Autonomous ATM Drone System
Patent Information
- Application Number
- TR202511278
- Authority / Receiving Office
- TR · TR
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-08-11
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-22
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Abstract
Description
1 TARIFF Autonomous ATM Drone System TECHNICAL AREA 5 The invention is particularly useful during crises such as disasters, floods, and earthquakes, or in areas with limited access such as villages and highlands. air travel enables users to access financial services in these regions capable of operating autonomously, being remotely controlled, and withdrawing money through it. This relates to the autonomous ATM drone system that can be developed. 10 PREVIOUS TECHNIQUE Modern ATM systems generally have a fixed structure, and this situation, This significantly increases dependence on infrastructure. This dependence is especially pronounced in the event of disasters such as floods and earthquakes. It becomes a serious problem during times of crisis or in areas with limited access, such as villages and highlands. This occurs when necessary infrastructure services are disabled or... Due to its complete absence, users' access to financial services is either entirely cut off. or it becomes significantly more difficult. This makes the current fixed ATM systems inflexible. This reveals that it is inadequate and insufficient under extraordinary circumstances. 20 As a result of research conducted in the literature, the application number “2023 / 006750” and “ATM Turkish patent titled "A NEW SYSTEM STRUCTURE FOR CUSTOMERS" The application was received. The application in question concerned the number of banknotes in the ATM and... It relates to a system that offers customers withdrawal options based on their type. However, 25 The application in question specifically addresses situations during crises such as disasters, floods, and earthquakes, or in villages and highlands. enabling users to access financial services in areas with limited access, capable of moving through the air, operating autonomously, being remotely controlled, and via an indication of an autonomous ATM drone system capable of making cash withdrawals No such encounters have been reported. 30 Ultimately, the problems mentioned above, which cannot be solved with current technology, are the subject of this technical analysis. This has made it necessary to make an innovation in the field. A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION 35 2 The present invention aims to eliminate the aforementioned disadvantages and introduce new technologies to the relevant technical field. It relates to autonomous ATM drone systems aimed at bringing advantages. The main purpose of the invention is to provide assistance during crises such as disasters, floods, and earthquakes, or in areas with limited access, such as villages and highlands. Drone 5 aims to maintain users' access to financial services in the regions where it is located. to provide it through. All the purposes mentioned above and those that will emerge from the detailed explanation below. The existing invention is designed to be used during crises such as disasters, floods, and earthquakes, or in villages and highlands. 10 capable of moving through the air, operating autonomously, being remotely controlled, and via It is an autonomous ATM drone system that can handle cash withdrawal transactions; its feature is: The main body that carries all the modules of the system, To enable the system to perform vertical take-off and landing and to provide directional control. the rotors and propellers being operated, 15 Used for positioning and route tracking, to predefined areas in the system. GPS brings the ability to take off automatically and land safely. navigation module, Detects obstacles and lands on the landing surface via software running inside. image processing unit that performs the analysis, 20 QR code, mobile identity verification used for cash withdrawals instant verification with the banking system via synchronization or biometric methods. mini ATM module that provides synchronization, Securely transporting a limited amount of cash in a mini ATM module armored safe providing, 25 Located in the mini ATM module, it can authenticate via QR code or Touchscreen display with NFC cash withdrawal and biometric login, the main unit that provides energy to the entire system, energizing the flight and processing power. battery, Sensor 30 that can detect security threats and perform environmental analysis thermal camera found, enabling connection to and processing of transactions on the bank network and / or servers remote communication module that provides When a threat is detected, the system must urgently take off from its location. emergency escape motor, 35 3 Body camera used for visual recording and monitoring. system, Data encryption unit that performs encryption to protect user data, controls all operations performed through the system, running within it High-precision satellite 5 that manages routes using artificial intelligence algorithms. positioning, lidar and imaging, obstacle avoidance and landing plane used in the analysis, performing air and environmental analysis during flight artificial intelligence unit It includes. The best way to utilize the advantages of the existing invention, together with its structure and additional elements. For it to be understood, it must be considered together with the figures explained below. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES Figure 1 is a representative illustration of the autonomous ATM drone system that is the subject of this invention. The drawings do not necessarily need to be scaled and are necessary for understanding the invention. Details that are not present may have been overlooked. Furthermore, at least to a large extent... Elements that are identical or at least have substantially identical functions are numbered 20 times with the same number. It is shown. REFERENCE NUMBERS 1. Main body 25 2. Rotor and propellers 3. GPS and navigation module 4. Image processing unit 5. Mini ATM module 6. Armored money safe 30 7. Touch screen 8. Solar panel 9. Main battery 10. Thermal camera 11. Remote communication module 35 12. Emergency escape motor 13. Stabilizing feet 4 14. Body camera system 15. Data encryption unit 16. Artificial intelligence unit DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION 5 This detailed explanation shows that the autonomous ATM drone system, which is the subject of the invention, is just one more aspect of the subject. This is explained with examples that do not create any limiting effects on a better understanding. Autonomous ATM drone system, main body (1), rotor and propellers (2), GPS and navigation 10 module (3), image processing unit (4), mini ATM module (5), armored cash box (6), touch screen (7), solar panel (8), main battery (9), thermal camera (10), remote communication module (11), emergency escape motor (12), stabilizing legs (13), body camera system (14), data It includes the encryption unit (15) and the artificial intelligence unit (16). The main body (1) contains the entire system. It is a carrier system, preferably made of carbon / composite, that supports the modules. Rotor and propellers 15 (2), operated to enable the system to take off and land vertically and to control direction. These are the components. GPS and navigation module (3), used for positioning and route tracking, The system has the ability to automatically fly to predefined areas and make safe landings. It is the module that brings the image processing unit (4) through the software that runs inside it. It is the unit that detects obstacles and performs landing surface analysis. Mini ATM module (5), cash 20 The system used for registration includes user identification via QR code, mobile sync, or biometrics. It is a module that verifies the system using this method and provides real-time synchronization with the banking system. Armored cash box (6) keeps limited amounts of cash safe in the mini ATM module (5) It is the safe that enables its transport. The touch screen (7) is located in the mini ATM module (5), 25 where identity verification is provided through QR code or NFC for cash withdrawals and biometric login. It is the screen. The solar panel (8) is the unit that provides energy support to increase the flight time. Main The battery (9) is the unit that provides energy to the entire system, energizing the flight and operating power. Thermal camera (10) that can detect security threats and perform environmental analysis It is a camera with a sensor. Remote communication module (11) to the bank network and / or servers. It is the module that enables connection and operation. Emergency escape engine (12), threat 30 It is the engine that enables the system to take off from its location urgently when detected. Stabilizer legs (13) are legs attached to the bottom of the drone to ensure stable landing. Body camera system (14), through which visual recording and control are performed It is a system. The data encryption unit (15) performs encryption to protect user data. The artificial intelligence unit (16) controls all operations performed through the system, 35 High-precision systems that manage routes using artificial intelligence algorithms running inside them. satellite positioning, lidar and imaging, obstacle avoidance and landing plane analysis It is a unit used to perform air and environmental analysis during flight. The autonomous drone system has VTOL (vertical take-off and landing) capability. It also uses GPS to map reading. Based on system and computer vision, positioning and automatic movement to predefined areas. It also has the ability to fly and land safely. The system includes a mini ATM module. (5), user identity via QR code, mobile synchronization or biometric method This module has an armored cash box (6) containing a limited amount of cash. The system synchronizes with the banking system in real time. The amount withdrawn is digital. It is recorded as such. In addition, thanks to the security mechanism, suspicious movement is detected. 10 In this situation, it either locks itself or automatically flies back to the point where it was ascended. Also, the system... It can be deactivated remotely or its route can be changed. The system is powered by solar panels (8). It has a system. Its main body (1) is resistant to harsh weather conditions. It is available. GSM, LTE or satellite-based internet is used for communication and monitoring. It has a connection system. It can be monitored instantly by the bank, route and transaction tracking 15 It can be done. The main body of the drone (1) is made of lightweight carbon fiber composite or durable aluminum. It is made of alloy. It is reinforced with an armored lower compartment balanced according to the center of gravity. Movement Its mechanism consists of a rotor and propellers (2). Propellers (4-8 pieces), VTOL (vertical landing 20 It has high maneuverability and is supported by take-off and landing assistance. The motors are quiet, brushless motors. (BLDC), each equipped with a redundant control circuit. Armored located in the Mini-ATM module. The safe (6) is an armored and shock-resistant money carrying unit. Interface, It is a touchscreen (7) and features such as QR reader, NFC contactless authentication. It has automatic cash dispensing from the money mechanism, limited balance management (for security) 25 It can be done. The main power is supplied from the main battery (9), preferably lithium-polymer (high (capable). Backup energy is obtained from a solar panel (8) mounted on the wing. The emergency system uses the nearest safe landing algorithm in case of low energy. It operates with positioning and navigation features; GPS / GNSS, high precision. In satellite positioning, lidar and imaging, obstacle avoidance and landing plane analysis, 30 artificial intelligence module, route optimization, in-flight weather and environmental analysis It is used. The system can be monitored remotely. GSM, LTE, or Starlink-based communication is used. This is possible thanks to LTE's emergency response, which allows for self-locking, uplift, and downshifting. It has the ability to disconnect and interrupt signals. Identity and transaction information is encrypted with AES-256. 35 The following operations can be performed with the system: Solving the problem of urgent financial access in disaster areas such as earthquakes, floods, and fires, 6 Solving the service problem in rural areas where there are no ATMs, Resolving the issue of access to financial services at fairs, concerts, and campsites, Problems with access to financial services for mobile military units and camps to be resolved. The autonomous ATM drone system is related to the mobilization of financial services. Autonomous aerial vehicle. Banking in emergency situations, rural areas or temporary activity zones using (drones) It is aimed at providing services (withdrawal). In the system, the user makes a withdrawal request. The system obtains the user's location and determines the route of the nearest drone. The drone uses GPS and... It navigates towards the target using lidar sensors. It analyzes its surroundings during flight. It lands in the target area 10 When the site is reached, a suitable landing area is determined thanks to lidar and image processing. Thermal cameras (10) provides control against human / animal presence. After landing, the user controls the touchscreen. (7) or verify identity via mobile application. Mini ATM module (5) for monetary transactions. It becomes available and the transaction is processed. Transaction data is sent to the bank via highly secure channels. The information is transmitted to the systems. Once the process is complete, the drone returns to the base or return point. 15 or they are assigned to a new task. Thanks to the drone ATM system, access to cash is made easier and By increasing customer satisfaction, banks are preventing customer grievances.
Claims
7 REQUESTS 1. During times of crisis such as disasters, floods, earthquakes, or in areas with limited access such as villages and highlands. 5 by air, enabling users to access financial services in the regions a device that can move, operate autonomously, be controlled remotely, and carry money. It is an autonomous ATM drone system capable of performing withdrawal transactions; its feature is: main body carrying all the modules of the system (1), To enable the system to perform vertical take-off and landing and to control its direction, 10 operated rotors and propellers (2), Used for positioning and route tracking, to predefined areas in the system. GPS brings the ability to take off automatically and land safely. navigation module (3), Detects obstacles via software running inside and lands on the landing surface 15 image processing unit that performs analysis (4), QR code, mobile identity verification used for cash withdrawals instant verification with the banking system via synchronization or biometric methods. Mini ATM module (5) which provides synchronization. A limited amount of cash can be safely stored in the mini ATM module (5) 20 armored safe that enables transport (6), By authenticating via QR code or located in the mini ATM module (5). Touchscreen (7) that allows cash withdrawal via NFC and biometric login. the main unit that provides energy to the entire system, energizing the flight and processing power. battery (9), 25 • Sensors that can detect security threats and perform environmental analysis. thermal camera (10), enabling connection to and processing of transactions on the bank network and / or servers remote communication module (11), When a threat is detected, the system must urgently take off from its location. 30 emergency escape motor (12), Body camera used for visual recording and monitoring. system (14), Data encryption unit that performs encryption to protect user data (15), 35 8 controls all operations performed through the system, running within it High-precision satellite that manages routes using artificial intelligence algorithms. positioning, lidar and imaging, obstacle avoidance and landing plane used in the analysis, performing air and environmental analysis during flight artificial intelligence unit (16) 5 It includes.
2. An autonomous ATM drone system conforming to Claim 1, whose feature is to increase flight time. It includes a solar panel (8) which provides energy support.
3. Autonomous ATM drone system conforming to Claim 1, its feature is to provide stable landing. It includes stabilizing feet (13) that are attached to the bottom of the drone.
4. It is an autonomous ATM drone system in accordance with Claim 1, and its feature is that the aforementioned main body (1) It is made of carbon / composite material. 15