3D Motion-Based Unmanned Maneuver Control for Precision Landing

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing unmanned systems face challenges in precision landing and placement due to complex wind conditions, and current methods for real-time target ISR and CBRNE data collection are prone to error and interrupt the user's workflow.

Innovation Solution

The unmanned system maneuver controller (USMC) includes an inertial navigation system (INS) for state estimation, a communications device for data exchange with the unmanned system, and a processor that generates flight control instructions based on received data and INS data, allowing the unmanned system to be controlled through the motion of a weapon or device.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If supplemental devices are used to gauge wind speed and direction, then wind measurement capability is improved, but measurement precision deteriorates due to user interpretation errors

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvewind measurement capabilityVSAvoidwind speed and direction accuracy

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSMeasurement precision

Solution Approach 1:

The patent replaces manual supplemental devices requiring user interpretation with an automated weather data system that electronically receives and processes wind speed and direction data from atmospheric sensors, eliminating human interpretation errors and improving measurement precision

Inventive Principle:

Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent introduces an atmospheric sensor as an intermediary device between the environment and the control system, which objectively measures wind conditions and transmits data electronically to the processor without requiring direct user observation or interpretation

Inventive Principle:

Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

2Productivity

If airborne sensors are used for real-time data collection, then ISR and CBRNE data gathering capability is improved, but operational complexity increases due to manual control requirements

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvereal-time data collection capabilityVSAvoidmanual control workflow

Core Design Contradiction:

ProductivityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent enables the unmanned system to autonomously navigate to target coordinates and automatically position airborne sensors without requiring continuous manual control, allowing the system to serve itself in data collection operations while maintaining real-time capabilities

Inventive Principle:

Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The patent allows users to pre-set target coordinates and sensor positioning parameters before deployment, enabling the unmanned system to automatically execute the data collection mission without requiring real-time manual intervention during critical operations

Inventive Principle:

Principle #10Preliminary action

3Manufacturing precision

If precision landing is attempted in complex wind conditions, then placement accuracy is improved, but control difficulty increases due to environmental forces

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvelanding placement accuracyVSAvoidcontrol difficulty

Core Design Contradiction:

Manufacturing precisionVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements a feedback control system where the processor continuously receives wind speed and direction data from atmospheric sensors, automatically calculates compensation values, and adjusts the unmanned system's flight path in real-time to maintain precision landing capability despite complex wind conditions

Inventive Principle:

Principle #23Feedback

Solution Approach 2:

The patent dynamically changes flight control parameters based on real-time atmospheric data, adjusting velocity, trajectory, and positioning commands to compensate for wind forces and maintain landing accuracy without requiring manual control adjustments

Inventive Principle:

Principle #35Parameter changes

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

This solution enables precise control of unmanned systems in complex environments, reduces errors in real-time data collection, and allows for remote, uninterrupted operation, enhancing mission efficiency and accuracy.

Implementation Method 1

an inertial navigation system (INS) for state estimation of the USMC in three-dimensional (3D) space

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectInertial navigation: Inertia

Data Source

PatentUS12242284B2Unmanned system maneuver controller systems and methods

Publication Date: 2025.03.04 KNIGHTWERX INC

AI summary

An unmanned system maneuver controller (USMC) includes an inertial navigation system (INS) for state estimation of the USMC in three-dimensional (3D) space, a communications device configured to communicate with an unmanned system, and a processor configured to receive, via the communications device, flight, maneuver, or dive data from the unmanned system, and generate flight, maneuver, or dive control instructions based at least on the flight, maneuver, or dive data and data received from the INS. The flight, maneuver, or dive control instructions are configured to pilot the unmanned system based on movement of the USMC in 3D space. A remote may selectively control an operation of the USMC. The USMC may be mounted to a weapon or observation device, such that movement of the weapon or observation device in 3D space controls a movement of the unmanned system. Additional systems and associated methods are also provided.