DK202200067U3 - A CABLE-OPERATED TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM FOR AN AIRCRAFT - Google Patents

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to means of transport for aircraft and describes a cable-driven transport system (100) for an aircraft. The system (100) comprises a structure (20) defined by a plurality of columns with electrically conductive cables (30A, 30B) spanning thereover. The aircraft (60) comprises a body, propulsion means provided in the body for propelling the aircraft (60) on the cables (30A, 30B), current collection means (50) for engaging the cables (30A, 30B) to draw electric current from the cables (30A, 30B) and transfer the drawn current to the propulsion means, and a removable battery (62) coupled to provide power to the propulsion means when the vessel (60) is disconnected from the system (100).

Description

DK 202200067 U3

A CABLE-OPERATED TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM FOR AN AIRCRAFT

TERRITORY

The present presentation concerns means of transport for aircraft.

BACKGROUND

The background information below relates to the present disclosure, but is not necessarily prior art. — Traditional means of air transport use airplanes or helicopters, which require the use of extensive infrastructure when in use. Providing a solution for transport with the available means often requires complex planning. Furthermore, the time frame for the implementation of this planning is quite long. In a rapidly developing world, the time required to complete any transport-related project is a crucial parameter. Furthermore, it is necessary that the number of persons/objects to be transported is suitably proportioned in order to justify the costs and space requirements associated with the operation of the vessel. As a result, the traditional means of air transport do not serve remote areas which are far from the designated stops.

However, some means of transport can reach remote operational areas to deliver goods. However, setting up the infrastructure for such transport is associated with high costs. It has also been shown that setting up the infrastructure for these means of transport becomes very complicated when bodies of water, terrain or the like have to be crossed to get to these remote areas. Conventional means of transport cannot therefore connect these areas from start to finish.

There is therefore a need for a cable-driven transportation system for an aircraft which alleviates the aforementioned problems.

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PURPOSE

Some of the objectives of the present disclosure, which at least one embodiment herein fulfills, are as follows:

An object of the present disclosure is to provide a cable-driven transport system.

Another object of the present disclosure is to provide a cable driven transportation system that is fast, cost effective and economical.

Another purpose of the present presentation is to provide a cable-driven transport system that removes the need for complex infrastructure.

Another object of the present disclosure is to provide a cable-driven transportation system that has a means of transportation that can reach all corners of residential, commercial, and recreational areas.

Another purpose of the present presentation is to provide a cable-driven transport system that has the potential to be used as public transport.

An object of the present disclosure is to provide a cable-driven transport system that has a long range.

Another object of the present disclosure is to provide a cable-driven transport system that can be used to transport medicine and emergency supplies.

Yet another object of the present disclosure is to provide a cable-driven transportation system connecting these areas from start to finish.

Another purpose of the present disclosure is to provide a cable-driven transport system that can efficiently handle and deliver goods.

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Another object of the present disclosure is to provide a cable-driven transportation system that has an ergonomic design with modern facilities for passenger comfort.

Other purposes and advantages of the present presentation will appear more clearly from the following description, which is not intended to limit the scope of the presentation.

SUMMARY

The present presentation relates to a cable-driven transport system for an aircraft.

The system itself consists of a structure with several columns, which are erected along a predefined path, as well as electrically conductive cables that span the columns.

The aircraft consists of a body, propulsion coming from the body and power collection means extending from the body. The body is made to accommodate people and/or objects. The propulsion is made to be able to drive — the vessel on the cables. The power harvesting means are made to draw current from the cables. The power collection means are connected to the driving force, so that the energy from the cables is transferred here. The vessel also consists of at least one removable battery which is connected to the drive. The battery is made to provide energy for the propulsion when the vessel is disconnected from the system.

To give an example of an embodiment, the power collection methods include a commutator made to sit on the cables, in an operative configuration thereof, to conduct current from the cables.

To give another exemplary embodiment, the commutator is made to be electrically coupled with the drive to transfer current to the drive.

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To give another example of an embodiment, the commutator is coupled to the driving force by means of some form of tether.

In another embodiment, the propulsion includes at least one propeller attached to the body to maneuver the vessel 1 an operational configuration thereof.

In another embodiment, the drive comprises at least one actuation means for actuating the propeller.

In one embodiment, the commutator includes a guide wheel that is made to allow displacement of the location of the commutator on the cables when the vessel is operated on the cables.

In another embodiment, the commutator is made to be folded into an inoperative configuration by the power harvesting means. The commutator is also made to be unfolded in an operative configuration of the power collection means.

In yet another embodiment, the power harvesting means are coupled to the battery to transfer energy to the battery.

In the ten embodiment, the battery is charged using the conductive cables.

In yet another embodiment, the battery is charged wirelessly.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE ACCOMPANYING DRAWING

A cable-driven transport system 1 the present disclosure will now be described by means of the accompanying drawing 1 which:

Figure 1 and Figure 2 show an overview of a cable-driven transport system, 1 in accordance with an embodiment described in the present disclosure.

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LIST OF REFERENCE NUMBERS

100 — System - Road 20 - Structure 5 30A, 30B — Cable(s) 40 — Contact surface/ Commutator 40A, 40B - Electromagnetic strips 45 — Power cables 50 — Power collection means 10 — 60 - Vessel 62 — Battery 63 — Motor 65 - Propeller ) 70 - Transformer

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

Embodiments of the present disclosure will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawing.

The purpose of the execution models is to thoroughly and completely describe the scope of the current presentation for professionals in the field. Numerous details related to specific components and methods are provided to provide a complete understanding

6 DK 202200067 U3 of the embodiments in the present presentation. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the details set forth in the embodiment should not be construed as limiting the present disclosure. In some embodiments, particular process-specific apparatus structures and unique techniques are not described in detail.

The terminology used in the present disclosure is for the sole purpose of describing a particular embodiment, and such terminology should not be construed as limiting the scope of the present disclosure. Where forms such as "a", "an" or "the/it" are used in this presentation, these may also be intended to include the plural forms as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. The terms "consist of", "comprise", "include" and "have" are open transitional phrases and therefore specify the presence of indicated functions, steps, operations, elements, modules, units and/or components, but do not prohibit the presence of additions of a or more features, steps, operations, elements, components and or groups thereof. The exact order of the steps that appear in the method and process in the present presentation should not be considered as a requirement that the method be exactly the same as described or illustrated. It should also be understood that additional or alternative steps may be used.

When an element is said to be "mounted on," "coupled with," "connected to," or m— "coupled to" another element, it may be directly on top of, coupled to, connected to, or coupled to another element. As used herein, the terms "and/or" include any or all combinations of one or more of the listed elements.

Terms such as "inner", "outer", "under", "below", "lower", "above", "upper" and the like may be used in this presentation to describe the relationship between various — elements depicted in the figures.

A cable-driven transport system (100) for an aircraft (60) in this presentation will now be described with reference to Figure 1 and Figure 2.

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In one embodiment, the aircraft (60) is an unmanned aerial vehicle (60).

The system (100) consists of a structure (20) defined by a plurality of columns erected along a predefined path (10). In one embodiment, the structure (20) is a fence.

The system (100) also consists of electrically conductive cables (30A, 30B) which span between the columns. In one embodiment, the structure (20) includes pole transformers (70).

The conductive cables (30A, 30B) include a positive cable and ground cable.

In one embodiment, the electrically conductive cables (30A, 30B) are made of conductive materials selected from a group consisting of copper, aluminum, iron, steel, nickel, tin and the like. The cables (30A, 30B) are made to be connected to an AC source such as the transformer (70), or a DC source such as solar panels, DC generators, battery (62), power storage systems (100), etc. In one embodiment, The AC source or the DC source mounted on the columns. In one embodiment, electric poles or street light poles can be adapted to function around the structure (20) in those places, such as in remote areas, where it may be difficult to provide an entirely new structure (20).

The vessel (60) consists of a body that can accommodate people and/or objects. The vessel (60) also consists of propulsion, power collection means (50) and at least one removable battery (62). The propulsion is on the body, and is configured to drive the vessel (60) on the cables (30A, 30B). The force collecting means (50) are made to extend from the bodywork. The power collection means (50) are made to engage with the cables (30A, 30B) and draw current from the cables (30A, 30B).

The force collection means (50) are coupled to the driving force, so that the energy from the cables is transferred to it. The battery (62) is connected to the drive. The battery (62) is made to provide energy for the propulsion when the vessel (60) is disconnected from the system (100).

In one embodiment, the battery (62) assists in the propulsion of the vessel (60) in remote areas or 1 case of obstacles such as bodies of water, roads,

8 DK 202200067 U3 railway crossings which break the continuity of the structure and which cause the vessel (60) to be disconnected from the system. In another embodiment, the battery (62) assists in the propulsion of the vessel when the system (100) has a power failure. In yet another embodiment, the battery (62) is configured to propel the vessel 1 for a minimum of 30 minutes (the capacity of the battery may vary depending on the external load that may be placed on the vessel (60)).

In one embodiment, the power harvesting means (50) includes a commutator (40) made to sit on the cables (30A, 30B), 1 an operative configuration thereof, to direct current from the cables (30A, 30B). In another embodiment, the commutator (40) is made to be electrically coupled with the drive to transfer power to the drive.

In one embodiment, the commutator (40) is additionally provided with electromagnetic strips (40A, 40B) designed to ensure continuous and stable contact with the cables (30A, 30B). More specifically, the electromagnetic strips (40A, 40B) are made to generate an electromagnetic force of attraction to the cables (30A, 30B) to control the movement of the commutator (40) along the cables (30A, 30B). In yet another embodiment, the cables (30A, 30B) are made of a ferromagnetic material.

In another embodiment, the commutator (40) includes at least a mechanism with a pair of foldable legs configured to connect the commutator (40) to the vessel (60). This mechanism allows the vessel (60) to be raised or lowered to increase or decrease the distance of the vessel (60) from the commutator (40). In yet another embodiment, the leg mechanism is connected to motors configured to be actuated to actuate the mechanism.

The commutator (40) is configured to draw either alternating current or direct current 1 according to the type of power supply available 1 the => subject area.

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In another embodiment, the commutator (40) is coupled to the driving force by means of a form of tether (45). In yet another embodiment, the tether (45) is a power cable comprising a positive lead and a ground lead which ensures the transfer of electrical energy from the commutator (40) to the drive. — The driving force is configured to enable displacement of the vessel (60) on the cable until the power collection means (50) draw electrical energy from the cables (30A, 30B).

In one embodiment, the propulsion includes at least one propeller (65) mounted on top of the body. The propeller (65) is configured to maneuver the vessel (60) 1 an operational configuration thereof. The propeller (65) is configured to provide — the driving force required to propel the vessel (60). In one embodiment, the propulsion includes a plurality of turbines for maneuvering the vessel (60).

Another embodiment includes the driving force as at least one actuating means that actuates the propeller (65). In yet another embodiment, the activation means a motor (63).

In one embodiment, the commutator (40) includes guide wheels configured to allow displacement of the location of the commutator (40) on the cables (30A, 30B) when the vessel (60) is operated on the cables (30A, 30B). In another embodiment, the commutator (40) includes rollers or guide blocks for the displacement of the cables (30A, 30B).

In one embodiment, the driving force is controlled by a control unit. In another embodiment, a single unit is configured to control a plurality of vessel (60) movements.

In an inoperative configuration of the force collection means (50), ie. during the start-up stage of the vessel (60), the commutator (40) is configured to be folded inside the vessel (60). Conversely, in an operative configuration of the force collection means (50), — ie. during the landing phase of the craft (60), the commutator (40) is configured to be released from the craft (60). In one embodiment, the vessel (60) includes a space for

10 DK 202200067 U3 the commutator (40). This space allows the commutator (40) to be folded and mounted therein.

In one embodiment, the power harvesting means (50) are coupled to the battery (62) to transfer energy to the battery (62). In another embodiment, the battery (62) is charged using conductive cables. In yet another embodiment, the battery (62) is charged wirelessly.

In one embodiment, the body of the vessel (60) is made of a fire-retardant and waterproof material. In the event that the vessel (60) is configured to transport people, the vessel (60) has an ergonomic design with facilities to ensure passenger comfort. In one embodiment, the passenger capacity of the vessel (60) is between one and a minimum of 10. In another embodiment, the vessel (60) is available 1 different models/configurations that meet the different needs in connection with the transportation of passengers, perishable or long-lasting, refrigerated or medical goods.

In one embodiment, use is made of both a driver driven mode as well as autopilot when operating the vessel (60). In another embodiment, the craft (60) is configured to be in continuous communication with ground stations throughout its journey and is configured to be controlled using Hi-Tech Al machinery.

The system (100) and vehicle (60) eliminate the need for the complicated and expensive infrastructure required for vehicular traffic. Moreover, if the system (100) and the vessel (60) remove traffic restrictions and at the same time provide for connecting areas from start to finish.

The foregoing description of the embodiments is for illustration purposes and is not intended to limit the scope of the present disclosure. The individual components of the subject embodiment are generally not

1 DK 202200067 U3 limited to this particular embodiment, and are, on the contrary, interchangeable. Such variations should not be considered a deviation from the present presentation, all such variations are considered to be within the scope of the present presentation.

TECHNICAL PROGRESS

The present disclosure described hereinabove contains several technical advances, including but not limited to a cable-driven transportation system for an aircraft that: e is fast, cost-effective and economical, e eliminates the need for complicated and expensive infrastructure, e can be powered by renewable energy, e removes traffic restrictions, e ensures areas connected end to end, e can deliver goods as well as passengers, and e has an ergonomic design with modern facilities for passenger comfort.

The previous presentation has been described with reference to the accompanying embodiments, which do not limit the scope and scope of the presentation. The description that has been presented is solely for the purpose of providing an example and illustration. > The embodiments herein and the various functions and advantageous details are described with reference to the non-limiting embodiments in the following description. Descriptions of well-known components and processing techniques are omitted so as not to unnecessarily complicate the embodiments. The examples

12 DK 202200067 U3 used herein is intended solely to provide an understanding of the ways in which the embodiments herein may be practiced and further to enable those skilled in the art to practice the embodiments herein. Therefore, the examples should not be construed as limiting the scope of the embodiments herein.

The foregoing description of the specific embodiments provides a complete understanding of the general nature of the embodiments herein, so that others may readily, using current knowledge, modify and/or adapt such specific embodiments for various uses without departing from the general principle, and, therefore, such adaptations and changes are and should be intended to be included in the meaning and scope of equivalents to the presented embodiments. It is understood that the phraseology or terminology used herein is intended to describe and not to limit. Therefore, while the embodiments herein have been described in terms of preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should recognize that the embodiments herein may be practiced in modified form and still fall within the scope and scope of the investigational embodiments as described herein.

Although considerable emphasis has been placed herein on the components and component parts of the preferred embodiments, it is clear that multiple embodiments may be used and many changes may be made to the preferred embodiments without departing from the principles of the disclosure. These and other changes in the preferred embodiments as well as other embodiments will be apparent to those skilled in the art of the disclosure, whereby it is to be emphasized that the foregoing description is to be understood solely as an illustration of the disclosure and not as a limitation.

Claims (11)

13 DK 202200067 U3 REQUIREMENTS: 1. A cable-driven transport system (100) for an aircraft (60), said system (100) comprising: e a structure (20) defined by a plurality of columns which are erected along a predefined path (10) and electrically conductive cables (30A) , 30B) which spans these columns, and said aircraft (60) comprising: e a body which may contain persons and/or objects, e a motive force in said body, said motive force being configured to propel said vessel (60) on the aforesaid cables (30A, 30B), e power collection means (50) extending from the aforesaid body, power collection means (50) configured to engage with the cables (30A, 30B), to draw electric current from the cables (30A, 30B), aforesaid power harvesting means (50) coupled to said drive for the transfer of energy drawn thereto, and at least one removable battery (62) coupled to said drive, said battery (62) configured to provide energy to the drive , when said vessel (60) is disconnected from said system (100). 2. The transportation system (100) for the aircraft (60) as set forth in claim 1, wherein the power collection means (50) comprises a commutator (40) configured to engage with aforesaid conductive cables (30A, 30B) in an operative configuration thereof to pull energy from the aforementioned cables (30A, 30B). 3. The transportation system (100) for an aircraft (60) as set forth in claim 2, wherein said commutator (40) is configured to be electrically coupled to said drive to transfer energy to said drive. 14 DK 202200067 U3 4. The transport system (100) for an aircraft (60), which appears in claim 3, in which the aforementioned commutator (40) is coupled to the aforementioned driving force by means of a tether (45). 5. The transportation system (100) for the aircraft (60) as set forth in claim 1, wherein the aforesaid motive force comprises at least one propeller (65) mounted on the body to maneuver the aforesaid aircraft (60) in an operational configuration thereof. 6. The transport system (100) for an aircraft (60), which appears in claim 5, where the aforementioned driving force comprises at least one activation means for the aforementioned propeller (65). 7. The transportation system (100) for an aircraft (60) as set forth in claim 1, wherein said commutator (40) comprises steering wheels configured to enable displacement of said commutator (40) on said cables (30A, 30B) when said vehicle ( 60) is propelled on the aforementioned cables (30A, 30B). 8. The transportation system (100) for an aircraft (60) as set forth in claim 2, wherein said commutator (40) is configured to be folded into an inoperative configuration in said power harvesting means (50) and is further configured to be folded into an operational configuration of the aforementioned power harvesting means (50). 9. The transport system (100) for an aircraft (60), which appears in claim 1, in which the aforementioned power collection means (50) is coupled to the aforementioned battery (62) for the transfer of energy from the aforementioned battery (62). 10. The transport system (100) for an aircraft (60) as set forth in claim 9, wherein the aforementioned battery (62) is charged by means of conductive cables. DK 202200067 U3 11. The transport system (100) for an aircraft (60), which appears in claim 9, in which the aforementioned battery (62) is charged wirelessly.