3D-printed, thrust vectoring Unmanned Surface Vessel (USV)
Development period: June 2023 - May 2024
Patent number: 1010721
Date received: 21.06.2024
Institution: Hellenic Industrial Property Organization (OBI)
Development period: June 2023 - May 2024
Patent number: 1010721
Date received: 21.06.2024
Institution: Hellenic Industrial Property Organization (OBI)
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e-AIOLOS is an electric powered, 3D-printed, trimaran-design unmanned surface vessel (USV), that uses conventional rudder steering and propels by air. Its name derives from the god of winds "Aiolos", found in Greek mythology, since it propels by air, and the fact that it is powered by electricity. It utilizes dual brushless motors with three-bladed propellers for propulsion. It can autonomously navigate by GPS (M10) and magnetometer (QMC5883), according to the instructions given by the installed controller (STM32F405 at 168MHz), which is based on open navigation-based flight controller software. Furthermore, it can be remotely controlled with 2.4GHz multichannel radio system.
e-AIOLOS is intended for use in calm waters such as small lakes, ponds and reservoirs, especially in waters with dense vegetation, for inspecting water platforms, floaters, and other water structures, as well as for water quality monitoring. Moreover, it can be used as a safety drone, for accompanying swimmers and water athletes. It is possible to utilize the USV in search and rescue missions as well, providing extra coverage due to the extended operation time compared to UAVs. Therefore, it carries a payload of live-stream camera, HD recording camera and telemetry system. Despite the fact that it is intended mainly for calm waters, it is capable to withstand light winds due to its design and low CoG, allowing it to operate at sea, in conditions similar to the ones found at harbors and marinas. Future upgrades on the vessel, include the installation of a solar charging system for the continuous charging of its batteries and a long-range telemetry system. Finally, its modular design enables the build of an identical hull under a variety of sizes. At the moment two prototypes have been built. |
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