Aircraft equipped with safety devices
By mounting the safety device at an angle to reduce drag and positioning it to minimize frontal area, the aircraft achieves improved safety with maintained flight efficiency, addressing the inefficiencies of conventional safety devices.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- JP · JP
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- AERONEXT INC
- Filing Date
- 2026-02-24
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-19
AI Technical Summary
Conventional aircraft safety devices, such as parachutes, increase drag and motor load, leading to a significant deterioration in flight efficiency, including fuel consumption and flight speed, while not adequately addressing the need for improved safety during crashes.
The aircraft is equipped with a safety device, such as a parachute, mounted at an angle that reduces drag during flight compared to landing or hovering, with the centerline inclined towards the rear, partially or completely covered by a cover, and positioned to minimize frontal projected area during cruising.
This configuration maintains flight efficiency by reducing drag and motor load, allowing for safer operations with minimal impact on flight performance.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The present invention relates to an aircraft equipped with a safety device.
Background Art
[0002] In recent years, the practical application of various services using aircraft (hereinafter collectively referred to as "aircraft") such as drones and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) has been promoted. An aircraft equipped with a plurality of propellers, generally called a multicopter (hereinafter collectively referred to as a multicopter), does not require a runway for takeoff and landing like a general fixed-wing aircraft, so it can be operated on relatively narrow land and is suitable for providing services such as home delivery, monitoring, and rescue.
[0003] In order to provide various services, an aircraft may fly over structures such as buildings and utility poles, or over places where third parties moving on the ground may exist. Usually, an aircraft flies along a defined flight route and altitude and does not cause damage to surrounding structures or people.
[0004] However, when it becomes impossible to continue flying due to a serious failure or unexpected external factors, it becomes difficult to maintain the defined route and height, and there is a possibility of contact with structures or people. In particular, when it crashes, depending on the weight and size of the aircraft, the damage to surrounding people and objects can be significant. To reduce the damage, it is necessary to slow down the falling speed of the aircraft.
[0005] In Patent Document 1, a parachute that can be mounted on an aircraft and an aircraft equipped with the parachute are disclosed (see, for example, Patent Document 1).
Prior Art Documents
Patent Documents
[0006]
Patent Document 1
Summary of the Invention
[0007] Patent Document 1 discloses an aircraft equipped with a parachute that can be quickly deployed in the event of an unexpected malfunction.
[0008] The aircraft disclosed in Patent Document 1 is equipped with a parachute that can be deployed in mid-air, and the parachute can be deployed by remote control or autonomous control. This can slow down the aircraft's descent speed and reduce damage to surrounding structures and people, thereby improving the safety of the aircraft's operation.
[0009] When providing services using aircraft (e.g., delivery, surveillance), improvements in safety, as well as flight time and speed, are necessary. Therefore, it is desirable to equip aircraft with parachutes to reduce damage to the surrounding area in the event of a crash and to prevent a decrease in flight efficiency.
[0010] However, conventional technology does not take into account the reduction in flight efficiency. By installing safety devices, the drag and motor load during the aircraft's movement increase compared to an aircraft without safety devices, which can lead to a significant deterioration in flight efficiency, such as fuel consumption and flight speed.
[0011] In view of these circumstances, one objective of the present invention is to provide an aircraft that can improve aircraft safety while suppressing a decrease in flight efficiency during cruising. [Means for solving the problem]
[0012] According to the present invention, it is possible to provide an aircraft equipped with a safety device for reducing the rate of fall, wherein the safety device is mounted at an angle that reduces drag during flight compared to when landing or hovering.
[0013] Regarding other problems disclosed in the present application and their solutions, they will be clarified by the embodiments of the invention and the drawings.
Effects of the Invention
[0014] According to the present invention, it is possible to provide an aircraft capable of preventing a decrease in flight efficiency while improving the safety of the aircraft.
Brief Description of the Drawings
[0015] [Figure 1] It is a schematic view of the aircraft according to the present invention as seen from the side. [Figure 2] It is a view of the aircraft of FIG. 1 during the cruising attitude. [Figure 3] It is a view of the aircraft of FIG. 1 as seen from above. [Figure 4] It is a view of the aircraft of FIG. 1 as seen from the front. [Figure 5] It is a view of the aircraft of FIG. 2 as seen from the front. [Figure 6] It is a functional block diagram of the aircraft of FIG. 1. [Figure 7] It is a view when the safety device deploys the parachute. [Figure 8] It is a schematic view of an aircraft using a conventional safety device mounting method as seen from the side. [Figure 9] It is a view of the aircraft of FIG. 8 during the cruising attitude. [Figure 10] It is a view of the aircraft of FIG. 8 as seen from above. [Figure 11] It is a view of the aircraft of FIG. 8 as seen from the front. [Figure 12] It is a view of the aircraft of FIG. 9 as seen from the front. [Figure 13] It is a schematic view of an aircraft using the safety device mounting method according to the present invention as seen from above. [Figure 14] It is a view of the aircraft of FIG. 13 as seen from the side. [Figure 15] It is a view of the aircraft of FIG. 13 as seen from the front. [Figure 16] It is a schematic view of an aircraft using a conventional safety device mounting method as seen from above. [Figure 17] Figure 16 is a side view of the flying object. [Figure 18] This is a schematic diagram of an aircraft using a conventional method of mounting safety devices, viewed from above. [Figure 19] Figure 18 is a side view of the flying object. [Figure 20] This is a schematic diagram of another aircraft using the safety device mounting method according to the present invention, viewed from above. [Figure 21] Figure 20 is a side view of the flying object. [Figure 22] Figure 20 shows the flying object viewed from the front. [Figure 23] This is a close-up view of a part of the aircraft's safety device. [Figure 24] Figure 23 is a close-up view of the safety device used when the aircraft deploys its parachute. [Modes for carrying out the invention]
[0016] The embodiments of the present invention will be described by listing them. An aircraft equipped with a safety device according to an embodiment of the present invention has the following configuration. [Item 1] An aircraft equipped with a safety device to reduce the rate of fall, The aforementioned safety device is mounted at an angle that reduces drag during flight compared to during landing or hovering. An aircraft characterized by the following features. [Item 2] The safety device reduces the frontal projected area during travel compared to when the device is in a landing or hovering state. The flying object described in item 1, characterized by the features described above. [Item 3] In a landed or hovering state, The centerline of the aforementioned safety device is inclined toward the rear of the aircraft. An aircraft as described in item 1 or 2, characterized by the features described herein. [Item 4] The inclination angle of the centerline of the aforementioned safety device is, The aircraft's forward tilt angle and size during cruising are the same or similar. The flying object described in item 3, characterized by the features described herein. [Item 5] The aforementioned safety device includes a parachute. An aircraft as described in any one of items 1 to 4, characterized by the above. [Item 6] In a landed or hovering state, The center of the safety device is located behind the center of the aircraft. An aircraft as described in any one of items 1 to 5, characterized by the following: [Item 7] In a landed or hovering state, The center of the safety device is forward of the center of the aircraft. An aircraft as described in any one of items 1 to 5, characterized by the above. [Item 8] In a landed or hovering state, The center of the safety device is laterally to the center of the aircraft. An aircraft as described in any one of items 1 to 5, characterized by the following: [Item 9] The safety device is at least partially covered by a cover provided on the aircraft. An aircraft as described in any one of items 1 to 8, characterized by the above. [Item 10] The cover is provided with a portion that opens or falls off when the safety device is deployed. The flying object described in item 9, characterized by the features described herein. [Item 11] A safety device mounted on an aircraft to reduce its falling speed, It is mounted at an angle that reduces drag on the aircraft in a moving state compared to a landed or hovering state. A safety device characterized by the following features.
[0017] <Details of embodiments according to the present invention> The following description will explain an aircraft equipped with a safety device according to an embodiment of the present invention, with reference to the drawings.
[0018] <Details of the first embodiment>
[0019] As illustrated in Figures 1 and 2, the aircraft 100 is an aircraft capable of taking off, landing, and flying with at least one safety device 10 connected. At least one safety device 10 is connected to the aircraft.
[0020] The aircraft 100 takes off from the takeoff point and flies to its destination. For example, if the aircraft is making a delivery, upon reaching the destination, it lands at a port or similar location, or hovers above the port or similar location, and completes the delivery by releasing the cargo. After releasing the cargo, the aircraft moves on to another destination, for example.
[0021] As shown in Figures 1 and 2, the aircraft 100 according to the embodiment of the present invention is equipped with a flight section that includes a plurality of rotor sections consisting of at least a propeller 110 and a motor 111, as well as elements such as a motor mount and a frame 120 that support the rotor sections, in order to perform flight, and it is desirable that it is equipped with energy (for example, a secondary battery, fuel cell, fossil fuel, etc.) to operate them.
[0022] Note that the aircraft 100 shown in the illustration is simplified for the purpose of facilitating the explanation of the structure of the present invention, and detailed components such as the control unit are not shown.
[0023] The aircraft 100 has the direction of arrow D (-Y direction) in the diagram as its forward direction (more details will be provided later).
[0024] In the following explanation, terms may be used according to the following definitions: Forward / backward direction: +Y and -Y directions, Up / down direction (or vertical direction): +Z and -Z directions, Left / right direction (or horizontal direction): +X and -X directions, Forward direction (forward): -Y direction, Backward direction (backward): +Y direction, Upward direction (up): +Z direction, Downward direction (down): -Z direction
[0025] The propeller 110 rotates in response to the output from the motor 111. The rotation of the propeller 110 generates thrust to allow the aircraft 100 to take off from its starting point, move, and land at its destination. The propeller 110 can rotate to the right, stop, and rotate to the left.
[0026] The propeller 110 of the aircraft of the present invention has one or more blades. The number of blades (rotor) can be any number (e.g., 1, 2, 3, 4, or more). The shape of the blade can be any shape, such as flat, curved, twisted, tapered, or a combination thereof. The shape of the blade can be changed (e.g., extension, folding, bending, etc.). The blade may be symmetrical (having the same upper and lower surfaces) or asymmetrical (having upper and lower surfaces of different shapes). The blade can be formed into an airfoil, wing, or a geometric shape suitable for generating dynamic aerodynamic forces (e.g., lift, thrust) when the blade is moved through the air. The geometric shape of the blade can be appropriately selected to optimize the dynamic aerodynamic characteristics of the blade, such as increasing lift and thrust and reducing drag.
[0027] Furthermore, the propeller of the aircraft 100 of the present invention may be fixed-pitch, variable-pitch, or a combination of fixed-pitch and variable-pitch, but is not limited to these.
[0028] The motor 111 generates the rotation of the propeller 110, and the drive unit may include, for example, an electric motor or an engine. The blades are driveable by the motor and rotate around the motor's axis of rotation (for example, the motor's long axis).
[0029] The blades can all rotate in the same direction, or they can rotate independently. Some blades can rotate in one direction, while others rotate in other directions. The blades can all rotate at the same speed, or they can rotate at different speeds. The speed can be determined automatically or manually based on the dimensions of the moving object (e.g., size, weight) and the control state (speed, direction of movement, etc.).
[0030] The aircraft 100 uses a flight controller 1001, ESC 112, transmitter / receiver (RCP) 1006, etc., to determine the rotation speed of each motor and the flight angle according to the wind speed and direction. This allows the aircraft to move, such as ascending and descending, accelerating and decelerating, and changing direction.
[0031] The aircraft 100 can perform autonomous flight in accordance with routes and rules set in advance or during flight, or it can be controlled using the transmitter / receiver (transmitter) 1006.
[0032] The aforementioned aircraft 100 has the functional blocks shown in Figure 6. Note that the functional blocks in Figure 6 are an example of a minimum reference configuration. The light controller 1001 is a so-called processing unit. The processing unit may have one or more processors, such as a programmable processor (e.g., a central processing unit (CPU)). The processing unit has memory (not shown) and is accessible. The memory stores logic, code, and / or program instructions that the processing unit can execute to perform one or more steps. The memory may include a separable medium such as an SD card or random access memory (RAM) or an external storage device. Data acquired from sensors 1002 may be directly transmitted to and stored in memory. For example, still images and video data captured by a camera, etc., are recorded in the internal memory or external memory.
[0033] The processing unit includes a control module configured to control the state of the rotorcraft. For example, the control module has six degrees of freedom (translational motion x, y, and z, and rotational motion θ). x θ y and θ z The control module controls the propulsion mechanism (motors, etc.) of a rotary-wing aircraft to adjust its spatial arrangement, speed, and / or acceleration. The control module can control one or more of the onboard components and the state of the sensors.
[0034] The processing unit can communicate with a transceiver 1005 configured to transmit and / or receive data from one or more external devices (e.g., terminals, display devices, or other remote controllers). The transceiver 1006 can use any suitable means of communication, such as wired or wireless communication. For example, the transceiver 1005 can utilize one or more of the following: local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), infrared, wireless, Wi-Fi, point-to-point (P2P) network, telecommunications network, cloud communication, etc. The transceiver 1005 can transmit and / or receive one or more of the following: data acquired by sensors 1002, processing results generated by the processing unit, predetermined control data, user commands from a terminal or remote controller, etc.
[0035] The sensors 1002 according to this embodiment may include inertial sensors (accelerometers, gyroscopes), GPS sensors, proximity sensors (e.g., LiDAR), or vision / image sensors (e.g., cameras).
[0036] In the embodiment of the present invention, the rotation plane of the propeller 110 of the aircraft 100 is tilted forward in the direction of travel during flight. The tilted rotation plane of the propeller 110 generates upward lift and thrust in the direction of travel, causing the aircraft 100 to move forward.
[0037] The aircraft 100 has a flight section that generates lift and thrust, equipped with a motor, propeller, frame, etc., and may also have a main body capable of housing a processing unit, battery, etc., mounted on the flight section. The main body can efficiently shorten flight time by optimizing the shape of the aircraft 100 in the cruising attitude, which is expected to be maintained for a long time while the aircraft 100 is moving, and by improving the flight speed.
[0038] The main body should preferably have an outer shell with sufficient strength to withstand flight and takeoff / landing. For example, plastic, FRP, etc., are suitable materials for the outer shell because they have rigidity and water resistance. These materials may be the same as the frame 120 (including the arms) included in the flight section, or they may be different materials.
[0039] Furthermore, the motor mount, frame 120, and main body of the flight unit may be constructed by connecting each component, or they may be molded as a single unit using a monocoque structure or integral molding (for example, the motor mount and frame 120 may be molded as a single unit, or the motor mount, frame 120, and main body may all be molded as a single unit). By integrating the components, it becomes possible to smooth the joints between each component, which can lead to the drag reduction and fuel efficiency improvements that are characteristic of aircraft such as blended wing bodies and lifting bodies.
[0040] The shape of the aircraft 100 may have directionality, as illustrated in Figures 1-5. For example, the aircraft 100 may have a streamlined main body that reduces drag in a cruising attitude in calm conditions, or a shape that improves flight efficiency when the nose of the aircraft is facing the wind.
[0041] The safety device 10 on the aircraft 100 reduces the falling speed to below the free fall speed when the aircraft becomes unable to continue safe flight due to malfunction or external factors, thereby mitigating the impact and damage from falling or collision. The safety device 10 includes a function that can reduce the falling speed of the aircraft by increasing air resistance, such as a parachute, a bag including a balloon or airbag, or a strip-shaped member such as a kite tail. The parachute 12 is mounted on the aircraft in an undeployed state and can be launched and deployed by predetermined control. The following description will focus on the case where the safety device 10 is equipped with a parachute 12, but the safety device is not limited to this, as long as it can achieve the effect of reducing the falling speed of the aircraft.
[0042] The deployment of the parachute 12 may be controlled remotely by a terminal or control device operated by a person on the ground, which sends a deployment control signal at any time. In addition, aircraft providing delivery or other services may fly autonomously, beyond the line of sight of humans, or without remote control. The deployment control decision may be triggered by information obtained from sensors on board the aircraft or the results of processing the area above. This makes it possible to automatically deploy the parachute 12 even when the status of the aircraft, such as during autonomous flight, is not being monitored by a person.
[0043] The parachute 12 can be deployed using known technologies such as springs, explosives, or gas. It is desirable that the safety device and the aircraft be securely connected to prevent them from being unintentionally separated by the impact generated by the deployment of the parachute 12.
[0044] When automatically controlling the deployment of the parachute 12, the information that can be used as a trigger for deployment control may include, for example, one or more combinations of the following: downward acceleration (for example, when the downward acceleration exceeds the reference acceleration), the altitude of the aircraft (for example, when the altitude falls below the reference altitude), the vertical rotation of the aircraft, the horizontal rotation of the aircraft (for example, when the rotation direction or rotation speed of at least one of the vertical or horizontal directions of the aircraft is determined from a gyro sensor or accelerometer and the rotation direction is outside the reference range, or when it exceeds the reference rotation speed), and the rotation speed of the motors (for example, when the rotation speed of one or more motors on the aircraft is below or above the reference rotation speed). However, it is sufficient, and not limited to, that the trigger can be an abnormality of the aircraft that could lead to a crash. Furthermore, the trigger for automatic deployment control during autonomous flight control and the trigger for automatic deployment control during manual flight control such as with a transmitter may differ in at least part. For example, when an aircraft that normally operates under autonomous flight control switches to manual flight control, it may land outside its flight path due to an irregular problem. In such cases, the system may switch to a mode that does not check the aircraft's altitude. Furthermore, even during autonomous flight control, the system may switch to a mode that does not check the aircraft's altitude during landing, or at least some of the triggers for automatic deployment control may be different from those for cruising.
[0045] When deploying the parachute 12, a step may be provided before the parachute ejection step to stop the rotation of the motor 111 and propeller 110 of the aircraft in order to prevent the deployed umbrella members 13 and line members 14 from becoming unintentionally entangled.
[0046] Furthermore, it is desirable that the safety device 10 be positioned so as not to be hindered in its deployment. In conventional aircraft, configurations in which the safety device 10 is mounted vertically or at the top center of the aircraft during hovering or landing are widely known, as shown in Figures 8-12 and 16-19.
[0047] In such a configuration, even if the shape of the aircraft body is designed to minimize drag in a cruising attitude, the attachment of the safety device 10 may increase drag. In this case, the reduction in the aircraft's flight efficiency becomes significant.
[0048] In the aircraft according to the present invention, the drag generated by the safety device 10 is reduced during cruising compared to when the aircraft 100 is hovering or landing, thereby suppressing a decrease in flight efficiency during cruising.
[0049] For example, as shown in Figures 4 and 5, by setting the safety device 10 so that its projected area (i.e., frontal projected area) as viewed from the direction of travel during cruising flight is reduced compared to the attitude during hovering or landing, the drag during cruising flight can be reduced, and the decrease in flight efficiency can be suppressed.
[0050] If the external shape of the safety device 10 is a simple shape (for example, cylindrical, rectangular, or balusal shape), and the safety device is deployed from above, the vertical center line 15 that intersects the ejection section 11 of the safety device 10 approximately perpendicularly may be set such that it tilts in the opposite direction to the forward direction of the aircraft 100 (hereinafter referred to as the rear of the aircraft) when the aircraft 100 is hovering or landing, as illustrated in Figure 1. When the aircraft 100 assumes a cruising attitude, as illustrated in Figure 2, the angle of inclination of the safety device 10 toward the rear of the aircraft is reduced (i.e., the central axis of the safety device approaches the vertical direction), at least compared to when it is hovering or landing.
[0051] The angle at which the safety device 10 is tilted backward is preferably the same as or approximately the angle at which the aircraft 100 is displaced when it moves from a landing or hovering position to a cruising position. For example, if the cruising position of the aircraft 100 is tilted 20 degrees forward from the hovering or landing position, tilting the safety device 10 backward by 20 degrees minimizes its projected area from the direction of travel of the aircraft when it is cruising.
[0052] The safety device 10 may be installed on a safety device mounting section pre-installed on the aircraft so that it is at a predetermined angle when connected (for example, an inclined surface at a predetermined angle that the bottom surface of the safety device 10 contacts, or a support member that supports the safety device 10 at a predetermined angle), or, as illustrated in Figure 21, it may be connected using a connecting member 16 (a retrofitted safety device mounting section) for connecting to a surface with an inclination different from the predetermined angle (for example, a horizontal surface) at a predetermined angle. Aircraft designed with the assumption that a safety device will be connected are provided with a safety device mounting section that allows the safety device to be connected at a predetermined angle. However, when using an aircraft without a safety device mounting section, or when connecting a safety device to a general-purpose aircraft, it may be difficult to adjust the mounting angle of the safety device. By using a connecting member 16 that has an inclined surface so that the safety device to be connected is at a predetermined angle, it becomes possible to properly connect the safety device even to aircraft without a safety device mounting section. It is desirable that the connecting member 16 has sufficient strength to withstand the deployment of the safety device 10. For example, it may be made of the same material as the aircraft's frame or cover.
[0053] Furthermore, in existing aircraft and safety devices, a method of installing the safety device 10 on the outside of the cover of the aircraft body is widely known, as shown in Figures 17 and 19. However, it is difficult to give the safety device itself a shape that takes into account the aerodynamic characteristics suited to the cruising attitude of each aircraft, so the flight efficiency of an aircraft equipped with a safety device may deteriorate. As illustrated in Figures 1 and 20-22, by installing the safety device 10 so that it is partially or completely covered by the cover 50, the increase in drag of an aircraft equipped with a safety device can be suppressed.
[0054] As illustrated in Figures 23 and 24, in a configuration in which the injection section 11 of the safety device 10 is partially or completely covered by the cover 50, it is preferable that at least a part of the cover 50 be provided so as to be able to open, detach, or be damaged when the safety device is deployed, so as not to hinder the deployment of the safety device 10 (for example, the ejection of the parachute 12). This may be done by utilizing the force when the safety device is deployed (for example, the pressure from the pushed-out parachute), or by providing a step to act on the cover 50 in advance before the safety device is deployed. Alternatively, although there is a possibility that the waterproof and dustproof performance will be reduced, a configuration that does not hinder the deployment of the safety device 10 can be achieved by opening the cover 50 near the injection section 11 in advance.
[0055] <Details of the second embodiment>
[0056] In detail of the second embodiment according to the present invention, components that overlap with those in the first embodiment perform similar operations, so a further explanation will be omitted.
[0057] As illustrated in Figures 13-15, the safety device 10, as viewed from the direction of travel of the aircraft 100, may be positioned so that it overlaps with other components of the aircraft (e.g., the main body, arms, covers, battery, etc.) during cruising and landing. Compared to the case shown in Figures 16-19, where the safety device 10 is located at the top center of the aircraft, the increase in drag during hovering and cruising is suppressed.
[0058] The safety device 10 can be installed in a position where its center is offset to the rear, front, or side of the center of the aircraft 100. By installing the safety device 10 in a position where its projected area as viewed from the direction of travel when the aircraft 100 is in a cruising position does not increase, or the increase is minimized, it is possible to suppress the increase in drag. Since the control unit, battery, payload, etc. are generally installed in the center of the aircraft, by installing the safety device 10 at the rear of the aircraft, the safety device will be located behind these components when the aircraft 100 is cruising, thus efficiently suppressing the increase in drag.
[0059] In a configuration where the ejection part 11 of the safety device 10 is partially or completely covered by the cover 50, as illustrated in Figures 9 and 23, when the cover 50 of the aircraft 100 is made inverted-wing shape to reduce drag and make it difficult to generate lift during cruising, the safety device 10 is positioned so that its projected area is small during cruising, thereby reducing the undulation of the upper surface of the cover. For example, in the aircraft in Figure 9, if a cover is provided to cover the safety device 10, undulation occurs above the cover at the rear of the aircraft, leading to an increase in drag and lift during cruising. Also, in the case where the safety device 10 is provided behind the center of the aircraft 100, as illustrated in Figure 2, the thickness of the rear of the cover 50 can be reduced, making it possible to create a shape that is suitable for airflow rectification at the rear end of the cover 50.
[0060] Autonomous aircraft are being considered and implemented for use in various industries in recent years (e.g., inspection, surveying, photography, surveillance, agriculture, disaster prevention, etc.). By incorporating safety devices while preventing a decrease in flight efficiency, it is expected that operations will be possible in environments above people and structures without degrading flight performance, while improving the safety of people and objects in the surrounding area.
[0061] The configuration of the aircraft in each embodiment can be implemented by combining multiple components. It is desirable to consider the most suitable configuration as appropriate, taking into account the cost of manufacturing the aircraft and the environment and characteristics of the place where the aircraft will be operated.
[0062] The embodiments described above are merely illustrative to facilitate understanding of the present invention and are not intended to limit its interpretation. The present invention can be modified and improved without departing from its spirit, and it goes without saying that the present invention includes equivalents thereof. [Explanation of symbols]
[0063] 10 Safety equipment 11 Injection part 12 Parachute 13 Umbrella parts 14 Line components 15 Center line 16 Connecting Member 40 landing gear 50 Covers 100 flying objects 110a~110f Propeller 111a~111f Motor 112 ESC 120 Flight Division 121 Main body 1000 batteries 1001 Flight Controller 1002 Sensors 1003 Gimbal 1004 Transmitter / Receiver 1006 Transmitter / Receiver (Radio Control Unit)
Claims
1. An aircraft equipped with a safety device to reduce the rate of fall, The aforementioned safety device is mounted at an angle that reduces drag during flight compared to during landing or hovering. An aircraft characterized by the following features.
2. The safety device reduces the frontal projected area during travel compared to when the device is in a landing or hovering state. The flying object according to feature 1.
3. In a landed or hovering state, The centerline of the aforementioned safety device is inclined toward the rear of the aircraft. The flying body according to feature 1 or 2.
4. The inclination angle of the centerline of the aforementioned safety device is, The aircraft's forward tilt angle and size during cruising are the same or similar. The flying object according to feature 3.
5. The aforementioned safety device includes a parachute. The aircraft according to any one of features 1 to 4.
6. In a landed or hovering state, The center of the safety device is located behind the center of the aircraft. The flying body according to any one of claims 1 to 5.
7. In a landed or hovering state, The center of the safety device is forward of the center of the aircraft. The flying body according to any one of claims 1 to 5.
8. In a landed or hovering state, The center of the safety device is laterally to the center of the aircraft. The flying body according to any one of claims 1 to 5.
9. The safety device is at least partially covered by a cover provided on the aircraft. The aircraft according to any one of features 1 to 8.
10. The cover is provided with a portion that opens or falls off when the safety device is deployed. The flying vehicle according to feature 9.
11. A safety device mounted on an aircraft to reduce its falling speed, It is mounted at an angle that reduces drag on the aircraft in a moving state compared to a landed or hovering state. A safety device characterized by the following features.