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METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR POINTING LOGIC IN AIRCRAFT
20240271911 · 2024-08-15 ·

Methods and apparatus for pointing logic in aircraft are disclosed. A disclosed example apparatus to aim an aiming device carried by an aircraft includes at least one memory, machine readable instructions, and processor circuitry. The processor is to at least one of instantiate or execute the machine readable instructions to determine a position of a target, determine an orientation of the aircraft, determine aiming points based on the orientation and a movement range of the aiming device, and determine a movement of at least one of the aircraft or the aiming device based on the aiming points and the position to orient the aiming device toward the target.

METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR POINTING LOGIC IN AIRCRAFT
20240271911 · 2024-08-15 ·

Methods and apparatus for pointing logic in aircraft are disclosed. A disclosed example apparatus to aim an aiming device carried by an aircraft includes at least one memory, machine readable instructions, and processor circuitry. The processor is to at least one of instantiate or execute the machine readable instructions to determine a position of a target, determine an orientation of the aircraft, determine aiming points based on the orientation and a movement range of the aiming device, and determine a movement of at least one of the aircraft or the aiming device based on the aiming points and the position to orient the aiming device toward the target.

Methods and apparatus for pointing logic in aircraft
12135191 · 2024-11-05 · ·

Methods and apparatus for pointing logic in aircraft are disclosed. A disclosed example apparatus to aim an aiming device carried by an aircraft includes at least one memory, machine readable instructions, and processor circuitry. The processor is to at least one of instantiate or execute the machine readable instructions to determine a position of a target, determine an orientation of the aircraft, determine aiming points based on the orientation and a movement range of the aiming device, and determine a movement of at least one of the aircraft or the aiming device based on the aiming points and the position to orient the aiming device toward the target.

Methods and apparatus for pointing logic in aircraft
12135191 · 2024-11-05 · ·

Methods and apparatus for pointing logic in aircraft are disclosed. A disclosed example apparatus to aim an aiming device carried by an aircraft includes at least one memory, machine readable instructions, and processor circuitry. The processor is to at least one of instantiate or execute the machine readable instructions to determine a position of a target, determine an orientation of the aircraft, determine aiming points based on the orientation and a movement range of the aiming device, and determine a movement of at least one of the aircraft or the aiming device based on the aiming points and the position to orient the aiming device toward the target.

ROBOT/DRONE MULTI-PROJECTILE LAUNCHER
20180045485 · 2018-02-15 ·

A multi-projectile launcher capable of firing less-lethal 40 mm rounds or high explosive 40 mm rounds (i.e., HE Grenades) can be attached to robots, drones, vehicles and stationary structures. The robot/drone multi-projectile launcher is remote controlled and capable of 360 degree horizontal rotation as well as vertical panning, and is able to quickly turn and acquire targets. A solenoid controlled firing system for each barrel includes a firing pin, trigger lever and striker, as well as a lockout bar and striker seer to prevent accidental firing (e.g., from impact or sudden jolt). Target acquisition systems include an infrared laser system, a standard red laser system, and an optic targeting system that is monitored through an onboard camera. A wireless network access device allows for remote viewing of live-feed camera images (still frame and video) and control of the optic targeting system, as well as the launcher articulation and firing.

ROBOT/DRONE MULTI-PROJECTILE LAUNCHER
20180045485 · 2018-02-15 ·

A multi-projectile launcher capable of firing less-lethal 40 mm rounds or high explosive 40 mm rounds (i.e., HE Grenades) can be attached to robots, drones, vehicles and stationary structures. The robot/drone multi-projectile launcher is remote controlled and capable of 360 degree horizontal rotation as well as vertical panning, and is able to quickly turn and acquire targets. A solenoid controlled firing system for each barrel includes a firing pin, trigger lever and striker, as well as a lockout bar and striker seer to prevent accidental firing (e.g., from impact or sudden jolt). Target acquisition systems include an infrared laser system, a standard red laser system, and an optic targeting system that is monitored through an onboard camera. A wireless network access device allows for remote viewing of live-feed camera images (still frame and video) and control of the optic targeting system, as well as the launcher articulation and firing.

METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR POINTING LOGIC IN AIRCRAFT
20250102278 · 2025-03-27 ·

Methods and apparatus for pointing logic in aircraft are disclosed. A disclosed example apparatus to aim an aiming device carried by an aircraft includes at least one memory, machine readable instructions, and processor circuitry. The processor is to at least one of instantiate or execute the machine readable instructions to determine a position of a target, determine an orientation of the aircraft, determine aiming points based on the orientation and a movement range of the aiming device, and determine a movement of at least one of the aircraft or the aiming device based on the aiming points and the position to orient the aiming device toward the target.

METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR POINTING LOGIC IN AIRCRAFT
20250102278 · 2025-03-27 ·

Methods and apparatus for pointing logic in aircraft are disclosed. A disclosed example apparatus to aim an aiming device carried by an aircraft includes at least one memory, machine readable instructions, and processor circuitry. The processor is to at least one of instantiate or execute the machine readable instructions to determine a position of a target, determine an orientation of the aircraft, determine aiming points based on the orientation and a movement range of the aiming device, and determine a movement of at least one of the aircraft or the aiming device based on the aiming points and the position to orient the aiming device toward the target.

Methods and apparatus for pointing logic in aircraft
12516907 · 2026-01-06 · ·

Methods and apparatus for pointing logic in aircraft are disclosed. A disclosed example apparatus to aim an aiming device carried by an aircraft includes at least one memory, machine readable instructions, and processor circuitry. The processor is to at least one of instantiate or execute the machine readable instructions to determine a position of a target, determine an orientation of the aircraft, determine aiming points based on the orientation and a movement range of the aiming device, and determine a movement of at least one of the aircraft or the aiming device based on the aiming points and the position to orient the aiming device toward the target.

Methods and apparatus for pointing logic in aircraft
12516907 · 2026-01-06 · ·

Methods and apparatus for pointing logic in aircraft are disclosed. A disclosed example apparatus to aim an aiming device carried by an aircraft includes at least one memory, machine readable instructions, and processor circuitry. The processor is to at least one of instantiate or execute the machine readable instructions to determine a position of a target, determine an orientation of the aircraft, determine aiming points based on the orientation and a movement range of the aiming device, and determine a movement of at least one of the aircraft or the aiming device based on the aiming points and the position to orient the aiming device toward the target.