The application provides a storage unit for an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) and a method of operating a storage unit for a UAV. The storage unit can comprise a container for enclosing the UAV; a moveable UAV landing platform; and a UAV alignment unit configured to push the UAV on the movable UAV landing platform to a predetermined landing area of the moveable UAV landing platform.

A carriage for handling a vehicle in an automatic parking system includes a frame axially movable along a first longitudinal axis, rotating clamps, each including a pair of counter-rotating arms rotating with respect to a vertical axis orthogonal to both the longitudinal axis and the transverse axis. The carriage includes a transverse-centering unit with transverse pushers, transversely extensible, moving along an axis parallel to the transverse axis and independent of the rotating clamps. In a first retracted position they do not interact with the vehicle wheels. When extended, they come into contact with at least one vehicle wheel. The extensible transverse pushers are on left and right sides of the carriage, and simultaneously move in a symmetrical extension, being operated by a respective motor positioned laterally of the longitudinal axis of the carriage. The extensible transverse pushers include a pantograph for longitudinally aligning the vehicle along the longitudinal axis.

A carriage for handling a vehicle in an automatic parking system includes a frame axially movable along a first longitudinal axis, rotating clamps, each including a pair of counter-rotating arms rotating with respect to a vertical axis orthogonal to both the longitudinal axis and the transverse axis. The carriage includes a transverse-centering unit with transverse pushers, transversely extensible, moving along an axis parallel to the transverse axis and independent of the rotating clamps. In a first retracted position they do not interact with the vehicle wheels. When extended, they come into contact with at least one vehicle wheel. The extensible transverse pushers are on left and right sides of the carriage, and simultaneously move in a symmetrical extension, being operated by a respective motor positioned laterally of the longitudinal axis of the carriage. The extensible transverse pushers include a pantograph for longitudinally aligning the vehicle along the longitudinal axis.

Canopy structures and methods for erecting the same include a main support that is attached to a foot at a first pinned hinge point. A hub is attached to the main support at a second pinned hinge point. One or more arms are attached to the hub. One or more purlins are attached to the one or more arms. An upper surface mounted on the one or more purlins.

Canopy structures and methods for erecting the same include a main support that is attached to a foot at a first pinned hinge point. A hub is attached to the main support at a second pinned hinge point. One or more arms are attached to the hub. One or more purlins are attached to the one or more arms. An upper surface mounted on the one or more purlins.

A pergola shade system designed for use with a pier over water. The pergola shade system includes as its primary components a roof assembly, a framework to support the roof assembly above the pier, and an anchor assembly that removably and securely mounts the roof assembly and framework to the pier. The anchor assembly is constructed of components that permit the roof structure and framework of the pergola shade system to be both easily erected on a pier for use and easily disassembled from the pier for storage.

An apparatus for covering a vehicle is disclosed. The apparatus comprises a frame comprising anchors. The frame comprises a ramp and rails coupled to the ramp. The apparatus further comprises a hard cover provided in the shape of a vehicle. The hard cover comprises at least one latch. The apparatus further comprises a hydraulic system provided at the frame and coupled to the hard cover. The hydraulic system is operated using a motor. The apparatus may be operated with a cable and pulley system as well. In order to cover the vehicle, the vehicle is received at the ramp and the rails are operated to align the vehicle with the frame. Subsequently, the hydraulic system is operated to lower the hard cover to cover the vehicle. Upon lowering the hard cover, the latch is operably coupled to the anchor to lock the hard cover to the frame.

An apparatus for covering a vehicle is disclosed. The apparatus comprises a frame comprising anchors. The frame comprises a ramp and rails coupled to the ramp. The apparatus further comprises a hard cover provided in the shape of a vehicle. The hard cover comprises at least one latch. The apparatus further comprises a hydraulic system provided at the frame and coupled to the hard cover. The hydraulic system is operated using a motor. The apparatus may be operated with a cable and pulley system as well. In order to cover the vehicle, the vehicle is received at the ramp and the rails are operated to align the vehicle with the frame. Subsequently, the hydraulic system is operated to lower the hard cover to cover the vehicle. Upon lowering the hard cover, the latch is operably coupled to the anchor to lock the hard cover to the frame.

A solar tracking carport comprises a supporting structure including a foundation and at least two columns connected or connectable to the foundation; a three-dimensionally rigid canopy deck having a length from a first edge to a second edge of at least one car, the three-dimensionally rigid canopy deck including one or more upper blocks, each of the upper blocks being rigid at least in its longitudinal direction, each of the upper blocks including at least one solar panel; a deck frame configured to support the one or more upper blocks, the deck frame including a torque transmitting member; a rotation enabling connection configured to rotatably connect at least the torque transmitting member of the three-dimensionally rigid canopy deck to the at least two columns of the supporting structure; and a drive system configured to control tilting of the three-dimensionally rigid canopy deck about the supporting structure over one axis of rotation to a first maximum angle in a first direction and to a second maximum angle in a second direction, the first maximum angle preventing the first edge of the three-dimensionally rigid canopy deck from going below a first minimum threshold height, the second maximum angle preventing the second edge of the three-dimensionally rigid canopy deck from going below a second minimum threshold height.

A tire anchoring system is disclosed. The system includes at least one anchoring assembly including a first bracket and a second bracket. The first bracket has a first bar and a second bar extending parallel to each other, and a first intermediate bar connecting the first bar and the second bar to define a first pocket dimensioned to engage at least a portion of a first tire. The second bracket has a third bar and a fourth bar extending parallel to each other, and a second intermediate bar connecting the third bar and fourth second bar to define a second pocket dimensioned to engage at least a portion of a second tire. A tensioning linkage connects the first bracket and the second bracket.