Rakuten Group has been granted a patent for an unmanned aerial vehicle with a unique delivery mechanism. The vehicle includes a winding machine, electromagnet, battery, and holding mechanism to securely deliver packages using magnetic attraction force. GlobalData’s report on Rakuten Group gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Drone with magnetic delivery system for aerial transportation
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11993379B2) discloses an unmanned aerial vehicle equipped with innovative features for delivery target transportation. The aerial vehicle includes a winding machine capable of winding and unwinding a linear member, an electromagnet in the end portion of the linear member to generate a magnetic attraction force, a battery to power the electromagnet, and a holding mechanism to secure the delivery target using the magnetic force. The vehicle also features an end control circuit to manage the power supply to the electromagnet and a misalignment recognition unit to ensure proper alignment between the electromagnet and the attraction-responsive part.
Furthermore, the patent describes an aerial vehicle control system that includes the unmanned aerial vehicle and a control device. The control device comprises controllers for the winding machine, magnetic attraction force, and holding mechanism. The system allows for remote control of the aerial vehicle, enabling communication between a local control device on the vehicle and a remote control device located away from the vehicle. Additionally, the patent outlines delivery target transportation methods using the unmanned aerial vehicle, detailing the process of unwinding the linear member, generating magnetic attraction force, detecting coupling between components, and holding the delivery target securely during transportation. These methods offer a novel approach to aerial delivery systems, enhancing efficiency and precision in target transportation.
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