UAV Kit Base Unit with Stand-by Connector for One-Hand Operation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing UAV systems are not portable enough and pose safety risks due to their size and required support equipment, limiting their use by individual law enforcement or soldiers for real-time situational awareness in hostile environments.
Innovation Solution
A compact UAV kit designed for one-hand operation, featuring a base unit with compartments for UAVs and a control unit, including a stand-by connector for charging and software updates, and fastening devices for secure attachment and easy detachment, allowing for efficient storage and deployment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If UAV systems include complete support equipment (transport cases, ground control station, displays, antennas, refuelling/recharging systems), then operational capability is improved, but portability deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple support functions (charging, data transfer, software updates) into a single integrated base unit that automatically connects to the UAV via a stand-by connector. This merging eliminates the need for separate transport cases, ground control stations, and charging equipment, resolving the contradiction between operational capability and portability.
Solution Approach 2:
The base unit serves multiple functions simultaneously: it charges the UAV battery, transfers data, updates software, and provides mechanical support. This multi-functionality allows a single compact device to replace traditional bulky support equipment, enabling reliable operation while maintaining portability for individual soldiers or law enforcement personnel.
2Reliability
If UAV systems are designed for shared resource operation by dedicated units, then operational control is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The system enables self-service operation where the UAV automatically connects to the base unit via the stand-by connector for charging and data transfer without requiring manual intervention. The fastening devices automatically secure the UAV during storage and release it for operation, allowing individual users to operate the system independently without dedicated support personnel.
3Stability of the object's composition
If UAVs are secured firmly to the base unit, then storage stability is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The fastening devices provide dynamic attachment that adapts to different operational states: during storage, they firmly secure the UAV to the base unit for stability; during operation, they easily release to allow quick deployment. This dynamic behavior resolves the contradiction between storage stability and ease of operation.
Data Source
AI summary
The embodiments herein disclose a personal UAV kit for storing, preparing and remote control of micro UAVs (40). The UAV kit includes a base unit (10), a control unit (30) and at least one UAV. The UAVs can typically be a winged aircraft with foldable wings or a helicopter with a two-bladed or foldable rotor. The base unit comprises UAV compartments for housing at least one UAV, bay (14) for storing the control unit, batteries and electronic components for charging, communication, control and processing and storing of data. In addition, the system includes an eye near display device for viewing system information and sensor data, typically live video, transmitted from the UAV.