摘要 |
A deployment system 100 for deployment of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) 108 comprising a powered transport platform 102; which may comprise a vehicle such as a bus, taxi, train or tram or a large UAV, which carries at least one UAV 108 transportable by the transport platform 102, and docking means 106 allowing the or each UAV 108 to autonomously self-dock. In some embodiments the docking means is a docking station comprising a charging means to charge the UAVs. The system nay be used to reduce flight time of the UAVs, or to increase their usable range. The system may be used for logistical purposes, and feature distribution centres 122 and sub-distribution centres 128. A strategic management computer 1200 may be provided as the main hub a management system 100, which may process data including satellite, telemetry and sensor data from the UAV to inform drone deployment. |