Self balancing airborne observational apparatus

摘要

An airborne observational apparatus is disclosed which is capable of staying in the air for an unlimited period of time. The apparatus includes a ground located, continuous electric power source and an aerial device which is connected permanently to the said power source by a tether cable. The aerial device has a conical shape body. At least one propeller is mounted on the top of the body including at least two rotating blades. The propeller is operated by an electric motor located at the lower part of the said body. The center of gravity of the aerial device will be in its lower part. The tether cable is connected to the aerial device by a preferably U-shaped member on the upper side of the conical body in a pivotal manner. The aerial device has self balancing capability even in strong gusting wind keeping the aerial device in vertical or slightly inclined direction. Photographic or other types of information collecting or broadcasting equipment can be mounted on the aerial device with the capability transferring data to a ground station through the tether cable or radio communication.

主权项

1. An apparatus comprising:
An airborne observational device comprising at least one propeller. A ground power supply. A tether cable transmitting power to the observational device. A body which is connected above its center of gravity to a ground station by a tether cable. A connector device bridging between the said body and the tether cable allowing pivot able free movement to the said body.