Vehicle Capable of Multiple Varieties of Locomotion

Abstract

A vehicle capable of multiple varieties of locomotion having a main body; a plurality of motors and blades providing flying capability; each motor being associated with and powering a blade assembly; two legs extending from opposing sides of the main body creating a ground propulsion system. The ground propulsion system having two legs; each leg connected to a track body at the opposing leg end; each track body comprised of a plurality of drive gears; each track body connected to and retaining a track providing ground propulsion. The vehicle can either drive or fly based on its base structure, in additional to carrying a payload. The payload is carried below the main body of the vehicle and between the tracks or running gear. When the vehicle is in flight, the tracks are able to rotate up into a fly / flight mode to protect the blades during flight.

Description

CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application claims priority from U.S. Patent Application Ser. 62 / 413,474, entitled “Vehicle Capable of Multiple Varieties of Locomotion”, filed on 27 Oct. 2016.[0002]This application is related to U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14 / 928,648, entitled “Vehicle Capable of Multiple Varieties of Locomotion”, filed on 30 Oct. 2015, claiming priority from U.S. Patent Application Ser. 62 / 072,811.[0003]U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14 / 928,648 is a non-provisional of U.S. Patent Application Ser. 62 / 072,811, entitled “Vehicle Capable of Multiple Varieties of Locomotion”, filed on 30 Oct. 2014.FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH[0004]Not ApplicableSEQUENCE LISTING OR PROGRAM[0005]Not ApplicableTECHNICAL FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0006]The present invention relates generally to a vehicle capable of multiple varieties of locomotion. More specifically, the present invention relates to a vehicle that is capable of utilizing different methods of movement by...

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Benefits of technology

This patent describes a vehicle that has a tilting mechanism to protect its blades during flight. The center of gravity is important, so the tracks on the vehicle can rotate up to protect the blades. The vehicle's main body is supported by the tracks and their gearing. The batteries that power the electric motors are located underneath the main body to further reduce the center of gravity. The technical effect is a more stable and safe flight for the vehicle.

Problems solved by technology

UGVs can be used for many applications where it may be inconvenient, dangerous, or impossible to have a human operator present.

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