Training system for tethered drones

Abstract

This invention relates to a training system for tethered drones. The system primarily consists of a series of sequentially connected modules: a joystick operation practice unit, a reaction training unit, a hands-on training unit, and an assessment unit. The joystick operation practice unit allows trainees to practice operation methods, directionality, and control movements using a joystick. The reaction training unit is equipped with various scientifically quantifiable aids to train trainees' reaction abilities. The hands-on training unit allows trainees to use the tethered drone for training, focusing on improving the drone's hovering accuracy and the finesse of its control across different degrees of freedom. Various training and assessment units are based on standardized assessment criteria, allowing trainees to undergo various assessments and receive scores. This enables the tracking of each trainee's learning progress. Standardizing the training process allows instructors to teach according to a standard curriculum, enabling trainees to progress gradually from basic to advanced levels. It also avoids the influence and limitations of location and weather conditions, reduces drone damage, and allows for standardized assessment of trainees, effectively identifying their weaknesses and learning status. This enhances the overall practicality and effectiveness of the training program.

Claims

1. A training system for a tethered unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), which mainly includes a training system; wherein: This training system comprises a series of sequentially connected units: a joystick operation practice unit, a reaction training unit, a hands-on training unit, and an assessment and scoring unit. The joystick operation practice unit allows trainees to practice operating the joystick, controlling direction, and maneuvering. The reaction training unit is equipped with various scientifically designed quantifiable aids to train trainees' reaction abilities. The hands-on training unit allows trainees to use tethered drones for training in hovering, controlling the drone with varying degrees of freedom, and finesse. The assessment and scoring unit establishes standardized assessment criteria for trainees to complete various assessments, which are then scored to monitor each trainee's learning progress.

2. The training system for the tethered unmanned aerial vehicle as described in claim 1, wherein, The quantitative aid can be any one of a visual reaction trainer, a throttle reaction trainer, a fixed reaction trainer, or an operational reaction trainer.

3. The training system for the tethered unmanned aerial vehicle as described in claim 1, wherein, This quantitative aid can be a combination of visual reaction trainers, throttle reaction trainers, fixed reaction trainers, and operational reaction trainers.

4. A training system for a tethered unmanned aerial vehicle as described in claim 2 or 3, wherein, This visual response trainer helps trainees strengthen their visual-coordinated muscle response abilities.

5. A training system for a tethered unmanned aerial vehicle as described in claim 2 or 3, wherein, This throttle response trainer helps trainees improve their muscle sensitivity in controlling minimum momentum.

6. A training system for a tethered unmanned aerial vehicle as described in claim 2 or 3, wherein, This fixed reaction trainer consists of a frame mounted on a base and supported by a bracket. A drone is positioned in the middle of the frame, and the frame and the drone are connected by a connecting rod. This fixed reaction trainer can enhance trainees' ability to accurately control pitch, roll, and yaw.

7. A training system for a tethered unmanned aerial vehicle as described in claim 2 or 3, wherein, This fixed reaction trainer consists of a telescopic rod mounted on a base, with a drone pivotally mounted at the upper end of the telescopic rod. This fixed reaction trainer can enhance trainees' ability to precisely control pitch, roll, and yaw.

8. A training system for a tethered unmanned aerial vehicle as described in claim 2 or 3, wherein, This operational reaction trainer is connected to a drone via a power supply tether to simulate real challenges, requiring trainees to rely solely on their manual control skills to respond flexibly.

9. A training system for a tethered unmanned aerial vehicle as described in claim 8, wherein, This drone is a low-assisted drone.

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