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Unmanned aerial vehicle
A tecnologia de UAVs (Veículos Aéreos Não Tripulados) combina diversas disciplinas de engenharia para aprimorar as capacidades de voo autônomo e a eficiência operacional.

Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) technology integrates aerodynamics, embedded systems, sensor fusion, and autonomous control to enable remote or autonomous flight operations across diverse platforms including multirotors, fixed-wing, and hybrid configurations. Core areas include flight control algorithms, navigation in GPS-denied environments, collision avoidance, swarm coordination, and payload integration for surveillance, mapping, and data acquisition. Advances in comunicação protocols, energy management, and real-time telemetry enhance operational endurance and reliability. This compilation presents the latest peer-reviewed publications and patents detailing innovations in UAV design, autonomous mission planning, sensor tecnologias, and regulatory frameworks shaping the evolution of aerial robótica.

Esta é a nossa mais recente seleção de publicações e patentes mundiais em inglês sobre Veículos Aéreos Não Tripulados (VANTs), provenientes de diversos periódicos científicos online, classificadas e focadas em quadricópteros, controle de voo de drones, navegação de VANTs, voo autônomo, navegação sem GPS, controlador de voo, multirrotores, VANTs de asa fixa, carga útil de VANTs, piloto remoto, comunicação de VANTs, prevenção de colisões, planejamento de missão de VANTs, fusão de sensores de VANTs, enxames de VANTs, estabilização de voo de VANTs, baterias de VANTs, telemetria de VANTs, estações terrestres de VANTs, aeronaves não tripuladas, desvio de obstáculos por VANTs, planejamento de trajetória de VANTs, processamento de imagens de VANTs, lidar para VANTs, dinâmica de voo de VANTs, regulamentações de VANTs, enlace de dados de VANTs e integração de carga útil de VANTs.

Windshield sensor environmental shield

Patent published on the 2026-05-28 in US under Ref US20260145623 by CHALMERS MICHELLE [US] (Chalmers Michelle [us])

Abstract: [0000] A shielding device for forward facing and/or windshield mounted/located sensors on an automobile protects sensors in close proximity to the windshield from temperature extremes associated with sunlight and extreme cold or wind. Modern automobiles tend to locate forward-focused collision avoidance sensors (sensors) around the perimeter of the windshield, typically at a central, uppermost portion. The windshield is subject to a substantial solar load, often emphasized by the angle of the wi[...]


Our summary: A shielding device protects automobile sensors from temperature extremes caused by sunlight and cold. It is designed for sensors located near the windshield, which is exposed to significant solar load. The reflective substrate helps mitigate heat damage and can be attached in various ways.

sensor shielding, windshield protection, temperature management, collision avoidance

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Methods and systems for automated structure assessment using uav-based photogrammetry and ai-enhanced segmentation, scoring, and analysis

Patent published on the 2026-05-28 in US under Ref US20260148369 by DRONE INST LLC [US] (Shang Nan [us], Femmer George [us], Sharplin Christopher [us])

Abstract: [0000] The present technology relates to methods and systems for assessing a spatial area based on an at least one condition. The methods can include deploying an deploying an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) equipped with imaging technology; capturing images of a spatial area within a geographically selected region, wherein the region is selected based on data indicating potential of the at least one condition; processing the captured images to generate three-dimensional (3D) models and two-dimens[...]


Our summary: The technology involves deploying UAVs to capture images for spatial assessment. It processes these images into 3D models and 2D orthomosaics. Machine learning algorithms analyze the models to detect specific conditions.

UAV, photogrammetry, machine learning, segmentation

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Inhibiting corrosion on charging hubs in base stations for unmanned aerial vehicles

Patent published on the 2026-05-21 in US under Ref US20260138762 by SKYDIO INC [US] (Guo Jia [us], Kozlenko Yevgeniy Andreyevich [us], Turvey George Oliver [us], Woo Yee Shan [us])

Abstract: A method of inhibiting corrosion on a charging hub for a base station that is configured to receive an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) during docking. The method includes drawing water away from electrical contacts on the charging hub via at least one trough and wicking water away from the electrical contacts.[...]


Our summary: The method inhibits corrosion on charging hubs for UAVs. It involves drawing water away from electrical contacts using a trough. Additionally, it wicks water away to protect the electrical components.

corrosion inhibition, charging hubs, unmanned aerial vehicles, water management

Patent

Drone flight control inside wind turbine tower

Patent published on the 2026-05-21 in WO under Ref WO2026104007 by VESTAS WIND SYS AS [DK] (RavnsbÆk-toft Simon [dk], ThØgersen Emil [dk], Ringgaard Kasper [dk], Wollesen Anders Yde [dk])

Abstract: Aspects of the present invention relate to a wind turbine system comprising a tower and a nacelle mounted to the tower, and an unmanned air vehicle system adapted for inspection activities within the wind turbine, wherein the unmanned air vehicle system includes a navigation system configured to be operable in a first navigation mode and a second navigation mode. In the second navigation mode, the unmanned air vehicle system is configured to navigate through an internal space of the wind turbine[...]


Our summary: The invention involves a wind turbine system with a tower and nacelle. It includes an unmanned air vehicle for inspection activities inside the turbine. The vehicle has a navigation system that operates in two modes for improved accuracy.

Drone, wind turbine, unmanned aerial vehicle, navigation system

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Collision detector for vhsp/gpon coexistence with throughput flexibility

Patent published on the 2026-05-21 in WO under Ref WO2026104037 by CANO VALADEZ IVAN NICOLAS [DE] (Cano Valadez Ivan Nicolas [de], Kuschnerov Maxim [de])

Abstract: The present disclosure enhances collision detection in passive optical network standards operation in overlapping wavelength portions. Compared to other methods and devices, it avoids a waste of channel capacity and allows for more efficient communication while at the same time ensuring backwards compatibility with existing standards and thus promoting cost-efficiency. Specifically, the present disclosure provides a method for multi-standard coexistence in a passive optical network, comprising: [...]


Our summary: The disclosure presents an enhanced collision detection method for passive optical networks operating in overlapping wavelengths. It improves communication efficiency while maintaining compatibility with existing standards. The method includes multiple stages for identifying and mitigating potential collisions between optical signals.

collision detection, passive optical networks, wavelength overlap, throughput flexibility

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Autonomous uav visual navigation system

Patent published on the 2026-05-21 in US under Ref US20260140503 by SAUDI DATA AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AUTHORITY SDAIA [SA] (Samma Hussein Salem Ali Bin [sa], Elferik Sami [sa])

Abstract: [0000] A system, method, and non-transitory computer readable medium for autonomous vehicle navigation and visual inspection utilizing a deep Q-network and reinforcement learning includes at least one camera mounted to the vehicle for capturing continuous image frames of a scene, and processing circuitry configured with a reinforcement learning engine that generates a next control action for vehicle movement based on the captured image frames and a reward for a previous control action. A self-su[...]


Our summary: The system utilizes a deep Q-network and reinforcement learning for autonomous navigation and visual inspection. It captures continuous image frames with a mounted camera and processes them to determine control actions. A remote display terminal communicates the captured images and controls UAV movement to avoid obstacles.

autonomous navigation, deep Q-network, reinforcement learning, UAV

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A frequency-enhanced transformer-based UAV multi-scale small object detector for aerial imagery

Published on 2026-04-02 by @OXFORD

Abstract: AbstractSmall object detection in UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) aerial imagery faces significant challenges, including insufficient feature representation, severe background noise interference, and inadequate multi-scale fusion. To address these issues, this study proposes UMS-DET (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Multi-scale Small-object Detector), a specialized framework engineered to optimize multi-scale representation and small object discrimination in UAV views. Firstly, we design the Multi-Scale Co[...]


Our summary: UMS-DET is a specialized framework for small object detection in UAV aerial imagery. It optimizes multi-scale representation and discriminative capabilities through advanced feature fusion techniques. Experimental results show significant improvements in accuracy and efficiency, making it suitable for complex environments.

UAV, small object detection, multi-scale representation, frequency enhancement

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Enhanced YOLO11 for tiny object detection based on multi-scale information interaction and fusion in UAV aerial images

Published on 2026-03-18 by @OXFORD

Abstract: AbstractObject detection is a critical task in drone vision perception systems. However, in complex low-altitude environments, the recognition of tiny, dense, and occluded objects presents significant challenges. To overcome these limitations, this paper proposes an enhanced lightweight object detection model, YOLO-BWS, based on the YOLO11 architecture, aiming to improve tiny object detection performance while maintaining computational efficiency for drone vision. First, we introduce a higher-re[...]


Our summary: The paper presents YOLO-BWS, an enhanced lightweight model for tiny object detection in UAV images. It incorporates a higher-resolution detection head and a bidirectional feature pyramid network for improved multi-scale information exchange. Experimental results show significant performance improvements over YOLO11 while maintaining computational efficiency.

object detection, YOLO, UAV, multi-scale fusion

Publication

Tópicos abordados: UAV (Veículo Aéreo Não Tripulado), voo autônomo, aerodinâmica, sistemas embarcados, fusão de sensores, algoritmos de controle de voo, navegação, prevenção de colisões, coordenação de enxames, integração de carga útil, protocolos de comunicação, gerenciamento de energia, telemetria em tempo real, projeto de UAV, planejamento de missão autônoma, tecnologias de sensores e marcos regulatórios.

Glossário de termos utilizados

Global Positioning System (GPS): Um sistema de navegação por satélite que fornece informações precisas de localização e horário em qualquer lugar da Terra, utilizando uma rede de satélites, estações terrestres e receptores para determinar coordenadas precisas por meio de triangulação.

Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV): Uma aeronave remotamente pilotada ou autônoma, projetada para diversas aplicações, incluindo vigilância, reconhecimento e entrega, sem um piloto humano a bordo. Opera por meio de estações de controle em solo ou sistemas de automação embarcados, frequentemente equipados com sensores e câmeras para coleta de dados.

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