Flight equipment

Abstract

To provide flying equipment capable of stable hovering and allowing the operator to use his / her arms freely during flight.SOLUTION: There is provided flying equipment 1 that is attached to an operator P, and comprises: a skeleton part 10 which is attached to a torso of the operator P; a first propulsion device 20 which is attached to the skeleton part 10 and a direction of output of which cannot be changed relative to the skeleton part 10; and second propulsion devices 30 which are attached to the skeleton part 10 and directions of output of which can be changed relative to the skeleton part 10.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a flying device.

Background Art

[0002] Flying devices in which humans wear a propulsion system and fly have been developed (for example, Patent Documents 1, 2, and Non-Patent Document 1). The flying device is used, for example, for the purpose of assisting the movement of rescue team members for the purpose of contributing to rescue activities.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

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Patent Document 1

Patent Document 2

Non-Patent Documents

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Non-Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0005] Each of the above-described flying devices has the following problems with respect to hovering during flight. For example, the flying devices according to Patent Document 2 and Non-Patent Document 1 hover by adjusting the magnitude of the output of the thrust device. For this reason, the stability of hovering depends on the reaction speed of the thrust device with respect to the operation of the operator. In Patent Document 2 and Non-Patent Document 1, since a jet engine with a relatively low reaction speed is used, the stability of hovering is low. Therefore, it is difficult to stabilize the altitude by hovering. Further, in the flying device according to Patent Document 1, the thrust device is attached to the operator's arm. Then, the operator adjusts the direction of the thrust device by moving the arm to hover. For this reason, during flight, the operator's arm cannot be used for purposes other than flight operation, and any work using the arm or upper body is impossible during flight.

[0006] The present invention has been made in view of the above-described circumstances, and an object thereof is to provide a flying device capable of stable hovering and allowing an operator in flight to freely use the arms.

Means for Solving the Problems

[0007] <1>The flying device according to Aspect 1 of the present invention is a flying device worn by an operator, and includes a skeleton part attached to the operator's torso, a first thrust device attached to the skeleton part and having an unchangeable output direction with respect to the skeleton part, and a second thrust device attached to the skeleton part and having a changeable output direction with respect to the skeleton part.

[0008] According to the invention related to Embodiment 1, the first thrust device is unchangeable with respect to the skeleton part, and the second thrust device is changeable with respect to the skeleton part. Thereby, by changing the output direction of the second thrust device, the output directions of the first thrust device and the second thrust device can be made different from each other. Thereby, for example, by adjusting the output direction of the second thrust device, the flight attitude can be stabilized. Or the flight direction can be manipulated. Also, for example, by adjusting the magnitude of the output of the first thrust device and the magnitude and direction of the output of the second thrust device, the flight attitude can be more reliably stabilized. Or the flight direction can be more reliably manipulated. Therefore, for example, compared with the case of adjusting only the magnitude of the output of the thrust device, more stable hovering can be enabled. Further, by attaching the first thrust device and the second thrust device to the skeleton part worn on the operator's torso, it is possible to eliminate the need for the operator to grip the first thrust device or the second thrust device with a hand. The operator can use the arms freely during flight. Also, for example, when adjusting the output direction of the second thrust device without relying on the operator's arm, the above-mentioned hovering can be performed regardless of the operator's physical ability.

[0009] <2>The flying device according to Embodiment 2 of the present invention is characterized in that, in the flying device according to Embodiment 1, the output direction of the first thrust device and the output direction of the second thrust device do not coincide.

[0010] According to the invention related to Embodiment 2, the output direction of the first thrust device and the output direction of the second thrust device do not coincide. Thereby, the operator during flight can receive thrusts from a plurality of directions. Therefore, by balancing these thrusts, the flight attitude can be more reliably stabilized by the first thrust device and the second thrust device. Or the flight direction can be more reliably manipulated.

[0011] <3>The flying device according to aspect 3 of the present invention is the flying device according to aspect 1 or aspect 2, wherein the first thrust device and the second thrust device are arranged on the shoulders or back of the operator.

[0012] Here, the center of gravity of the human body is located around the pelvis. Therefore, according to the invention according to aspect 3, the first thrust device and the second thrust device are arranged on the shoulders or back of the operator. In this way, by providing the first thrust device and the second thrust device at least above the center of gravity of the operator during flight, the operator can be suspended in the air during flight, and the posture of the operator can be stabilized. In addition, by making it difficult for the first thrust device and the second thrust device to interfere with the movable range of the arm, it is easier for the operator to move the arm.

[0013] <4>The flying device according to aspect 4 of the present invention is the flying device according to any one of aspects 1 to 3, wherein the first thrust device is arranged on the back of the operator, and the second thrust device is arranged above the shoulder of the operator.

[0014] According to the invention according to aspect 4, the first thrust device is arranged on the back of the operator. By arranging the first thrust device, whose output direction cannot be changed with respect to the skeleton part, on the back of the operator, it is possible to easily link the output direction of the first thrust device with the forward inclination posture or the backward inclination posture of the operator. Therefore, it is possible to more intuitively perform the operation of the flying device. In addition, since the operator during flight is generally in a forward inclination posture, for example, it is possible to easily suppress the exhaust of the first thrust device from hitting the operator as compared with the case where the first thrust device is arranged on the abdomen of the operator. In addition, the second thrust device is arranged above the shoulder of the operator. By arranging the second thrust device, whose output direction can be changed with respect to the skeleton part, above the shoulder of the operator, for example, even when the output direction of the second thrust device is changed during flight, it is possible to easily suppress the exhaust of the second thrust device from hitting the operator. In addition, when the operator moves the arm, it is possible to easily suppress the operator's arm from interfering with the second thrust device or the exhaust of the second thrust device. In addition, by arranging the first thrust device and the second thrust device as described above, for example, it is possible to easily align the heights of the first thrust device and the second thrust device on the body of the operator. This enables the first thrust device and the second thrust device to easily balance the operator during flight. Therefore, it is possible to easily stabilize the posture of the operator during flight.

[0015] <5>The flying device according to aspect 5 of the present invention is the flying device according to any one of aspects 1 to 4, wherein the flying device includes a plurality of second thrust devices, the plurality of second thrust devices are arranged on both shoulders of the operator, and the directions of the outputs of the plurality of second thrust devices are different from each other.

[0016] According to the invention according to aspect 5, a plurality of second thrust devices are arranged on both shoulders of the operator. And the directions of the outputs of the plurality of second thrust devices are different from each other. Thereby, it is possible to more effectively adjust the orientation of the operator's body during flight. Therefore, it is possible to more easily stabilize the flight posture of the operator.

[0017] <6>The flying device according to aspect 6 of the present invention is the flying device according to any one of aspects 1 to 5, wherein the second thrust device has a deflection nozzle capable of changing the direction of the output of the second thrust device.

[0018] According to the invention according to aspect 6, the second thrust device has a deflection nozzle capable of changing the direction of the output of the second thrust device. Thereby, for example, the direction of the output of the second thrust device can be changed without moving the second thrust device relative to the skeleton part. Therefore, for example, the connection structure between the skeleton part and the second thrust device can be simplified. Thus, for example, the flying device can be lightened.

[0019] <7>The flying device according to aspect 7 of the present invention is the flying device according to any one of aspects 1 to 6, further comprising an operation unit for operating the magnitude of the output of the first thrust device and the magnitude and direction of the output of the second thrust device.

[0020] According to the invention according to aspect 7, it further includes an operation unit for operating the magnitude of the output of the first thrust device and the magnitude and direction of the output of the second thrust device. Thereby, by appropriately operating the flying device by the operator, it can fly freely according to the intention of the operator.

[0021] <8>The flying device according to aspect 8 of the present invention is the flying device according to aspect 7, wherein the operation unit is provided on a part of the body of the operator.

[0022] According to the invention according to aspect 8, the operation unit is provided on a part of the body of the operator. Thereby, the operator can operate the flying device by moving the part of the body to which the operation unit is attached. That is, for example, compared with the case of operating the flying device using a joystick or the like attached to the flying device, the operator can operate the flying device without using hands. Therefore, the operator can freely use hands to perform some work or the like during flight.

[0023] <9>The flying device according to aspect 9 of the present invention is the flying device according to aspect 7, wherein the operation unit can set the magnitude of the output of the first thrust device and the magnitude of the output of the second thrust device step by step.

[0024] According to the invention according to aspect 9, the operation unit can set the magnitude of the output of the first thrust device and the magnitude of the output of the second thrust device step by step. Thereby, for example, compared with the case of operating these numerical values steplessly, the operation of the flying device using the operation unit can be facilitated. Therefore, the operation of the flying device can be made easier.

[0025] <10>The flying device according to aspect 10 of the present invention is the flying device according to aspect 7, wherein the operation unit can set the direction of the output of the second thrust device steplessly.

[0026] According to the invention related to aspect 10, the operation unit can steplessly set the direction of the output of the second thrust device. Thereby, it is possible to stably and easily adjust the posture of the operator by changing the direction of the output of the second thrust device. Therefore, it is possible to more stably and easily perform flight by the flying device.

[0027] <11>The flying device according to aspect 11 of the present invention is the flying device according to any one of aspects 1 to 10, and further includes a reaction force mechanism attached to the operator, and the reaction force mechanism is a first part attached to a part of the operator's leg, a second part attached to the upper body or waist of the operator, and a third part connecting the first part and the second part.

[0028] According to the invention related to aspect 11, the flying device further includes a reaction force mechanism attached to the operator. The reaction force mechanism includes a first part attached to a part of the operator's leg, a second part attached to the upper body or waist of the operator, and a third part connecting the first part and the second part. Thus, when the operator with the reaction force mechanism attached extends the leg, tension is generated in the third part. Due to this tension, the operator can receive a reaction force from the first part to the leg. By this, for example, even when the operator is flying by the flying device and the operator's legs are in a suspended state in the air, that is, the operator's feet are not in contact with the ground, when the operator extends the legs, the operator can receive a force similar to the reaction force received from the ground when standing on the ground. Therefore, even when the operator's feet are not in contact with the ground, the operator can apply force to the legs by using the reaction force mechanism to brace. Therefore, when the operator is flying, the freedom and naturalness of the operator's body movement can be ensured. That is, for example, it is possible for the flying operator to easily stabilize the posture. Or, it is possible for the flying operator to easily change the posture. Also, by attaching such a reaction force mechanism to the operator, it is possible to easily utilize the movement of the operator's body for instructions related to the operation of the flying device.

Effects of the Invention

[0029] According to the present invention, it is possible to provide a flying device that enables stable hovering and allows a pilot in flight to freely use their arms.

Brief Description of the Drawings

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Mode for Carrying Out the Invention

[0031] Hereinafter, with reference to the drawings, a flying device according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described. The flying device according to this embodiment is a device that enables a human operator to fly by wearing it. By this, the operator can be moved from the departure place to the destination. Alternatively, the operator can be hovered in the air. The flying device according to this embodiment can be quickly moved toward the rescue site, for example, by being worn by a rescue team member. Also, by hovering over the rescue site, it is possible to grasp the situation from above and conduct guidance for rescue team members or victims on the ground. In addition, the flying device according to this embodiment can be worn by a high-altitude worker who inspects bridges, power generation towers, etc., enabling inspection work while hovering.

[0032] (Overview of the Flying Device) As shown in FIGS. 1 to 4, the flying device 1 includes a skeleton part 10, a first thrust device 20, a second thrust device 30, a fuel tank 40, an operation part 50, a processing part 60, and a reaction force mechanism 70.

[0033] (Details of the Skeleton Part) The skeletal part 10 is worn by the operator P. More specifically, as shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, for example, the skeletal part 10 is worn on the body of the operator P via a known full harness H. In the present embodiment, the skeletal part 10 is worn on the back of the operator P, for example. The skeletal part 10 and the full harness H are connected, for example, by assembling a buckle BC.

[0034] In the present embodiment, in a state where the skeletal part 10 is worn by the operator P, it is preferable that the lateral dimension of the skeletal part 10 with respect to the body of the operator P is at least larger than the shoulder width of the operator P. This can facilitate the attachment of the first thrust device 20 and the second thrust device 30 described later. Further, in a state where the skeletal part 10 is worn by the operator P, it is preferable that the vertical dimension of the skeletal part 10 with respect to the body of the operator P is at least smaller than the upper body of the operator P. This can reduce the weight of the skeletal part 10.

[0035] As shown in FIGS. 1 to 6, the first thrust device 20 and the second thrust device 30 are attached to the skeletal part 10. In the present embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 1 to 4, the first thrust device 20 and the second thrust device 30 are arranged on the shoulders or the back of the operator P. Therefore, the skeletal part 10 is preferably formed so as to be located around the shoulders and the back of the operator P when the operator P wears it. The skeletal part 10 is formed in a lattice shape as shown in FIG. 5, for example. Alternatively, the skeletal part 10 may have any other shape in order to more suitably set the positions of the first thrust device 20 and the second thrust device 30 with respect to the operator P. The skeletal part 10 is formed of, for example, aluminum (light metal), CFRP, or the like. Alternatively, any other material may be used as long as the skeletal part 10 has a flyable weight and sufficient durability against the outputs of the first thrust device 20 and the second thrust device 30.

[0036] (Details of the First Thrust Device and the Second Thrust Device) The first thrust device 20 and the second thrust device 30 output thrust that enables the operator P to fly. For the first thrust device 20 and the second thrust device 30, for example, a known jet engine is preferably used. The first thrust device 20 is composed of one or more jet engines. The same applies to the second thrust device 30. Alternatively, without being limited to this, as long as the output sufficient to enable the operator P to fly can be ensured, for example, an electric jet engine may be used for the first thrust device 20 and the second thrust device 30. As shown in FIGS. 1 to 6, the first thrust device 20 and the second thrust device 30 are attached to the skeleton portion 10. This eliminates the need for the operator P to hold the first thrust device 20 or the second thrust device 30 with the arm. In the present embodiment, the first thrust device 20 and the second thrust device 30 are attached to the skeleton portion 10 via, for example, a thrust bracket BR.

[0037] Details of the first thrust device 20 and the second thrust device 30 will be described. As shown in FIGS. 2 and 3, the first thrust device 20 is arranged on the back of the operator P. Also, the direction of the output of the first thrust device 20 cannot be changed with respect to the skeleton portion 10. That is, during flight by the flying device 1 according to the present embodiment, the first thrust device 20 is arranged along the back of the operator P, and the direction of the output with respect to the body of the operator P is always constant. At this time, the direction of the output of the first thrust device 20 is along the vertical direction of the body of the operator P. Alternatively, the direction of the output of the first thrust device 20 may be inclined by about 10° with respect to the vertical direction of the body of the operator P. Thus, the first thrust device 20 has the role of supporting the operator P in the air during flight. The first thrust device 20 outputs thrust from the back of the operator towards the toes, that is, downward in the state of an upright posture. Note that the first thrust device 20 arranged in this way may include only one jet engine as described above, or may include two or more jet engines. That is, one or more engines may be arranged on the back of the operator P.

[0038] As shown in FIGS. 2 and 3, the second thrust device 30 is disposed above the shoulders of the operator P. In the present embodiment, a plurality of second thrust devices 30 are provided. More specifically, the plurality of second thrust devices 30 are respectively disposed on both shoulders of the operator P. Here, the second thrust device 30 being disposed on the shoulders includes a state where the second thrust device 30 is disposed around the shoulders of the operator P via the skeleton part 10. That is, in the present embodiment, for example, a state where the second thrust device 30 is disposed at the height of the shoulders of the operator P and is disposed outside the shoulders of the operator P in the left-right direction of the body of the operator P is also included in the second thrust device 30 being disposed on the shoulders.

[0039] In the present embodiment, the output direction of the second thrust device 30 can be changed with respect to the skeleton part 10. Hereinafter, in the present embodiment, changing the output direction of the first thrust device 20 or the second thrust device 30 may be referred to as deflecting the output. That is, during flight by the flying device 1 according to the present embodiment, the second thrust device 30 is disposed on the shoulders of the operator P, and the output direction with respect to the body of the operator P changes. Thus, the second thrust device 30 has a role of changing the direction and posture of the body of the operator P during flight. Note that the second thrust device 30 disposed in this manner may include only one jet engine as described above, or may include two or more jet engines. That is, one or a plurality of engines may be disposed on each of both shoulders of the operator P.

[0040] In the present embodiment, the output direction of the first thrust device 20 and the output direction of the second thrust device 30 do not coincide. More specifically, for example, while the output direction of the first thrust device 20 is along the vertical direction of the body of the operator P, the output direction of the second thrust device 30 is obliquely downward in front of the body of the operator P. Note that, as described above, the output direction of the second thrust device 30 can be changed with respect to the skeleton part 10. When changing the output direction of the second thrust device 30, the output direction of the second thrust device 30 and the output direction of the first thrust device 20 may temporarily coincide. In the present embodiment, the fact that the output direction of the first thrust device 20 and the output direction of the second thrust device 30 do not coincide includes cases where the output direction of the second thrust device 30 and the output direction of the first thrust device 20 temporarily coincide in this way. Also, in the present embodiment, the output directions of the plurality of second thrust devices 30 are different from each other. In other words, during flight by the flying device 1, the output direction of one second thrust device 30 and the output direction of the other second thrust device 30 do not coincide. Note that when changing the output direction of the second thrust device 30, the output directions of the plurality of second thrust devices 30 may temporarily coincide. In the present embodiment, the fact that the output directions of the plurality of second thrust devices 30 are different from each other includes cases where the output directions of the plurality of second thrust devices 30 temporarily coincide in this way. As described above, by making the output direction of the first thrust device 20 and the output direction of the second thrust device 30 not coincide and making the output directions of the plurality of second thrust devices 30 different from each other, the first thrust device 20 provided on the back of the operator P and the second thrust devices 30 provided on each of the operator P's shoulders cause the operator P during flight by the flying device 1 to receive thrust from at least three directions. By balancing these thrusts, the posture of the operator P during flight can be more reliably stabilized.

[0041] As shown in Fig. 2, the second thrust device 30 is arranged such that in the initial state, the direction of the output is inclined by 45° from below the body of the operator P towards the front when viewed from the side of the body of the operator P. Note that the direction of the output in the initial state of the second thrust device refers to the state in which the direction of the output is not changed by the deflection nozzle 31 described later. Further, as shown in Fig. 1, the second thrust device 30 is arranged such that in the initial state, the direction of the output is inclined by 15° from below the body of the operator P towards the outside of the body of the operator P when viewed from the front of the body of the operator P. Note that the second thrust devices 30 provided on both shoulders of the operator P are arranged symmetrically with respect to the left and right when viewed from the front of the body of the operator P.

[0042] In the present embodiment, as shown in Figs. 7 to 10, the second thrust device 30 has a deflection nozzle 31 capable of deflecting the output. By this, the direction of the output of the second thrust device 30 can be changed without changing the relative angle between the skeleton part 10 and the second thrust device 30 while the second thrust device 30 is fixed to the skeleton part 10. As shown in Fig. 7, the deflection nozzle 31 is provided at the tip of the second thrust device 30 which is a jet engine. The deflection nozzle 31 is a cylindrical member. In the present embodiment, the diameter of the deflection nozzle 31 decreases from the side closer to the second thrust device 30 towards the far side, but it may not decrease. Further, the height of the deflection nozzle 31, that is, the size of the deflection nozzle 31 in the axial direction, varies depending on the circumferential position of the deflection nozzle 31. The height of the approximately half-circumference part of the deflection nozzle 31 is larger than the height of the remaining half-circumference part. In other words, the height of the deflection nozzle 31 is different between one side and the other side in a specific radial direction (hereinafter also referred to as the first radial direction). That is, as shown in Figs. 7 to 9, at the end of the deflection nozzle 31 closer to the second thrust device 30, an extension part 31a is provided on one side in the first radial direction of the deflection nozzle 31 so that the height of the deflection nozzle 31 is extended, but the extension part 31a may not be provided.

[0043] As shown in FIGS. 7 to 9, the deflection nozzle 31 is connected to a deflection ring 32 at the end closer to the second thrust device 30. The deflection ring 32 is an annular member. The deflection ring 32 is arranged along the edge of the end of the deflection nozzle 31 closer to the second thrust device 30. The deflection ring 32 and the deflection nozzle 31 are connected via a bearing B. More specifically, an attachment portion 31b attached to the deflection ring 32 is connected via the bearing B. The attachment portion 31b is formed, for example, by appropriately bending a plate-shaped member. Thus, the deflection ring 32 and the deflection nozzle 31 are relatively rotatable about the rotation axis of the bearing B. Hereinafter, in the present embodiment, the rotation axis when the deflection ring 32 and the deflection nozzle 31 rotate relative to each other is referred to as a first rotation axis S1. The first rotation axis S1 extends in the radial direction of the deflection nozzle 31 in a radial direction orthogonal to the first radial direction. As shown in FIGS. 7 to 9, the deflection ring 32 is connected to a bracket 32a provided on the second thrust device 30. The deflection ring 32 and the bracket 32a are connected via a bearing B. The bracket 32a is formed, for example, of a plate-shaped member. Thus, the deflection ring 32 and the bracket 32a are relatively rotatable about the rotation axis of the bearing B. Hereinafter, in the present embodiment, the rotation axis when the deflection ring 32 and the bracket 32a rotate relative to each other is referred to as a second rotation axis S2. The second rotation axis S2 extends in the first radial direction.

[0044] In the present embodiment, the first rotation axis S1 and the second rotation axis S2 are orthogonal to each other. The deflection nozzle 31 is rotatable about the first rotation axis S1 by rotating relative to the deflection ring 32. And the deflection nozzle 31 is rotatable about the second rotation axis S2 by rotating relative to the bracket 32a together with the deflection ring 32. Thus, the direction of the deflection nozzle 31 can be freely changed. Also, since the direction of the deflection nozzle 31 can be freely changed in this way, the direction of the output of the second thrust device 30 can be changed by the deflection nozzle 31.

[0045] In this embodiment, the rotation of the deflection nozzle 31 about the first rotation axis S1 and the second rotation axis S2 is performed by, for example, a servo motor. That is, the second thrust device 30 is provided with a first servo motor M1 responsible for the rotation of the deflection nozzle 31 about the first rotation axis S1 and a second servo motor M2 responsible for the rotation of the deflection nozzle 31 about the second rotation axis S2. As shown in FIG. 8, the first servo motor M1 is connected to an attachment portion 31b attached to the deflection nozzle 31 via a moment arm MA which is a rod-shaped member. As shown in FIG. 9, the second servo motor is connected to the deflection ring 32 via a moment arm MA which is a rod-shaped member.

[0046] With the above-described respective configurations, the direction of the output of the second thrust device 30 can be adjusted by the deflection nozzle 31. When one second thrust device 30 includes a plurality of jet engines, for example, the deflection nozzles 31 provided in each of the plurality of jet engines may be rotatable about only one axis. And the rotation axes provided in the deflection nozzles 31 provided in each of the plurality of jet engines may be different from each other.

[0047] (Fuel tank) The fuel tank 40 supplies fuel to the first thrust device 20 and the second thrust device 30. For the fuel tank 40, for example, a known bladder bag is preferably used. As described above, when electric ones are used for the first thrust device 20 and the second thrust device 30, a battery pack may be provided instead of the fuel tank 40.

[0048] (Operation unit) The operation unit 50 operates the magnitude of the output of the first thrust device 20 and the magnitude and direction of the output of the second thrust device 30. The operation unit 50 is a UI (user interface) in the flying device 1. The operator P inputs instructions to the flying device 1 via the operation unit 50. Information regarding various instructions input to the operation unit 50 by the operator P is transmitted to the processing unit 60. Then, based on the information regarding the transmitted instructions, the processing unit 60 controls the first thrust device 20 and the second thrust device 30. This enables adjustment of the flying speed and direction, adjustment of the attitude during flight, or hovering, etc., in accordance with the intention of the operator P.

[0049] In the present embodiment, the operation unit 50 can set the magnitude of the output of the first thrust device 20 and the magnitude and direction of the output of the second thrust device 30 step by step. That is, for example, the magnitude of the output of the first thrust device 20 and the second thrust device 30 can be changed in 10% increments with the maximum output being 100%. Alternatively, the angle of the change nozzle of the second thrust device 30 can be set in 10° increments. This simplifies the operation of the operation unit 50 by the operator P as compared with the case where the above-described various parameters can be set steplessly.

[0050] For the operation unit 50, for example, a toggle switch, a slide switch, a rocker switch, a momentary switch, and a bending sensor 51 are preferably used. Note that both the toggle switch and the slide switch are not shown. It is preferable that the toggle switch and the slide switch are, for example, appropriately selected from known ones and used. In the present embodiment, the operation unit 50 is provided on a part of the body of the operator P. More specifically, the toggle switch, the slide switch, the rocker switch, the momentary switch, and the bending sensor 51 used for the operation unit 50 are, for example, attached to the base of the leg L of the operator P. Alternatively, the toggle switch, the slide switch, the rocker switch, and the momentary switch may be attached to the waist, arm, wrist, etc. of the operator P.

[0051] The toggle switch is used, for example, to start and stop the first thrust device 20 and the second thrust device 30. The toggle switch is operated by the hand of the operator P, for example, before takeoff and after landing of the operator P. The toggle switch may be attached to, for example, the flying device 1 or any part of the operator P. The slide switch is used, for example, to stepwise adjust the output magnitude of the first thrust device 20 and the second thrust device 30. The slide switch is preferably operated by the hand of the operator P. More specifically, for example, the slide switch is attached to one arm or wrist of the operator P and is preferably operated by the other arm of the operator P.

[0052] The bending sensor 51 is used, for example, to steplessly adjust the direction of the output of the second thrust device 30. The bending sensor 51 is attached to, for example, a part of the body of the operator P. The bending sensor 51 detects the bending angle of the part of the body of the operator P to which the bending sensor 51 is attached. This makes it possible to change the direction of the output of the second thrust device 30 according to the bending angle of the part of the body of the operator P to which the bending sensor 51 is attached.

[0053] In the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 2, the bending sensor 51 is provided at the base of the leg L of the operator P. This enables the operator P during flight to reflect operations on the flying device 1 by performing actions such as raising the knees, opening and closing the legs L, or bending the waist. That is, for example, the direction of the output of the second thrust device 30 can be adjusted by the movement of the body of the operator P as described above.

[0054] Hereinafter, several examples of the operation of the flying device 1 accompanying the movement of the leg L of the operator P will be described. The flying device 1 changes the direction of the output of the second thrust device 30 provided on both shoulders of the operator P, for example, corresponding to the direction and angle of the leg L of the operator P. Specifically, it operates as follows.

[0055] For example, as shown by the dashed two-dot line in FIG. 1, when the operator P extends and closes the legs L on both sides, the direction of the output of the second thrust device 30 is along the vertical direction of the body of the operator P. Then, the force to move the operator P upward by the second thrust device 30 becomes larger. That is, the flying device 1 operates to ascend by making the operator P extend and close the legs L on both sides. For example, as shown in FIG. 1, when the operator P opens the legs L on both sides, the flying device 1 changes the direction of the output of the second thrust device 30 to open in the left-right direction in accordance with the movement of the legs L of the operator P. That is, as the direction of the output of the second thrust device 30 goes from above the body of the operator P to below, it moves away from the body of the operator P in the left-right direction. Then, the force to move the operator P upward by the second thrust device 30 becomes smaller. That is, the flying device 1 operates to descend by making the operator P open the legs L on both sides.

[0056] For example, as shown in FIG. 11, when the operator P during flight extends one leg L in front of the other leg L, the flying device 1 changes the direction of the output of the second thrust device 30 provided on the side of one leg L of the operator P to the front in accordance with the movement of one leg L of the operator P. Then, the output of the second thrust device 30 provided on the side of one leg L of the operator P acts to push one side of the body of the operator P from the front of the operator P to the rear. Thereby, the body of the operator P rotates to face one side. Thus, the flying device 1 operates to change the flying direction to the side where the leg L is extended forward by the operator P extending one leg L in front of the other leg L. Specifically, for example, the flying device 1 operates to rotate clockwise when viewed from above the head when the operator P extends the right leg in front of the left leg.

[0057] For example, as shown in FIG. 12, when the operator P bends his waist, in other words, when the operator P in flight leans forward with his back and extends both legs L forward, the directions of the outputs of the second thrust devices 30 on both sides are changed forward in accordance with the movement of the legs L of the operator P. Then, as the directions of the outputs of the second thrust devices 30 on both sides go from above the body of the operator P to below, they change so as to move away from the body of the operator P forward. In this case, since the directions of the outputs of the second thrust devices 30 on both sides change in the same way, a force that rotates the operator P as in the case where the operator P extends one leg L forward does not occur. Here, when the operator P bends his waist in the air, the direction of the output of the first thrust device 20 tilts with respect to the vertical direction. Then, the force that supports the weight of the operator P by the output of the first thrust device 20 becomes smaller, and the force that moves the operator P forward becomes larger. In such a case, by setting the direction of the output of the second thrust device 30 as described above, the force that supports the weight of the operator P by the second thrust device 30 is increased. That is, when the operator P bends his waist, the flying device 1 operates so as to stably support the operator P while maintaining the altitude in the air and accelerating the operator P forward.

[0058] For example, when the operator P straightens his waist and reclines, as shown by the two-dot chain line in FIG. 2, the direction of the output of the second thrust device 30 is set to be along the vertical direction of the body of the operator P. That is, when the operator P straightens his waist and reclines, since the legs L of the operator P are in an extended state, the direction of the output of the second thrust device 30 is set to be along the vertical direction of the body of the operator P as described above. Here, in order to balance the thrust of the first thrust device 20 and the thrust of the second thrust device 30 to stabilize the posture of the operator P, the direction of the output of the second thrust device 30 generally faces obliquely downward in front of the body of the operator P. When the operator P straightens his waist and reclines from such a state, since the direction of the output of the second thrust device 30 comes to be along the vertical direction of the body of the operator P, it acts so that the direction of the output of the second thrust device 30 changes to vertically downward. However, when the operator P stretches their waist and leans back, the second thrust device 30 is interlocked with the posture of the upper body of the operator P via the skeleton part 10. As a result, the direction of the output of the second thrust device 30 acts so as to face forward of the operator P rather than downward in the vertical direction. By the above two actions balancing each other, when the operator P stretches their waist and leans back, the change in the direction of the output of the second thrust device 30 is small or does not change. Also, when the operator P stretches their waist and leans back, the direction of the output of the first thrust device 20 becomes more along the vertically downward direction. Then, the force that moves the operator P forward by the output of the first thrust device 20 becomes smaller, and the force that supports the weight of the operator P becomes larger. That is, when the operator P stretches their waist and leans back, while the change in the direction of the output of the second thrust device 30 remains small, the force that moves the operator P forward by the output of the first thrust device 20 becomes smaller. Therefore, the flying device 1 operates so as to decelerate or move backward when the operator P in flight stretches their waist and leans back. As described above, since the force that supports the weight of the operator P by the output of the first thrust device 20 becomes larger, the operator P is stably supported in the air.

[0059] Alternatively, the operator P may balance appropriately by each operation of the flying device 1 described above so as to be stationary (hovering) in the air.

[0060] (Reaction force mechanism) The reaction force mechanism is attached to the operator P wearing the flying device 1, for example, as shown in FIGS. 1 and 11. The reaction force mechanism enables the operator P in flight to apply a force as if stepping firmly on their feet by the flying device 1. Thus, the reaction force mechanism 70 has a function of enabling the operator P in flight to ensure the freedom and naturalness of body movement. In addition, by attaching the reaction force mechanism 70 to the operator P, when operating the flying device 1 using the bending sensor 51 attached to the leg L of the operator P as described above, the operator P can move the lower body more easily by applying force to the leg. Hereinafter, the details of the reaction force mechanism according to the present embodiment will be described.

[0061] As shown in FIGS. 1 and 11, the reaction force mechanism 70 includes a first part 71, a second part 72, and a third part 73. The first part 71 is attached to a part of the leg L of the operator P. The second part 72 is attached to the upper body or the waist of the operator P. The third part 73 connects the first part 71 and the second part 72. For example, when the operator P to whom the first part 71 and the second part 72 are attached extends the leg L, the third part 73 is pulled by the first part 71 and the second part 72 to generate tension.

[0062] With the above-described configurations, when the operator P to whom the reaction force mechanism 70 is attached extends the leg L, tension is generated in the third part 73. Due to this tension, the operator P can receive a reaction force on the leg L via the first part 71. Therefore, even when the feet of the operator P are not in contact with the ground during flight by the flight system, the operator P can brace the feet in the same manner as when standing on the ground. This enables, for example, the operator P during flight to easily stabilize the posture. Alternatively, the operator P during flight can easily change the posture. Hereinafter, the details of the first part 71, the second part 72, and the third part 73 will be described.

[0063] (Details of the first part) The first part 71 is attached to a part of the leg L of the operator P. Also, one end of the third part 73 is connected to the first part 71. The first part 71 is attached, for example, so as to wrap around a part of the leg L of the operator P. That is, the first part 71 is, for example, a belt-like member made of cloth or rubber. The first part 71 may be attached, for example, so as to catch a part of the leg L of the operator P. That is, the first part 71 may be formed of, for example, a wire 71W or a plate 71B made of metal or resin. Not limited to the above, any other material may be used for the first part 71 as long as it has sufficient strength against the force of the leg of the operator P. Hereinafter, several examples will be described regarding the fixing position of the first part 71 on the operator P.

[0064] (First example of the first part) As a first example, the first part 71 is fixed, for example, to the sole of the foot F of the operator P. Specifically, for example, as shown in FIG. 13, the belt-shaped first part 71 is fixed so as to be wound around the tip of the foot F of the operator P. At this time, for example, the toe may be passed through the first part 71 formed in an annular shape by a belt-shaped material. Alternatively, the first part 71 formed by providing hook-and-loop fasteners (not shown) at both ends of the belt may be wound around the foot F and the hook-and-loop fasteners may be bonded to each other. Alternatively, as shown in FIG. 14, the first part 71 formed of a plate 71B, a wire 71W, etc. may be fixed so that the foot F of the operator P is caught. In this case, for example, as shown in FIG. 14, the portion in contact with the sole of the foot F of the operator P may be formed by the plate 71B, and the portion connecting the plate 71B and the third part 73 may be formed by the wire 71W. In this case, the plate 71B is preferably, for example, rectangular and the longitudinal direction is along the width direction of the foot F. The first part 71 formed as described above is preferably in contact with, for example, around the ball of the foot of the operator P as shown in FIG. 13 or FIG. 14. By this, in the state where the first part 71 is attached, it is preferable that the operator P can easily move the ankle. Alternatively, the first part 71 may be in contact with, for example, around the toe of the foot F of the operator P. By this, the operator P may be able to easily step on the first part 71 using the force of the ankle.

[0065] (Second Example of the First Part) As a second example, the first part 71 is fixed to, for example, the knee K of the operator P. Specifically, for example, as shown in FIG. 15, the first part 71 formed in the shape of a knee supporter is fixed so as to be wound around the knee K of the operator P. At this time, a hole 71H may be formed in the first part 71 in order to facilitate bending and stretching of the knee by exposing the knee joint. At this time, for example, the leg L may be passed through the first part 71 formed in a tubular shape by a belt-like material. Alternatively, the first part 71 formed by providing hook-and-loop fasteners (not shown) at both ends of a belt may be wound around the foot F and the hook-and-loop fasteners may be bonded to each other. Further, as shown in FIG. 16, the first part 71 formed in a hook shape may be fixed so as to catch on the knee K of the operator P. At this time, it is preferable that a hook 71F made of metal or cloth is provided at a portion of the clothing of the operator P located at the knee K. Further, as shown in FIG. 17, the first part 71 which is a belt may be fixed so as to catch on the knee K of the operator P. At this time, it is preferable that a belt hook 71BF made of metal or cloth is provided at a portion of the clothing of the operator P located at the knee K. Further, as shown in FIG. 18, the first part 71 which is a buckle may be fixed so as to be assembled with the knee K of the operator P. At this time, it is preferable that one side 71BC of the buckle is provided in advance at a portion of the clothing of the operator P located at the knee K. Note that, with the structures shown in FIGS. 16 to 18, the first part 71 may be fixed to the calf, shin, or ankle of the operator P.

[0066] (Details of the Second Part) The second part 72 is attached to the upper body or the waist of the operator P. Further, the other end of the third part 73 is connected to the second part 72. The second part 72 is formed in a corset shape, for example, and is attached so as to be wound around the waist or the like of the operator P. That is, the second part 72 is a belt-like member made of cloth or rubber, for example. The second part 72 may be attached so as to catch any part of the upper body of the operator P. That is, the second part 72 may be formed of, for example, a wire 71W or a plate 71B made of metal or resin. Not limited to the above, any other material may be used for the second part 72 as long as it has sufficient strength against the force of the legs of the operator P. Hereinafter, several examples will be described regarding the fixing position of the second part 72 on the operator P.

[0067] (First example of the second part) As a first example, the second part 72 is fixed to the shoulder of the operator P. Specifically, for example, as shown in FIG. 19, the second part 72 formed in the shape of a bib is fixed so that the operator P wears it. At this time, the third part 73 is connected to the shoulder portion of the operator P wearing the second part 72. In the present embodiment, the fact that the second part 72 is fixed to the shoulder of the operator P includes that the other end of the third part 73 is fixed to the shoulder of the operator P in this way. Note that, similar to the first part 71 described in FIGS. 16 to 18, hooks, belts, or buckles may be used for the second part 72. At this time, it is preferable that a hook attachment 71F, a belt attachment 71BF, or one side 71BC of a buckle is provided on the shoulder portion of the clothing of the operator P.

[0068] (Second example of the second part) As a second example, the second part 72 is fixed to the waist of the operator P. Specifically, for example, as shown in FIG. 20, the second part 72 formed in the shape of a corset is fixed so as to be wound around the waist of the operator P. At this time, for example, the body may be passed through the second part 72 formed in a tubular shape by a belt-like material. Alternatively, the second part 72 formed by providing hook-and-loop fasteners (not shown) at both ends of a belt may be wound around the waist and the hook-and-loop fasteners may be adhered to each other. Note that, similar to the first part 71 described in FIGS. 16 to 18, hooks, belts, or buckles may be used for the second part 72. At this time, it is preferable that a hook hanger 71F, a belt hanger 71BF, or one side 71BC of a buckle is provided at the waist portion of the clothing worn by the operator P.

[0069] (Third Example of the Second Part) As a third example, the second part 72 is fixed to the flying device 1. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 21, the second part 72 formed in a hook shape is fixed so as to be hooked on the flying device 1 worn by the operator P. In FIG. 21, only the framework of the flying device 1 is schematically illustrated, and other components including the thrust mechanism are not shown. Note that, instead of the hook, the second part 72 formed in the shape of a bracket 32a may be fixed to the flying device 1 worn by the operator P by bolting.

[0070] (Fourth Example of the Second Part) As a fourth example, the second part 72 is fixed to, for example, a full harness H worn by the operator P. The full harness H is preferably any known one. Here, the operator P may wear the flying device 1 via the full harness H. The second part 72 according to the fourth example is preferably used when the operator P wears the full harness H. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 22, the second part 72 is fixed to the waist portion of the full harness H. Alternatively, as shown in FIG. 23, the second part 72 may be fixed to the shoulder of the full harness H. Here, when the operator P wears the flying device 1 via the full harness H, the weight of the operator P is added to the base of the leg L of the operator P via the full harness H. Thus, the base of the leg L of the operator P is compressed. When the second part 72 is fixed to the full harness H, by the operator P applying force to the first part 71 by stepping firmly on the leg, the weight of the operator P added to the base of the leg L of the operator P can be added to the first part 71 of the reaction mechanism 70. Thus, it may be possible to suppress the compression of the base of the leg L of the operator P. The second part 72 according to the fourth example is used by appropriately selecting any one of a hook, a belt, or a buckle, similar to the first part 71 described in FIGS. 16 to 18. Alternatively, as the second part 72, the other end of the third part 73 may be sewn to the full harness H. In this case, the second part 72 may be regarded as the connection between the third part 73 and the full harness H.

[0071] (Details of the third part) The third part 73 connects the first part 71 and the second part 72. For example, when the operator P to whom the first part 71 and the second part 72 are attached extends the leg L, the third part 73 is pulled by the first part 71 and the second part 72 to generate tension. By this, when the operator P with the reaction force mechanism 70 attached extends the leg L as described above, the operator P can receive a reaction force on the leg L via the first part 71. The third part 73 is, for example, a belt-shaped member made of cloth or rubber. By this, the third part 73 can be made to easily follow the movement of the leg L of the operator P. Therefore, it is easier to ensure the degree of freedom of movement of the leg L of the operator P. The third part 73 may be, for example, a plate-shaped member. Thereby, for example, it is possible to easily and surely generate a reaction force when the operator P extends the leg L. Also, for example, since the third part 73 connecting the first part 71 and the second part 72 is a plate-shaped member, it is possible to easily and stably support the leg L of the operator P during flight. That is, for example, when the body of the operator P is flying in a state along the horizontal direction, even if the operator P does not apply force to the leg, it is possible to easily maintain the state where the operator P extends the leg L. Therefore, it is easier to stabilize the posture of the operator P. Also, for example, it is possible to easily reinforce the leg L of the operator P. That is, for example, when the operator P falls to the ground, by the reaction force mechanism 70 receiving the impact of the fall, it is possible to suppress the operator P from being injured such as a fracture. Not limited to the above, as long as it has sufficient strength against the force of the leg of the operator P, any other material may be used for the third part 73.

[0072] (Processing unit) The processing unit 60 controls each component of the flying device 1 described above. For the processing unit 60, for example, a known computer is preferably used. That is, the processing unit 60 is configured by connecting a storage device such as a memory, an HDD (hard disk drive), an SD card, etc. to a processing device including a CPU, for example. The processing unit 60 is connected to, for example, the operation unit 50 which is the above-described UI, and control units provided in each component that operates to enable the operator P to fly, respectively. Each component that operates to enable the operator P to fly is, for example, the first thrust device 20, the second thrust device 30, the deflection nozzle 31, and the fuel tank 40. More specifically, for example, a control unit that controls the output in the first thrust device 20 and the second thrust device 30, a control unit that controls the direction of the deflection nozzle 31, a control unit that controls the fuel supply amount from the fuel tank 40 to the first thrust device 20 and the second thrust device 30, or a measuring device including a flow meter and a water level meter (remaining amount meter) in the fuel tank 40. The processing unit 60 connected to each component of the flying device 1 as described above controls each component provided in the flying device 1 described above by executing the control program of the flying device 1 stored in the storage device. With the above-described components, the flying device 1 according to the present embodiment is configured.

[0073] As described above, according to the flying device 1 according to the present embodiment, the first thrust device 20 is non-changeable with respect to the skeleton part 10, and the second thrust device 30 is changeable with respect to the skeleton part 10. Thereby, by changing the direction of the output of the second thrust device 30, the directions of the outputs of the first thrust device 20 and the second thrust device 30 can be made different from each other. Thereby, for example, by adjusting the direction of the output of the second thrust device 30, the flight attitude can be stabilized. Or the flying direction can be manipulated. Also, for example, by adjusting the magnitude of the output of the first thrust device 20 and the magnitude and direction of the output of the second thrust device 30, the flight attitude can be more surely stabilized. Or the flying direction can be more surely manipulated. Therefore, for example, compared with the case of adjusting only the magnitude of the output of the thrust device, more stable hovering can be enabled. Further, since the first thrust device 20 and the second thrust device 30 are attached to the skeleton part 10 worn on the body of the operator P, it is not necessary for the operator P to grip the first thrust device 20 or the second thrust device 30 with the hand. The operator P can freely use the arms during flight. Also, for example, when adjusting the direction of the output of the second thrust device 30 without relying on the arm of the operator P, the above-described hovering can be performed without relying on the physical ability of the operator P.

[0074] Also, the direction of the output of the first thrust device 20 and the direction of the output of the second thrust device 30 do not coincide. Thereby, the operator P during flight can receive thrusts from a plurality of directions. Therefore, by balancing these thrusts, the flight attitude can be more surely stabilized by the first thrust device 20 and the second thrust device 30. Or the flying direction can be more surely manipulated.

[0075] Here, the center of gravity of the human body is located around the pelvis. Therefore, the first thrust device 20 and the second thrust device 30 are arranged on the shoulders or back of the operator P. In this way, by providing the first thrust device 20 and the second thrust device 30 at least above the center of gravity of the operator P, the operator P can be suspended in the air during flight, and the posture of the operator P can be stabilized. In addition, by making it difficult for the first thrust device 20 and the second thrust device 30 to interfere with the movable range of the arms, it is easier for the operator P to move the arms.

[0076] In addition, the first thrust device 20 is arranged on the back of the operator P. In this way, by arranging the first thrust device 20 with an unchangeable output direction at the back located on the central side in the left - right direction of the body of the operator P, for example, the first thrust device 20 can be used to support the weight of the body of the operator P during flight. Also, the second thrust device 30 is arranged on the shoulders of the operator P. In this way, by arranging the second thrust device 30 with a changeable output direction on the shoulders located on the outer side in the left - right direction of the body of the operator P, for example, the second thrust device 30 can be used to adjust the direction of the body of the operator P during flight. In this way, by effectively utilizing the output characteristics of the first thrust device 20 and the second thrust device 30, it is easier to stabilize the flight posture of the operator P.

[0077] In addition, a plurality of second thrust devices 30 are arranged on both shoulders of the operator P. And the output directions of the plurality of second thrust devices 30 are different from each other. Thereby, it is easier to adjust the direction of the body of the operator P during flight more effectively. Therefore, it is easier to further stabilize the flight posture of the operator P.

[0078] In addition, the second thrust device 30 has a deflection nozzle 31 capable of changing the output direction of the second thrust device 30. Thereby, for example, the output direction of the second thrust device 30 can be changed without moving the second thrust device 30 relative to the skeleton part 10. Therefore, for example, the connection structure between the skeleton part 10 and the second thrust device 30 can be made simple. Thus, for example, the flying device 1 can be lightened.

[0079] Furthermore, it further includes an operation unit 50 for operating the magnitude of the output of the first thrust device 20 and the magnitude and direction of the output of the second thrust device 30. Thereby, by appropriately operating the flying device 1 by the operator P, the flying device 1 can fly freely according to the intention of the operator P.

[0080] Also, the operation unit 50 is provided on a part of the body of the operator P. Thereby, the operator P can operate the flying device 1 by moving the part of the body to which the operation unit 50 is attached. That is, for example, compared with the case of operating the flying device 1 using a joystick or the like attached to the flying device 1, the operator P can operate the flying device 1 without using hands. Therefore, the operator P can freely use hands to perform some work or the like during flight.

[0081] Also, the operation unit 50 can set the magnitude of the output of the first thrust device 20 and the magnitude of the output of the second thrust device 30 step by step. Thereby, for example, compared with the case of operating these numerical values steplessly, the operation of the flying device 1 using the operation unit 50 can be facilitated. Therefore, the operation of the flying device 1 can be made easier.

[0082] Also, the operation unit 50 can set the direction of the output of the second thrust device 30 steplessly. Thereby, it is possible to stably and easily adjust the posture of the operator P by changing the direction of the output of the second thrust device 30. Therefore, it is possible to more stably and easily perform flight by the flying device 1.

[0083] Furthermore, the flying device 1 further includes a reaction force mechanism 70 attached to the operator P. The reaction force mechanism 70 includes a first part 71 attached to a part of the leg L of the operator P, a second part 72 attached to the upper body or waist of the operator P, and a third part 73 connecting the first part 71 and the second part 72. Thereby, when the operator P to whom the reaction force mechanism 70 is attached extends the leg L, tension is generated in the third part 73. Due to this tension, the operator P can receive a reaction force from the first part 71 to the leg L. Thus, for example, even when the operator P is flying by the flying device 1 and the legs L of the operator P are in a suspended state in the air, that is, the feet F of the operator P are not in contact with the ground, by extending the legs L, the operator P can receive a force similar to the reaction force received from the ground when standing on the ground. Therefore, even when the feet F of the operator P are not in contact with the ground, the operator P can apply force to the legs by using the reaction force mechanism 70 to brace himself / herself. Therefore, when the operator P is flying, the degree of freedom and naturalness of the body movement of the operator P can be ensured. That is, for example, the flying operator P can easily stabilize the posture. Or, the flying operator P can easily change the posture. Further, by attaching such a reaction force mechanism 70 to the operator P, the movement of the body of the operator P can be easily utilized for instructions related to the operation of the flying device 1 and the like.

[0084] Note that the technical scope of the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiment, and various modifications can be made without departing from the spirit of the present invention. For example, although it has been described that the bending sensor 51 of the operation unit 50 is provided on a part of the leg L of the operator P, it is not limited thereto. That is, the bending sensor 51 of the operation unit 50 may be attached to, for example, the base of the arm, the elbow, the neck, etc. of the operator P.

[0085] Also, in the operation unit 50, although it has been described that a slide switch is used to adjust the magnitudes of the outputs of the first thrust device 20 and the second thrust device 30, it is not limited thereto. That is, as a configuration for adjusting the magnitudes of the outputs of the first thrust device 20 and the second thrust device 30, switches of the following forms may be used. That is, for example, a switch that can be accommodated in the mouth of the operator P may be used, and the operator P can adjust the magnitudes of the outputs of the first thrust device 20 and the second thrust device 30 by biting or licking the switch. Further, by using a sensor capable of receiving an electrical signal such as an electroencephalogram emitted from the brain of the operator P and appropriately processing the electrical signal, it may be possible to adjust the magnitude of the output of the first thrust device 20 and the magnitude and direction of the output of the second thrust device 30. Further, in order to enable the operator P to check the state of each component of the flying device 1 and grasp the flying location, etc., a HUD (head-mounted display) for displaying the above various types of information may be worn. Also, although an example in which the bending sensor 51 is used to detect the bending angle of a part of the body of the operator P has been described, it is not limited to this. That is, if the movement and posture of the body of the operator P during flight can be measured, instead of the bending sensor 51, an angle meter such as an IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit) or a shape sensor may be used. Also, when the direction of the output of the second thrust device 30 can be sufficiently adjusted by the deflection nozzle 31, the direction of the first thrust device 20 and the direction of the second thrust device 30 may be parallel to each other.

[0086] In addition, within the scope not departing from the gist of the present invention, it is possible to appropriately replace the components in the above-described embodiment with well-known components, and the above-described modification examples may be appropriately combined.

Explanation of Reference Numerals

[0087] 1 Flying device 10 Skeleton part 20 First thrust device 30 Second thrust device 31 Deflection nozzle 31a Extension part 31b Mounting part 32 Deflection ring 32a Bracket 40 Fuel tank 50 Operation part 60 Processing part 70 Reaction mechanism 71 First part 71B Plate 71H Hole 71W Wire 72 Part 2 73 Part 3 B Bearing H Full harness P Operator S1 First rotating shaft S2 Second rotating shaft

Claims

1. An aircraft worn by a pilot, comprising: a skeleton part worn on the torso of the pilot; a first thrust device attached to the skeleton part and having an unchangeable output direction with respect to the skeleton part; a second thrust device attached to the skeleton part and having a changeable output direction with respect to the skeleton part; and characterized by the above.

2. The output direction of the first thrust device does not coincide with the output direction of the second thrust device. The aircraft according to Claim 1, characterized by the above.

3. The first thrust device and the second thrust device are arranged on the shoulders or back of the pilot. The aircraft according to Claim 1, characterized by the above.

4. The first thrust device is arranged on the back of the pilot, and the second thrust device is arranged above the shoulders of the pilot. The aircraft according to Claim 3, characterized by the above.

5. The aircraft is provided with a plurality of second thrust devices, the plurality of second thrust devices are arranged on both shoulders of the pilot, and the output directions of the plurality of second thrust devices are different from each other. The aircraft according to Claim 4, characterized by the above.

6. The second thrust device has a deflection nozzle capable of changing the output direction of the second thrust device. The aircraft according to Claim 1, characterized by the above.

7. The aircraft further comprises an operation part for operating the magnitude of the output of the first thrust device and the magnitude and direction of the output of the second thrust device. The aircraft according to Claim 1, characterized by the above.

8. The operation part is provided on a part of the pilot's body. The aircraft according to Claim 7, characterized by the above.

9. The operation part can set the magnitude of the output of the first thrust device and the magnitude of the output of the second thrust device step by step. The aircraft according to Claim 7, characterized by the above.

10. The operation part can set the output direction of the second thrust device steplessly. The aircraft according to Claim 7, characterized by the above.

11. The aircraft further comprises a reaction force mechanism attached to the pilot, wherein the reaction force mechanism comprises a first part attached to a part of the pilot's leg, a second part attached to the upper body or waist of the pilot, and a third part connecting the first part and the second part. and characterized by the above. The aircraft according to any one of Claims 1 to 9.

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