Abstract

A modular aerial vehicle for inspection of enclosed and open space environments. The aerial vehicle is employed for inspection of various environments in remotely controlled and autonomous fashions. The aerial vehicle is capable of carrying different sensory modules depending on the specific application including surface inspection. Aerial vehicle may be connected to a tether cable for electrical power delivery and transmission of control commands. The aerial vehicle may utilize a landing structure which allows landing on any angled metallic or non-metallic surface.

IPC Classes  ?

• B64C 25/32 - Alighting gear characterised by elements which contact the ground or similar surface
• B64C 39/02 - Aircraft not otherwise provided for characterised by special use
• B64F 3/02 - Ground installations specially adapted for captive aircraft with means for supplying electricity to aircraft during flight

Abstract

There are herein described embodiments of a modular aerial vehicle and methods of use for inspection of enclosed and open space environments. Aerial vehicle is employed for inspection of various environments in remotely controlled and autonomous fashions. Aerial vehicle is capable of carrying different sensory modules depending on the specific application including surface inspection. Aerial vehicle may be connected to a tether cable for electrical power delivery and transmission of control commands. The aerial vehicle may utilize a landing structure which allows landing on any angled metallic or non-metallic surface.

IPC Classes  ?

• B64F 1/12 - Ground or aircraft-carrier-deck installations for anchoring aircraft
• B64C 25/00 - Alighting gear
• B64C 39/02 - Aircraft not otherwise provided for characterised by special use
• B64F 3/00 - Ground installations specially adapted for captive aircraft
• G01N 21/00 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of optical means, i.e. using sub-millimetre waves, infrared, visible or ultraviolet light

Abstract

There are herein described embodiments of a modular aerial vehicle and methods of use for inspection of enclosed and open space environments. Aerial vehicle is employed for inspection of various environments in remotely controlled and autonomous fashions. Aerial vehicle is capable of carrying different sensory modules depending on the specific application including surface inspection. Aerial vehicle may be connected to a tether cable for electrical power delivery and transmission of control commands. The aerial vehicle may utilize a landing structure which allows landing on any angled metallic or non-metallic surface.

IPC Classes  ?

• B64C 25/00 - Alighting gear
• B64F 1/12 - Ground or aircraft-carrier-deck installations for anchoring aircraft
• B64F 3/00 - Ground installations specially adapted for captive aircraft
• G01N 21/00 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of optical means, i.e. using sub-millimetre waves, infrared, visible or ultraviolet light