UAV Delivery Interception Using 5G Telemetry From Connected Vehicles
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) are unable to deliver goods to individuals on the move, such as those traveling in connected vehicles, as they lack the capability to intercept and deliver packages while the vehicle is in transit.
Innovation Solution
A 5G antenna is mounted on the connected vehicle, enabling real-time telemetry and data communication with UAVs, allowing them to determine an optimal route to intercept the vehicle and deliver packages while it is in motion, using speed and direction data to synchronize the delivery.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If conventional UAVs are used for delivery, then they can deliver goods to stationary locations, but they cannot deliver goods to moving vehicles
Solution Approach 1:
The system dynamically adjusts the UAV's flight path and speed based on real-time vehicle telemetry data (speed, direction, location). The delivery route is continuously updated to intercept the moving vehicle at the optimal point, transforming a static delivery model into a dynamic tracking and interception model that adapts to the vehicle's motion.
Solution Approach 2:
The system establishes real-time communication between the connected vehicle and UAV through 5G connectivity. Vehicle telemetry data (speed, direction, location) is continuously transmitted to the UAV, enabling the UAV to receive feedback about the vehicle's state and adjust its interception strategy accordingly, ensuring reliable delivery to the moving target.
2Loss of time
If real-time vehicle tracking is implemented, then optimal interception route can be determined, but data communication infrastructure is required
Solution Approach 1:
The system leverages the existing 5G communication infrastructure already present in connected vehicles for its primary function (vehicle control and monitoring) and extends it to serve the additional function of UAV coordination for delivery. This multi-functional use of the existing communication system avoids adding dedicated hardware while enabling real-time tracking and route optimization.
3Speed
If UAV intercepts vehicle in motion, then delivery speed is improved, but synchronization precision is required
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary calculations to determine the optimal interception point and timing before the UAV reaches the vehicle. By using real-time vehicle telemetry data (speed, direction, location), the system pre-computes the interception trajectory and adjusts it dynamically, ensuring the UAV arrives at the precise synchronization point for successful delivery while maintaining high speed.
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AI summary
Methods are provided for delivering goods to a connected vehicle using unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Upon receiving a request comprising instructions to deliver a package to a customer, a connection is established between the connected vehicle paired to a user device and the UAV authorized to deliver the package to an interface of the connected vehicle. The connection enables data corresponding to the connected vehicle to be communicated to the UAV. In aspect, the data comprises speed and direction of the connected vehicle allowing an optimal route to intercept the connected vehicle to be determined.