Sierra Nevada has been granted a patent for a dual-use UAV featuring a fuselage with modular interfaces for interchangeable ISR and cargo units. The design allows enhanced operational capabilities, including coordinated video surveillance and cargo delivery, facilitated by a primary processor and standardized interfaces for easy modular changes. GlobalData’s report on Sierra Nevada gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Sierra Nevada, IoT network security was a key innovation area identified from patents. Sierra Nevada's grant share as of July 2024 was 56%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Dual-use modular unmanned aerial vehicle (uav) system
The granted patent US12071240B2 describes a dual-use unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) designed for both intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) operations and cargo delivery. The UAV features a fuselage with two integrally formed interfaces: a forward positioned interface for a modular ISR unit and a rearward positioned interface for a modular cargo unit. The UAV is equipped with an electrical power source and a primary processor that manages the operation of the UAV. The first modular ISR unit includes a video camera mounted on a gimbal, while a second modular ISR unit can be added, allowing for coordinated camera movements. The rearward interface can interchangeably accommodate different cargo units, enabling the UAV to adapt to various mission requirements.
The primary processor plays a crucial role in the UAV's functionality, as it identifies which cargo unit is attached and adjusts the behavior of the ISR unit accordingly. It can also direct the UAV to specific delivery locations and manage the release of cargo pods. This capability allows the UAV to perform complex tasks, such as coordinating the interaction between the ISR unit and the cargo unit, and ensuring that the first video camera can effectively identify delivery locations. Overall, the patent outlines a versatile UAV system that enhances operational efficiency in both surveillance and logistics applications.
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