Polyhedral Rotorcraft Modules for Stable Payload Orientation

The aircraft is divided into multiple independent modules (at least two modules with separate propellers) that can be controlled independently. This segmentation allows the system to decouple position stabilization from orientation control, enabling payload orientation to remain constant while achieving position control through differential thrust from individual modules.

The patent employs universal standardized interfaces and common module designs that can be used across different UAS configurations. The same basic modules (with polyhedral cage structures, connectors, and propellers) can be assembled in various combinations to create different aircraft configurations for different applications, while maintaining a common parts inventory that simplifies maintenance and reduces costs.

The patent implements redundancy at the module level rather than requiring complete system duplication. Each module is designed as a self-contained unit with its own propeller and control capabilities. The loss of one module creates a localized failure that can be compensated by the remaining modules through differential thrust control, providing fault tolerance without requiring every component to be fully redundant.

The patent uses polyhedral cage structures (such as dodecahedral or icosahedral geometries) with asymmetric connector placements. These geometric forms provide multiple connection points in three-dimensional space, enabling diverse module arrangements and configurations. The asymmetric nature of the polyhedral shapes with strategically placed connectors allows for stable structural assemblies in various orientations while maintaining structural integrity.