurality of measurements of the distance between the sensor and the landmark and with a plurality of measurements of the orientation of the LoS of the sensor toward the landmark, there being one orientation measurement for each telemetry measurement, simultaneously allowing the orientation of the LoS to be accurately estimated. 1. A method for geolocating an image sensor having a line of sight and installed on board an aircraft , characterized in that the geographical position of the sensor and the orientation of its a line of sight being approximate , it comprises:a step of creating at least one opportune landmark comprising the following substeps:an operator locating, on a screen for ...

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Номер записи: 64
10-01-2019 дата публикации

IMAGE CAPTURING MODULE

Номер: US20190011807A1
Автор: QIU Hualiang, Tang Yin, YANG Feihu
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An image capturing module includes a camera unit, a circuit board device connected to the camera unit, a heat dissipation device, and a casing enclosing the camera unit, the circuit board device, and the heat dissipation device. The circuit board device includes a circuit board unit disposed at a periphery of the camera unit and including a functional module. The heat dissipation device includes a heat sink attached on a surface of the functional module for dissipating heat from the functional module. The casing includes a ventilating window including a first opening portion and a second opening portion connected to the first opening portion. The second opening portion is arranged farther away from the front enclosure than the first opening portion, inclined relative to an optical axis of the camera unit, and oriented towards the front enclosure. 1. An image capturing module , comprising:a camera unit; 'a circuit board unit disposed at a periphery of the camera unit and comprising a functional module;', 'a circuit board device connected to the camera unit, the circuit board device comprising 'a heat sink attached on a surface of the functional module for dissipating heat from the functional module; and', 'a heat dissipation device comprising a first opening portion; and', 'a second opening portion connected to the first opening portion, wherein the second opening portion is arranged farther away from the front enclosure than the first opening portion, inclined relative to an optical axis of the camera unit, and oriented towards the front enclosure., 'a casing enclosing the camera unit, the circuit board device, and the heat dissipation device, the casing comprising a ventilating window, wherein the ventilating window comprises2. The image capturing module of claim 1 , wherein a profile of the second opening portion of the ventilating window is in a shape of an arc claim 1 , a top of the arc being further away from the optical axis of the camera unit than a bottom of ...

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09-01-2020 дата публикации

Method for determining heading of unmanned aerial vehicle and unmanned aerial vehicle

Номер: US20200011670A1
Автор: Chen Yousheng
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A method for determining the heading of an unmanned aerial vehicle and an unmanned aerial vehicle are provided. The method includes: acquiring a first heading angle of an unmanned aerial vehicle by means of a first sensing system, and acquiring a second heading angle of the unmanned aerial vehicle by means of a second sensing system (S); judging whether the second heading angle is valid according to a comparing result (S); and if the second heading angle is invalid, determining the first heading angle as a current heading angle of the unmanned aerial vehicle (S). 1. A method for determining the heading of an unmanned aerial vehicle , comprising the following steps:acquiring a first heading angle of an unmanned aerial vehicle by means of a first sensing system, and acquiring a second heading angle of the unmanned aerial vehicle by means of a second sensing system;determining a included angle between a first heading corresponding to the first heading angle and a second heading corresponding to the second heading angle;comparing the included angle with a preset threshold;judging whether the second heading angle is valid according to a comparing result; andif the second heading angle is invalid, determining the first heading angle as a current heading angle of the unmanned aerial vehicle.2. The determination method as claimed in claim 1 , whereinthe first sensing system comprises a visual positioning apparatus and a satellite positioning apparatus; andthe second sensing system comprises a Real-Time Kinematic (RTK) apparatus and/or an inertial measurement apparatus.3. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the first sensing system comprises a first heading measurement apparatus and a second heading measurement apparatus claim 1 , and the step of acquiring the first heading angle of an unmanned aerial vehicle by means of a first sensing system comprises:acquiring a speed of the unmanned aerial vehicle in a world coordinate system by means of the first heading ...

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Номер записи: 66
14-01-2021 дата публикации

FLIGHT AIDING METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLE, UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLE, AND MOBILE TERMINAL

Номер: US20210011473A1
Автор: Song Jianyu
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A flight aiding method for an unmanned aerial vehicle includes receiving a receiving, from a mobile terminal that controls the unmanned aerial vehicle, a flight aiding instruction to execute a flight aiding function. The flight aiding method further includes in response to receiving the flight aiding instruction, controlling, regardless of a head direction that a head of the unmanned aerial vehicle is pointing, the unmanned aerial vehicle to fly by controlling both a velocity of the unmanned aerial vehicle along a reference direction and a velocity of the unmanned aerial vehicle perpendicular to the reference direction. The reference direction is defined for the unmanned aerial vehicle based on a position of a point of interest and a current location of the unmanned aerial vehicle. 1. A flight aiding method for an unmanned aerial vehicle comprising:receiving, from a mobile terminal that controls the unmanned aerial vehicle, a flight aiding instruction to execute a flight aiding function; andin response to receiving the flight aiding instruction, controlling, regardless of a head direction that a head of the unmanned aerial vehicle is pointing, the unmanned aerial vehicle to fly by controlling both a velocity of the unmanned aerial vehicle along a reference direction and a velocity of the unmanned aerial vehicle perpendicular to the reference direction, the reference direction being defined for the unmanned aerial vehicle based on a position of a point of interest and a current location of the unmanned aerial vehicle.2. The flight adding method according to claim 1 , further comprising:controlling, in response to receiving a forward flight instruction, the unmanned aerial vehicle to fly along the reference direction regardless of the head direction.3. The flight adding method according to claim 2 , further comprising:receiving the forward flight instruction sent from the mobile terminal in response to a pitch stick of the mobile terminal controlling the unmanned ...

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14-01-2021 дата публикации

FLIGHT CONTROL METHOD, DEVICE, AND MACHINE-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM

Номер: US20210011490A1
Автор: Qian Jie, WANG Hongda, Wu Qifeng
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A flight control method includes determining a distance of a target relative to an aircraft based on a depth map acquired by an imaging device carried by the aircraft, determining an orientation of the target relative to the aircraft, and controlling flight of the aircraft based on the distance and the orientation. 1. A flight control method comprising:determining a distance of a target relative to an aircraft based on a depth map acquired by an imaging device carried by the aircraft;determining an orientation of the target relative to the aircraft; andcontrolling flight of the aircraft based on the distance and the orientation.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein determining the distance of the target relative to the aircraft includes:determining the target in the depth map; anddetermining the distance of the target relative to the aircraft based on the depth map.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein determining the orientation of the target relative to the aircraft includes:clustering pixels of the depth map to obtain a point cloud;identifying the target based on at least one of a shape or a size of the point cloud;determining a position of the target in the depth map; anddetermining the orientation of the target relative to the aircraft based on the position of the target in the depth map.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein:the imaging device is a first imaging device;the aircraft further includes a second imaging device; and determining a visual frame that frames the target in a shot image from the second imaging device;', 'rotationally mapping the visual frame in the shot image to the depth map; and', 'determining the position of the target in the depth map based on the visual frame mapped to the depth map., 'determining the position of the target in the depth map includes5. The method of claim 1 , wherein:the imaging device is a first imaging device;the aircraft further includes a second imaging device; and determining a visual frame that frames the target in a shot ...

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14-01-2021 дата публикации

LOAD DEVICE CONTROL METHOD, ADAPTER APPARATUS, UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLE, AND CONTROL TERMINAL

Номер: US20210011491A1
Автор: CHEN Hanping, YANG Yong
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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. 1. A load device control method comprising:receiving, by an adapter apparatus, a control command sent by an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) for controlling a load device connected to the UAV via the adapter apparatus;converting, by the adapter apparatus, a first communication protocol between the UAV and the adapter apparatus into a second communication protocol between the adapter apparatus and the load device; andsending, by the adapter apparatus, the control command to the load device using the second communication protocol.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:receiving, by the adapter apparatus, data sent by the load device;converting, by the adapter apparatus, the second communication protocol into the first communication protocol; andsending, by the adapter apparatus, the data to the UAV using the first communication protocol.3. The method of claim 2 , further comprising:before sending the data to the UAV, encrypting, by the adapter apparatus, the data to obtain encrypted data; 'sending, by the adapter apparatus, the encrypted data to the UAV using the first communication protocol.', 'wherein sending the data to the UAV includes4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:sending, by the adapter apparatus, a handshake command to the load device, the handshake command detecting whether the adapter apparatus and the load device are in a normal communication connection.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the adapter apparatus includes a power interface configured to supply power to the load ...

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14-01-2021 дата публикации

Unmanned Aircraft

Номер: US20210011492A1
Автор: Bergstrom Niklas, Inoue Shosuke, RAABE Christopher Thomas
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Provided is an unmanned aircraft that is used to quickly and accurately specify a target location and operate a specific mechanism having a predetermined function at the target location. An unmanned aircraft refers to a target location marker pattern representing an appearance of a target location marker disposed to have a predetermined relative position relationship with the target location, detects an image portion corresponding to the target location marker from an image obtained by a camera that obtains the image below the unmanned aircraft , and is guided directly above the target location, based on the image portion, where the specific mechanism is operated. 1. An unmanned aircraft including a cord having a predetermined portion to which a specific mechanism having a predetermined function is attached , comprising:a position sensor that detects a flight position of the unmanned aircraft,a camera that obtains an image below the unmanned aircraft,a memory that stores coordinate information of a target location that is a location to operate the specific mechanism, and a target location marker pattern representing an appearance of a target location marker that identifies the target location and is disposed to have a predetermined relative position relationship with the target location,an automatic flight control unit that controls the unmanned aircraft to fly from a departure position toward the target location, based on the flight position detected by the position sensor, anda flight position correction unit that refers to the target location marker pattern, detects an image portion corresponding to the target location marker from the image obtained by the camera, obtains a relative position between the unmanned aircraft and the target location marker based on the detected image portion of the target location marker, and controls the automatic flight control unit to guide the unmanned aircraft directly above the target location based on the relative position.2. ...

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11-01-2018 дата публикации

DETECTING AND RANGING CLOUD FEATURES

Номер: US20180012060A1
Автор: Buchanan Roderick, Revell James Duncan
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Disclosed is a method and apparatus for detecting and ranging cloud features. The method comprises: obtaining image data(e.g. using a camera (); classifying, as a cloud feature, an image segment (-) of the image data; determining a plurality of moments of the image segment (-); using the determined plurality of moments, determining a geometric representation of that image segment (-); and, using the geometric representation, determining a distance between the cloud feature represented by that image segment (-) and an entity that obtained the image data. 1. A method of detecting and ranging cloud features , the method comprising:obtaining image data;classifying, as a cloud feature, an image segment of the image data;determining a plurality of moments of the image segment;using the determined plurality of moments to determine major and minor axes of the image segment and using the major and minor axes to determine a geometric representation of that image segment;and,using the geometric representation, determining a distance between the cloud feature represented by that image segment and an entity that obtained the image data.2. A method according to claim 1 , wherein the geometric representation is a rectilinear or curvilinear representation.3. A method according to claim 1 , wherein the geometric representation is a parametric representation.4. A method according to claim 1 , wherein the geometric representation is a digital model.5. A method according to claim 1 , wherein the geometric representation is an ellipse.6. A method according to claim 1 , wherein determining the geometric representation of the image segment comprises determining a centroid of the image segment and claim 1 , using the determined centroid determining the geometric representation.7. (canceled)8. A method according to claim 1 , wherein determining a distance comprises determining a time-to-collision between the cloud feature represented by that image segment and an entity that obtained the ...

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10-01-2019 дата публикации

Sensor-Centric Path Planning and Control for Robotic Vehicles

Номер: US20190011932A1
Автор: Gary MCGRATH
Принадлежит: Qualcomm Inc

Various embodiments involve controlling rotational maneuvers of a robotic vehicle (e.g., an unmanned aerial vehicle or UAV) so that commanded changes in vehicle attitude (e.g., pitch, roll, and/or yaw) may be performed as rotations about a center of sensing of a sensor instead of the vehicle's center of gravity. Maneuvers performed according to various embodiments may reduce or eliminate translational movements in the sensor output that occur when the robotic vehicle rotates about the center of gravity and the sensor is mounted some distance from the center of gravity.

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Номер записи: 72
09-01-2020 дата публикации

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR MEASURING FLIGHT PARAMETERS OF AN UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLE

Номер: US20200011892A1
Автор: Huang Liming, SUN Ke, YU Yun, ZHOU Wancheng
Принадлежит: SZ DJI Technology Co., Ltd.

A method and a device for measuring flight parameters of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) are provided, the method includes, capturing images and collecting an angular velocity of the UAC, extracting corner points from a current frame image, estimating an estimated area according to the angular velocity of the UAV, searching for a corresponding corner point in the estimated area, obtaining a speed of each of the corner points, obtaining a pixel velocity, and obtaining an actual speed of the UAV based on the pixel velocity and a flight altitude of the UAV. 118-. (canceled)19. A method of measuring at least one flight parameter of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) , said method comprising:capturing a plurality of frame images by an image sensor;extracting corner points from a current frame image captured at a first time;estimating, for each of the corner points in the current frame image, a corresponding corner point in a previous frame image based on the position of each of the corner points in the current frame image, wherein the previous frame image is captured at a second time before the first time;obtaining a speed of each of the corner points based on each corner point in the current frame image and its corresponding corner point in the previous frame image;obtaining a pixel velocity based on the speeds of the corner points; andobtaining an actual speed of the UAV based on the pixel velocity and a flight altitude of the UAV.20. The method of claim 19 , wherein the step of obtaining the actual speed of the UAV based on the pixel velocity and a flight altitude of the UAV includes obtaining the actual speed of the UAV based on a translational pixel velocity claim 19 , the flight altitude of the UAV claim 19 , and a focal length of a lens in the image sensor.21. The method of claim 20 , wherein the step of estimating claim 20 , for each of the corner points in the current frame image claim 20 , the corresponding corner point in a previous frame image includes: ...

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Номер записи: 73
09-01-2020 дата публикации

Control system for a flying object, control device therefor, and marker thereof

Номер: US20200012297A1
Автор: Satoshi Hishida, Tomohiro Ishikawa
Принадлежит: Spiral Inc

Problem: To provide a control system and a control device for a flying object that autonomously flies the flying object without using a GPS and without storing a flight route. Means for solving the problem: A control system 2 for a flying object includes at least one marker 6, which corresponds to control information related to the control of the flying object, a reading unit 12 for reading the control information, and a flight information transmitting unit 14 for transmitting flight information to the flying object based on the control information read by the reading unit.

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Номер записи: 74
10-01-2019 дата публикации

Lighter than air monitoring device and advertisement platform

Номер: US20190012943A1
Автор: Nurettin Burcak BESER, Saran Saund
Принадлежит: Pointr Data Inc

An air monitoring device includes a main body defining a volume for receiving a gas and configured to move above a ground surface. The air monitoring device further includes a camera configured to detect image data corresponding to a surrounding environment of the main body. The air monitoring device further includes a power source configured to generate mechanical power to propel the main body through the surrounding environment. The air monitoring device further includes a network access device configured to communicate with a remote device. The air monitoring device further includes a processor configured to receive the image data and to cause the network access device to transmit the image data or processed data corresponding to the image data to the remote device.

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Номер записи: 75
14-01-2021 дата публикации

DISTANCE MEASURING METHOD AND DEVICE

Номер: US20210012520A1
Автор: Liu Jie, Yan Jiaqi, ZHOU You
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A method for measuring distance using an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) includes: identifying a target object to be measured; receiving a plurality of images captured by a camera of the UAV when the UAV is moving and the camera is tracking the target object; collecting movement information of the UAV corresponding to capturing moments of the plurality of images; and calculating a distance between the target object and the UAV based on the movement information and the plurality of images. 1. A method for measuring distance using an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) , comprising:identifying a target object to be measured;receiving a plurality of images captured by a camera of the UAV when the UAV is moving and the camera is tracking the target object;collecting movement information of the UAV corresponding to capturing moments of the plurality of images; andcalculating a distance between the target object and the UAV based on the movement information and the plurality of images.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein identifying the target object comprises:receiving an initial image containing the target object captured by the camera of the UAV; andidentifying the target object in the initial image.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein identifying the target object further comprises:displaying the initial image on a graphical user interface;obtaining a user selection of a target area in the initial image; andobtaining the target object based on the target area.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the user selection comprises a single tap at a center of the target area claim 3 , a double tap at the center of the target area claim 3 , or a dragging operation having a starting point and an ending point that define a bounding box of the target area.5. The method of claim 3 , wherein identifying the target object comprises:obtaining super-pixels of the initial image by clustering pixels of the initial image based on image features of the pixels; obtaining a super-pixel partially located ...

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Номер записи: 76
09-01-2020 дата публикации

OBJECT DETECTION AND AVOIDANCE FOR AERIAL VEHICLES

Номер: US20200012842A1
Автор: Klaus Andreas
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Aerial vehicles that are equipped with one or more imaging devices may detect obstacles that are small in size, or obstacles that feature colors or textures that are consistent with colors or textures of a landing area, using pairs of images captured by the imaging devices. Disparities between pixels corresponding to points of the landing area that appear within each of a pair of the images may be determined and used to generate a reconstruction of the landing area and a difference image. If either the reconstruction or the difference image indicates the presence of one or more obstacles, a landing operation at the landing area may be aborted or an alternate landing area for the aerial vehicle may be identified accordingly. 1. A method for operating an unmanned aerial vehicle , the method comprising:locating, by at least one imaging device provided on the unmanned aerial vehicle, a target marker on a surface beneath the unmanned aerial vehicle;defining a landing area based at least in part on at least a portion of the target marker, wherein the landing area comprises a geometric shape defined with respect to the portion of the target marker;causing the unmanned aerial vehicle to descend toward the surface beneath the unmanned aerial vehicle;capturing, by the at least one imaging device, a first image including at least a portion of the surface beneath the unmanned aerial vehicle, wherein the first image is captured while the unmanned aerial vehicle is descending toward the surface beneath the unmanned aerial vehicle;capturing, by the at least one imaging device, a second image including at least a portion of the surface beneath the unmanned aerial vehicle, wherein the second image is captured while the unmanned aerial vehicle is descending toward the surface beneath the unmanned aerial vehicle;determining disparities between pixels corresponding to at least a plurality of points depicted in the first image and pixels corresponding to at least the plurality of points ...

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Номер записи: 77
03-02-2022 дата публикации

Image Capture and Obstacle Detection Assembly Intended to be Mounted on a Platform Such as a Drone and Drone Provided with Such an Image Capture and Obstacle Detection Assembly

Номер: US20220033073A1
Автор: Barse Thomas, Seydoux Fornier de Clausonne Henri
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The image capture and obstacle detection assembly comprises a support device intended to be mounted on a platform, for example a drone, an image capture unit comprising at least one camera for capturing images and an obstacle detection unit comprising at least one obstacle sensor, the image capture unit and the obstacle detection unit being carried by the support device, the support device being configured such that the image capture unit is rotatable about at least one rotation axis and the obstacle detection unit is rotatable about at least one rotation axis. 1. An image capture and obstacle detection assembly comprising a support device intended to be mounted on a platform , for example , a drone , an image capture unit comprising at least one camera for capturing images and an obstacle detection unit comprising at least one obstacle sensor , the image capture unit and the obstacle detection unit being carried by the support device , the support device being configured such that the image capture unit is rotatable about at least one rotation axis and the obstacle detection unit is rotatable about at least one rotation axis , wherein a rotation axis of the image capture unit and a rotation axis of the obstacle detection unit are coincident and define a common rotation axis , the image capture unit and the obstacle detection unit being rotatable relative to each other about the common rotation axis.2. The image capture and obstacle detection assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the image capture unit is rotatable about three mutually perpendicular rotation axes.3. The image capture and obstacle detection assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the image capture unit comprises a single camera.4. The image capture and obstacle detection assembly claim 1 , wherein the obstacle detection unit is rotatable about a single rotation axis.5. The obstacle detection assembly according to claim 4 , wherein each obstacle sensor is oriented perpendicular to the rotation axis ...

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Номер записи: 78
03-02-2022 дата публикации

DRONE DEVICE

Номер: US20220033077A1
Автор: Myslinski Lucas J.
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A fact checking system utilizes social networking information and analyzes and determines the factual accuracy of information and/or characterizes the information by comparing the information with source information. The social networking fact checking system automatically monitors information, processes the information, fact checks the information and/or provides a status of the information, including automatically modifying a web page to include the fact check results. The fact checking system is able to be implemented utilizing a drone device. 1. An aerial drone device comprising:a device body;at least one motor coupled to the device body;at least one propeller coupled to the at least one motor;at least one camera coupled to the device body, wherein the at least one camera is configured to acquire content;a plurality of information acquisition components coupled to the device body, wherein a first information acquisition component of the plurality of information acquisition components is positioned in a first direction, and a second information acquisition component of the plurality of information acquisition components is positioned in a second direction, wherein the plurality of information acquisition components are configured to acquire external information;at least one power supply configured to provide power to the at least one motor, the at least one camera, and the plurality of information acquisition components; process the content acquired by the at least one camera and the external information acquired by the plurality of information acquisition components;', 'acquire depth information using the at least one camera, the plurality of information acquisition components, or any combination thereof;', 'direct the aerial drone device to navigate based on the content from the at least one camera, the external information from the plurality of information acquisition components, or any combination thereof, including avoiding at least one obstacle;', 'track at ...

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Номер записи: 79
14-01-2021 дата публикации

VIDEO PROCESSING METHOD, DEVICE AND IMAGE SYSTEM

Номер: US20210014422A1
Автор: LI Shunnian, Liu Weifeng, Tao Ye, ZHENG Yayun
Принадлежит:

An image processing method includes, when an edit triggering event for a target image is detected, acquiring description information associated with the target image. The description information includes interference information that affects image quality occurred in a shooting process of the target image. The description information includes at least one of motion data of a carrying member that carries a shooting module configured to acquire the target image or motion data of a moving object on which the carrying member is mounted. The method further includes editing image clips in the target image which are associated with respective interference information of the description information to obtain a processed target image. 1. An image processing method , comprising:when an edit triggering event for a target image is detected, acquiring description information associated with the target image, the description information including interference information that affects image quality occurred in a shooting process of the target image, the description information including at least one of motion data of a carrying member that carries a shooting module configured to acquire the target image or motion data of a moving object on which the carrying member is mounted; andediting image clips in the target image which are associated with respective interference information of the description information to obtain a processed target image.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein:the interference information that affects the image quality comprises at least one of: acceleration data or angular acceleration data.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein:the interference information that affects the image quality comprises: acceleration and/or angular velocity of the carrying member that carries the shooting module in one or more directions.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein:the interference information that affects the quality of the target image comprises: ...

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Номер записи: 80
14-01-2021 дата публикации

Control device, imaging device, mobile object, control method and program

Номер: US20210014427A1
Автор: Kenichi Honjo, Ming SHAO
Принадлежит: SZ DJI Technology Co Ltd

A control device includes a processor and a storage medium storing instructions that cause the processor to control an imaging device to capture a plurality of images while an imaging direction of the imaging device is changing, determine a target imaging direction of the imaging device that satisfies a predetermined condition based on the plurality of images, and control the imaging device to perform additional image capturing while further changing the imaging direction, including performing image capturing at a first image capture angle rate while the imaging direction is in a first angle range not including the target imaging direction and performing image capturing at a second image capture angle rate while the imaging direction is in a second angle range including the target imaging direction. The second image capture angle rate correspond to more images captured per unit angle than the first image capture angle rate.

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Номер записи: 81
21-01-2016 дата публикации

UNMANNED AERIAL DELIVERY DEVICE

Номер: US20160016664A1
Автор: Basuni Jihad Talat
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An unmanned aerial delivery device has a plurality of rotors for propulsion and control, including redundant rotors in case of failure of a primary rotor, and uses a Laser Rangefinder system to guide the delivery device around an obstacle in its path until an acceptable straight-line path to a recipient is found, detect when a rotor is inoperable, and detect the distance from a take-off or landing surface to retract or extend support legs. The device has an insulated payload chamber that can only be opened by entering an unlock code on a touchscreen 1. An unmanned aerial delivery device for delivering items from a sender to a recipient , wherein the device flies to the recipient along a straight line path from the sender to the recipient , said device comprising:a body having a payload chamber therein for containing items to be delivered to a recipient;a plurality of rotors attached to the body around its periphery, said rotors including a number of primary rotors for normal operation of the device, and a number of redundant rotors to operate the device in the event of damage to or inoperability of one or more of the primary rotors; andrange-finder means on said device for detecting obstacles in the path of the device and guiding the device around the obstacle to maintain the straight line path to the recipient.2. The delivery device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein:said range-finder means comprises forwardly pointing lasers on the device.3. The delivery device as claimed in claim 2 , wherein:said rotors are supported on the ends of support arms mounted to said body; andan annular rotor shield extends around each said rotor to protect the rotors from damage and to protect a user of the device against injury from the rotors.4. The delivery device as claimed in claim 2 , wherein:said forwardly pointing lasers are mounted on said body and on at least two of said rotor shields.5. The delivery device as claimed in claim 4 , wherein:a separate motor is associated with each ...

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Номер записи: 82
21-01-2016 дата публикации

Modular Mounting Structure with Embedded Electrical Bus

Номер: US20160016666A1
Автор: Paul NESLINE, Richard C. Uskert
Принадлежит: AAI Corp

A modular mounting structure is described which allows for the easy installation and removal of various payloads from a vehicle structure. An embedded electrical bus feature further supports the installation of the various payloads into the vehicle structure.

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Номер записи: 83
21-01-2016 дата публикации

Payload mounting platform

Номер: US20160016674A1
Автор: Li Zhou, Tao Wang, Tao Zhao, Xi feng ZHAO, Yong Wang
Принадлежит: SZ DJI Technology Co Ltd

Systems, devices, and methods are provided relating to improved mounting platforms for supporting a payload on a movable object. In one aspect, an apparatus for supporting a payload comprises: a first support member coupled to the payload and configured to rotate the payload; a second support member coupled to the first support member and configured to rotate the first support member relative to the second support member; and a flexible member electrically coupling the first and second support members, wherein a length of the flexible member winds around a portion of the first support member or second support member, such that the length winds up around the portion when the first support member is rotated in a first direction and unwinds from the portion when the first support member is rotated in a second direction.

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Номер записи: 84
03-02-2022 дата публикации

METHOD, APPARATUS, TERMINAL, AND STORAGE MEDIUM FOR ELEVATION SURROUNDING FLIGHT CONTROL

Номер: US20220035383A1
Автор: ZHONG ZIMING
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Embodiments of the present invention provide a method, an apparatus, a terminal, and a storage medium for elevation surrounding flight control. The method includes: obtaining surrounding parameter information of an unmanned aerial vehicle; determining, according to the surrounding parameter information, an elevation surrounding trajectory to be surrounded, where the elevation surrounding trajectory is a plane with the point of interest as a center and the surrounding radius as a radius, and the plane where the elevation surrounding trajectory is located is perpendicular to a horizontal plane; and obtaining a capture viewing angle mode; and controlling, according to the capture viewing angle mode, the unmanned aerial vehicle to fly along the elevation surrounding trajectory. 1. A method for elevation surrounding flight control , applied to an unmanned aerial vehicle , the unmanned aerial vehicle comprising a fuselage and a photographing apparatus disposed in the fuselage , and the method comprising:obtaining surrounding parameter information of the unmanned aerial vehicle, wherein the surrounding parameter information comprises position information of a point of interest and a surrounding radius of the unmanned aerial vehicle;determining, according to the surrounding parameter information, an elevation surrounding trajectory to be surrounded, wherein the elevation surrounding trajectory is a plane with the point of interest as a center and the surrounding radius as a radius, and the plane where the elevation surrounding trajectory is located is perpendicular to a horizontal plane;obtaining a capture viewing angle mode, wherein the capture viewing angle mode comprises a free capture viewing angle mode and a centripetal capture viewing angle mode, the free capture viewing angle mode means that a photographing direction of the photographing apparatus is an arbitrary direction, and the centripetal capture viewing angle mode means that the photographing direction of the ...

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Номер записи: 85
17-01-2019 дата публикации

UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLE

Номер: US20190016460A1
Автор: Evans Allan, FRENCH Gregory, MEUGNIER Jerome
Принадлежит: Fat Shark Technology SEZC

Disclosed herein are unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Some UAVs include a vertically-mounted printed circuit board (PCB). The UAVs have yaw, pitch, and roll axes. The UAVs comprise a plurality of propellers, each of the plurality of propellers configured to rotate about a respective one of a plurality of axes of rotation; a base assembly coupled to each of the plurality of propellers; and a PCB coupled to the base assembly. A surface of the PCB lies in a plane defined by the yaw axis and the roll axis, and no portion of the PCB intersects any axis of rotation of any propeller of the unmanned aerial vehicle. The PCB may have a non-rectangular shape, such as the shape of a shark. Some UAVs include a PCB comprising a mechanical feature configured to engage with a peripheral or a peripheral subassembly. 1. An unmanned aerial vehicle having a yaw axis , a pitch axis , and a roll axis , the unmanned aerial vehicle comprising:a plurality of propeller assemblies, each of the plurality of propeller assemblies configured to rotate about a respective one of a plurality of axes of rotation;a base assembly coupled to each of the plurality of propeller assemblies; anda vertically-mounted printed circuit board coupled to the base assembly, the vertically-mounted printed circuit board comprising a populated surface and an edge substantially perpendicular to the populated surface,wherein:the populated surface of the vertically-mounted printed circuit board lies in a first plane, wherein the first plane is coincident with the yaw axis and the roll axis or parallel to a plane coincident with the yaw axis and the roll axis,a length of the populated surface of the vertically-mounted printed circuit board along or parallel to the roll axis is greater than a length of the base assembly along the roll axis,no portion of the vertically-mounted printed circuit board intersects any of the axes of rotation of the propeller assemblies, andfor each of the plurality of propeller assemblies, no ...

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Номер записи: 86
17-01-2019 дата публикации

UAV FLIGHT DISPLAY

Номер: US20190016475A1
Автор: Li Xiaojun, ZHANG Zhiyuan, ZHONG Heli
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A method for providing flight information related to an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) includes receiving, at a remote terminal, UAV state information comprising at least attitude information of the UAV when the UAV is airborne; determining, based on sensing data from one or more sensors of the remote terminal, remote terminal state information; processing the received UAV state information and the remote terminal state information to determine a spatial relationship between the UAV and the remote terminal; and simultaneously displaying, in a same display area on a display of the remote terminal, the determined spatial relationship between the UAV and the remote terminal, and a non-numeric, graphical attitude indicator that indicates the attitude information of the UAV. 1. A method for providing flight information related to an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) , said method comprising:receiving, at a remote terminal, UAV state information comprising at least attitude information of the UAV when the UAV is airborne;determining, based on sensing data from one or more sensors of the remote terminal, remote terminal state information;processing the received UAV state information and the remote terminal state information to determine a spatial relationship between the UAV and the remote terminal; andsimultaneously displaying, in a same display area on a display of the remote terminal, the determined spatial relationship between the UAV and the remote terminal, and a non-numeric, graphical attitude indicator that indicates the attitude information of the UAV.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein a position or an orientation of the attitude indicator in the display area corresponds to an attitude of the UAV.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the attitude indicator comprises a line.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein movement of the attitude indicator in the display area corresponds to rotation of the UAV around a rotation axis.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein a tilt of the ...

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Номер записи: 87
21-01-2016 дата публикации

WIND TOWER AND WIND FARM INSPECTIONS VIA UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS

Номер: US20160017866A1
Автор: Craft David Glenn, THOMPSON Christopher Edward
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An unmanned aircraft system (UAS) to inspect equipment and a method of inspecting equipment with the UAS are described. The UAS includes a scanner to obtain images of the equipment and a memory device to store information for the UAS. The UAS also includes a processor to determine a real-time flight path based on the images and the stored information, and a camera mounted on the UAS to obtain camera images of the equipment as the UAS traverses the real-time flight path.

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Номер записи: 88
19-01-2017 дата публикации

CRADLE HEAD, CRADLE HEAD CAMERA DEVICE AND UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLE

Номер: US20170017138A1
Автор: AI Fuhua, LIANG Yucheng
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A cradle head includes: a yaw support, wherein one end of the yaw support is rotatable around a yaw axis; a pitching support, which is rotatably connected to the yaw support via a pitching axis, wherein a camera device mounting seat is provided on the pitching support; a first casing attached on the pitching support, wherein a first accommodating space is provided within the first casing, wherein the camera device mounting seat is disposed within the first accommodating space, and wherein a camera hole is provided in the first casing; and a third casing, provided on the yaw support, wherein a third accommodating space is provided within the third casing, the yaw support being disposed within the third accommodating space; wherein the third casing and the first casing form a part of a curved outer surface of the cradle head. 1. A cradle head , comprising:a yaw support, wherein one end of the yaw support is rotatable around a yaw axis;a pitching support, which is rotatably connected to the yaw support via a pitching axis, wherein a camera device mounting seat is provided on the pitching support;a first casing attached on the pitching support, wherein a first accommodating space is provided within the first casing, wherein the camera device mounting seat is disposed within the first accommodating space, and wherein a camera hole is provided in the first casing; anda third casing provided on the yaw support, wherein a third accommodating space is provided within the third casing, the yaw support being disposed within the third accommodating space;wherein the third casing and the first casing form a part of a curved outer surface of the cradle head.2. The cradle head according to claim 1 , further comprising:a roll support, wherein one end of the roll support is rotatably connected to the other end of the yaw support via a rolling axis;a second casing, provided on the roll support, wherein a second accommodating space is provided within the second casing, the roll ...

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Номер записи: 89
21-01-2021 дата публикации

GIMBAL, FRAME, AND UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLE

Номер: US20210016882A1
Автор: LIU Yucheng, Qiu Li
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Embodiments of the present disclosure provides a gimbal. The gimbal includes a pitch motor, a coaxial cable, and a first support arm arranged opposite a second support arm. The pitch motor is disposed at a front end of the first support arm, a motor shaft of the pitch motor extending in a direction of the second support arm for connecting with one end of an imaging device; a limiting shaft is disposed at a front end of the second support arm, the limiting shaft extending in a direction of the first arm for connecting with another end of the imaging device; a first wiring space is formed in the limiting shaft and a second wiring space is formed in the second support arm, a first end of the coaxial cable sequentially passing through the second wiring space and the first wiring space for electrically connecting with the imaging device. 1. A gimbal , comprising:a pitch motor;a coaxial cable; anda first support arm arranged opposite a second support arm, wherein:the pitch motor is disposed at a front end of the first support arm, a motor shaft of the pitch motor extending in a direction of the second support arm for detachably connecting with one end of an imaging device;a limiting shaft is disposed at a front end of the second support arm, the limiting shaft extending in a direction of the first arm for detachably connecting with another end of the imaging device; anda first wiring space is formed in the limiting shaft and a second wiring space connected to the first wiring space is formed in the second support arm, a first end of the coaxial cable sequentially passing through the second wiring space and the first wiring space for electrically connecting with the imaging device.2. The gimbal of claim 1 , wherein:the second support arm includes a first housing and a second housing covering the first housing, and the first housing and the second housing enclose the second wiring space.3. The gimbal of claim 1 , wherein:the limiting shaft is a hollow shaft with openings at ...

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Номер записи: 90
21-01-2021 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR SEARCH AND RESCUE LIGHT CONTROL FOR A ROTORCRAFT

Номер: US20210016895A1
Автор: Das Shouvik, Sethuraman Deepthi, Srinivasulu Anupama
Принадлежит: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL INC.

Provided are systems and methods for controlling a search and rescue (SAR) light on a rotorcraft. The system includes a processor programmed to: for each cartesian input point in a sequence defining a cartesian pattern, determine an initial light head orientation as a function of the real-time rotorcraft state; generate and transmit a pan command and a tilt command as a function of the initial light head orientation and the cartesian input point; and identify a delta-range. A pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) camera is configured to continuously slave and have a field of view centered on a beam axis of the SAR light. The PTZ camera captures a video stream and transmits it; zooms in on the field of view of the PTZ camera when the delta-range is positive; and zooms out on the field of view of the PTZ camera when the delta-range is negative. 1. A system to control a search and rescue (SAR) light on a rotorcraft , the SAR light configured to project a beam of light along a beam axis , the system comprising:a pan control motor configured to cause the beam axis to pan responsive to a pan command;a tilt control motor configured to cause the beam axis to tilt responsive to a tilt command;a navigation system providing a real-time rotorcraft state, including a latitude, a longitude, and an orientation;a source of a cartesian pattern configured to supply a cartesian input point; receive the cartesian input point;', 'determine an initial light head orientation as a function of the real-time rotorcraft state;', 'generate a pan command and a tilt command as a function of the initial light head orientation and the cartesian input point; and', 'transmit the pan command to the pan control motor and the tilt command to the tilt control motor; and, 'a controller operationally coupled to the navigation system and the source of a cartesian pattern, the controller having a processor programmed toa pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) camera configured to slave with the beam axis and to continuously have a field of ...

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Номер записи: 91
21-01-2021 дата публикации

UAV PAYLOAD MODULE CAMERA ASSEMBLY AND RETRACTION MECHANISM

Номер: US20210016896A1
Автор: "DAquila Christopher J.", Belik Pavel, Dimotakis Manolis, Zwaan John Peter
Принадлежит: AeroVironment, Inc.

In one possible embodiment, a UAV payload module retraction mechanism is provided including a payload pivotally attached to a housing. A biasing member is mounted to bias the payload out of the housing and a winch is attached to the payload. An elongated flexible drawing member is coupled between the housing and the winch, the elongated drawing flexible member being capable of being drawn by the winch to retract the payload within the housing. 1. A method in a UAV comprising:a) securing a payload to the UAV so as to be capable of stowing the payload within the UAV and deploying the payload out of the UAV;b) biasing the payload out of the UAV into a deployed position;c) retracting the payload using a flexible means capable of supporting tension; andd) wherein retracting using the flexible means comprises causing the payload to retract into the UAV from the deployed position while biasing the payload out of the UAV.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein retracting using the flexible means comprises using at least one of: a) a cable; or b) a belt.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein retracting using the flexible means comprises using a corrosion resistant material.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein retracting using the flexible means comprises a KEVLAR belt.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein biasing comprises providing sufficient force to keep the payload stable when the payload is deployed out of the UAV into an airstream.6. The method of further comprising locking the payload in the deployed position to secure the payload in the deployed position.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein securing the payload comprises securing with a hinge.8. The method of claim 1 , wherein retracting the payload comprises using a winch.9. A method in a UAV comprising:a) applying a biasing force to a payload to bias a payload out of the UAV;b) retaining the payload within the UAV using a flexible retraction mechanism;c) extending the payload from the UAV using the flexible retraction mechanism; ...

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Номер записи: 92
19-01-2017 дата публикации

DYNAMIC IMAGE MASKING SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20170018058A1
Автор: Spinelli Charles B., Turner Robert W.
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A dynamic image masking system for providing a filtered autonomous remote sensing image through a dynamic image masking process is provided. The dynamic image masking system has a remote sensing platform and an imaging system associated with the remote sensing platform. The imaging system has an optical system and an image sensing system. The dynamic image masking system further has a multi-level security system associated with the imaging system and one or more image alteration locations located in the imaging system and the multi-level security system, wherein alteration of one or more images takes place via the dynamic image masking process. The dynamic image masking system further has a computer system associated with the imaging system. The computer system has a gatekeeper algorithm configured to send gatekeeper commands to one or more controllers that control the one or more image alteration locations through the dynamic image masking process. 1. A dynamic image masking system for providing a filtered autonomous remote sensing image through a dynamic image masking process , the system comprising:a remote sensing platform; an optical system;', 'an image sensing system;, 'an imaging system associated with the remote sensing platform, the imaging system comprisinga multi-level security system associated with the imaging system;one or more image alteration locations located in the imaging system and the multi-level security system, wherein alteration of one or more images takes place via the dynamic image masking process; anda computer system associated with the imaging system, the computer system comprising a gatekeeper algorithm configured to send gatekeeper commands to one or more controllers that control the one or more image alteration locations through the dynamic image masking process.2. The dynamic image masking system of claim 1 , further comprising a navigation system comprising a global positioning system (GPS) claim 1 , a radio based navigation system ...

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Номер записи: 93
03-02-2022 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR OBSTACLE AVOIDANCE

Номер: US20220036574A1
Автор: Han Lei, HU XIAO, ZHANG Honghui
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A method for acquiring an obstacle distance including determining a detection mode for detecting an obstacle distance of an obstacle; detecting the obstacle distance using the detection mode. Detecting the obstacle distance includes in response to determining a monocular mode as the detection mode: capturing a first image and a second image using a lens of an imaging device at two different times with a predetermined monocular imaging interval at two different locations; and calculating the obstacle distance via a monocular triangulation based on the first image, the second image, and a displacement of the imaging device between the two different times. Both the first image and the second image contain the obstacle. The predetermined monocular imaging interval varies based upon an altitude of the imaging device changes. 1. A method for acquiring an obstacle distance , comprising:determining a detection mode for detecting an obstacle distance of an obstacle; capturing a first image and a second image using a lens of an imaging device at two different times with a predetermined monocular imaging interval at two different locations, both the first image and the second image containing the obstacle, where the predetermined monocular imaging interval varies based upon an altitude of the imaging device changes; and', 'calculating the obstacle distance via a monocular triangulation based on the first image, the second image, and a displacement of the imaging device between the two different times., 'detecting the obstacle distance using the detection mode, including in response to determining a monocular mode as the detection mode2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:determining the displacement of the imaging device between the two different times via an inertial measurement unit (IMU).3. The method of claim 1 , wherein determining the detection mode includes:selecting the detection mode from a plurality of detection modes including the monocular mode and a ...

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Номер записи: 94
21-01-2021 дата публикации

WORK MACHINE AND WORK MACHINE SUPPORT SERVER

Номер: US20210017736A1
Автор: EITA Akihiko, YAMASAKI Takanori
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Provided is a work machine that continues to provide suitable images for an operator of an excavator who performs work while watching captured images taken by an imaging unit mounted on an unmanned aircraft. The degree of possibility of contact between a working mechanism and an unmanned aircraft is recognized on the basis of the relative position of the unmanned aircraft with reference to the working mechanism . If it is recognized that the contact possibility is low, then the unmanned aircraft is permitted to continue to stay in place. 1. A work machine comprising: a lower traveling body; an upper pivoting body that can pivot with respect to the lower traveling body; a working mechanism that extends from the upper pivoting body; and a control unit that controls an operation mode of each of the lower traveling body , the upper pivoting body , and the working mechanism ,wherein the control unit includes:a contact possibility recognition element that recognizes a degree of possibility of contact between the working mechanism and an unmanned aircraft based on a relative position of the unmanned aircraft with reference to the working mechanism; anda stay permission notification element which notifies the unmanned aircraft of a permission to continue to stay in place in a case where the contact possibility recognition element recognizes that the contact possibility is low.2. The work machine according to claim 1 ,wherein the contact possibility recognition element recognizes a state of change in the possibility of contact between the working mechanism and the unmanned aircraft based on the state of change in the relative position of the unmanned aircraft with reference to the working mechanism according to the operation mode of at least one of the lower traveling body, the upper pivoting body, and the working mechanism, andin a case where the contact possibility recognition element recognizes that the contact possibility will be high, the stay permission notification ...

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Номер записи: 95
17-01-2019 дата публикации

HOVER CONTROL

Номер: US20190018428A1
Автор: Liu Ang, ZHAO Yongjian, ZHOU Guyue
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A hover control method includes obtaining a flight velocity of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), obtaining an image frame as a keyframe in response to that the flight velocity satisfies a preset condition, and controlling hovering of the UAV using the keyframe as a reference object. 1. A hover control method comprising:obtaining a flight velocity of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV);obtaining an image frame as a keyframe in response to that the flight velocity satisfies a preset condition; andcontrolling hovering of the UAV using the keyframe as a reference object.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein controlling the hovering of the UAV using the keyframe as the reference object includes:obtaining an image frame after the keyframe as a correction frame; andcontrolling the hovering of the UAV by correcting a displacement of the UAV according to the correction frame and the keyframe.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein correcting the displacement of the UAV includes:obtaining, according to the correction frame and the keyframe, a flight displacement vector of the UAV between a time corresponding to the correction frame and a time corresponding to the keyframe; andcontrolling the displacement of the UAV to be less than or equal to a preset value according to the flight displacement vector.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein correcting the displacement of the UAV includes:selecting a stationary feature from the keyframe; anddetermining the displacement of the UAV according to the stationary feature.5. The method of claim 2 ,wherein the correction frame is a first correction frame; obtaining an image frame after the first correction frame as a second correction frame; and', 'correcting the displacement of the UAV according to the second correction frame and the keyframe., 'the method further comprising6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the preset condition includes the flight velocity being zero.7. The method of claim 1 ,wherein the flight velocity is a first flight velocity, ...

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Номер записи: 96
17-01-2019 дата публикации

INDUCTION DETECTOR SYSTEMS

Номер: US20190019066A1
Автор: FRYSHMAN Bernard
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A device for use in detecting metallic objects includes a processor and an electromagnetic radiation source in communication with the processor. The electromagnetic radiation source is configured to emit radiation to heat a metallic object. The device also includes a temperature sensor in communication with the processor. The temperature sensor is configured to detect heat emitted from the metallic object. The device also includes an alarm configured to notify an operator of the presence of the metallic object responsive to a determination by the processor that a temperature threshold has been exceeded. 1. A device for use in detecting metallic objects , the device comprising:a processor;an electromagnetic radiation source in communication with the processor, wherein the electromagnetic radiation source is configured to emit radiation to heat a metallic object;a temperature sensor in communication with the processor, wherein the temperature sensor is configured to detect heat emitted from the metallic object; andan alarm configured to notify an operator of the presence of the metallic object responsive to a determination by the processor that a temperature threshold has been exceeded.2. The device of claim 1 , further comprising a stationary housing that includes a detection area claim 1 , wherein the temperature sensor is positioned within the detection area.3. The device of claim 2 , further comprising a movable platform onto which the temperature sensor is mounted claim 2 , wherein the movable platform is configured to move relative to an individual positioned within the detection area.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the metallic object is within a parcel or a piece of luggage.5. The device of claim 1 , wherein the processor is configured to determine the temperature threshold based at least in part on an ambient temperature of an environment in which the device is located.6. The device of claim 5 , wherein the temperature threshold is dynamic such that the ...

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Номер записи: 97
19-01-2017 дата публикации

HOME, OFFICE SECURITY, SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM USING MICRO MOBILE DRONES AND IP CAMERAS

Номер: US20170019644A1
Автор: K V Vijaya Krishna, KHOT Bharat Balaso, Oh Eric, Swain Bikram
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A system including a security system that protects a secured geographic area including at least a building, a wireless helicopter drone, a camera carried by the drone and a processor of the security system that controls a geographic location of the drone based upon threats detected within the secured area and that records video via the camera from the controlled location. 1. A system comprising:a security system that protects a secured geographic area including at least a building;a wireless helicopter drone;a camera carried by the drone; anda processor of the security system that controls a geographic location of the drone based upon threats detected within the secured area and that records video via the camera from the controlled location.2. The system as in further comprising a positioning system carried by the drone.3. The system as in wherein the positioning system further comprises a GPS device.4. The system as in wherein the controlled geographic location further comprises a predetermined patrol route through the secured area.5. The system of wherein the controlled geographic location further one or more predetermined routes through the secured area.6. The system as in wherein the one or more predetermined routes further comprises a hallway through the secured area.7. The system as in further comprising one or more threat sensors within the secured area.8. The system as in wherein the threat sensors further comprises one or more of fire sensors claim 7 , intrusion sensors and toxic gas detectors.9. The system as in wherein the controlled geographic location further comprises an area proximate an activated sensor.10. The system as in further comprising a processor that detects activation of the at least one threat sensor claim 9 , determines a location of the drone and automatically routes the drone to a location of the activated sensor.11. A system comprising:a security system that protects a secured geographic area;a plurality of sensors of the security ...

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Номер записи: 98
21-01-2021 дата публикации

Transparent Organic Light Emitting Diode Head Mounted Device

Номер: US20210018756A1
Автор: Henry Daniel J., Olson Ryan J.
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A system and method simplify a Head Mounted Display (HMD) design employing an array of individual Transparent Organic Light Emitting Diode (TOLED) (or similar transparent emitter) elements or a group of sub-elements between dual microlens (ML) elements to create a transparent visual display. The ML elements present both the ambient imagery and synthetic TOLED symbology at the user eye. The user side ML array presents the TOLED image at a defined distance (e.g., several feet to infinity) (to prevent near focus eye strain) and the ML array on the subject side of the transparent visual display enables presentation of the ambient scene to the user eye. A spherical topography ensures that the transparent visual display optical path is along the user eye line of sight to optimize optical throughput and image clarity. A pixel pitch of the transparent visual display determines the visual acuity of the overlay. 1. A system for head mounted visual display , comprising:a transparent visual display, the transparent visual display couplable to a visor and wearable by a user, the transparent visual display including:an array of transparent organic light emitting diodes (TOLED); the array of TOLED comprised of a plurality of individual TOLED elements, each individual TOLED element associated with and coupled with an inside Microlens (ML) element and an outside ML element;an inside ML layer proximal with the user and comprised of a plurality of the inside ML elements, each inside ML element configured to present a TOLED component of the associated individual TOLED element at a distance viewable to an eye of the user;an outside ML layer distal from the user and comprised of a plurality of the outside ML elements, each outside ML element configured to present an ambient component through the inside ML element at the distance viewable to the eye of the user;a controller operatively coupled with the array of TOLED;a tangible, non-transitory memory configured to communicate with the ...

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Номер записи: 99
16-01-2020 дата публикации

METHOD FOR FOLLOWING WEARABLE DEVICE AND ROBOT THEREOF

Номер: US20200019191A1
Автор: BAE Minhwa, JEONG Seonock, KIM DongWook, KIM Hoihan, KIM Jiyoon, KIM Kyunga, LEE Ryoungkyoung, LEE Sunmyoung
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An embodiment provides an unmanned flying robot including a communication unit configured to communicate with at least one of a wearable device and a user terminal and receive at least one of state information of a wearer of the wearable device and positional information of the wearable device, a drive unit configured to track the wearable device and adjust a driving altitude of the unmanned flying robot based on the positional information, and a controller configured to control the drive unit so as to track the wearable device based on the positional information and adjust the driving altitude to at least one predetermined altitude based on the state information and an operating method thereof. An embodiment provides a user terminal of tracking a wearable device using an unmanned flying robot. 1. An unmanned flying robot comprising:a communication unit configured to communicate with at least one of a wearable device and a user terminal and receive at least one of state information of a wearer of the wearable device and positional information of the wearable device;a drive unit configured to track the wearable device and adjust a driving altitude of the unmanned flying robot based on the positional information; anda controller configured to control the drive unit so as to track the wearable device based on the positional information and adjust the driving altitude to at least one predetermined altitude based on the state information.2. The unmanned flying robot of claim 1 , further comprising a photographing unit configured to photograph the wearer of the wearable device claim 1 ,wherein the controller is configured to control the drive unit so as to track the wearable device based on at least one of the positional information and photographing information of the wearer acquired through the photographing unit.3. The unmanned flying robot of claim 2 , wherein the controller is configured to control the drive unit so as to adjust the driving altitude to one of the at ...

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Номер записи: 100