Unmanned apparatus traversal and inspection system
- 標題
- Unmanned apparatus traversal and inspection system
- 作者
- Robert D. Christ
- 文件屬性
- 國外專利
- 知識分類
- 基礎研究
- 出版年
- 2013
- 點閱數
- 2351
摘要
An unmanned apparatus for use in traversing and inspecting at least a portion of an elongated structure. The unmanned apparatus includes at least one structural member defining a recess sized and configured to receive the portion of the elongated structure. In one aspect, the unmanned apparatus includes a clamping mechanism coupled to the structural member, wherein the clamping mechanism is capable of detachably attaching the unmanned apparatus to the elongated structure. A locomotion system is actuated while the unmanned apparatus is attached to the elongated structure causing the unmanned apparatus to traverse at least a portion of the elongated structure. The unmanned apparatus includes a plurality of cameras and/or at least one sensor capable of providing information regarding the structural integrity of the interior and/or exterior of the elongated structure. A method of inspecting and traversing at least a portion of the elongated structure is also described.
備註
US 8619134 B2