Modular flying platform including an airship body defining an internal space and configured to achieve buoyancy, an internal structure supporting a transfer channel, an attachment mechanism positioned on the transfer channel to detachably connect with a second platform. The transfer channel is configured to permit transfer therethrough of a payload between the flying platforms when securely connected. A chain of modular flying platforms with one or more motors mounted to the airship body to control motion thereof. A method for managing a chain of modular flying platforms includes deploying a plurality of platforms, connecting the platforms to form the chain, transferring a payload through channels of the connected platforms and distributing at least one of propulsion, electrical power and computing across the chain.


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    Title :

    MODULAR FLYING PLATFORM


    Contributors:

    Publication date :

    2024-11-28


    Type of media :

    Patent


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English


    Classification :

    IPC:    B64B LIGHTER-THAN-AIR AIRCRAFT , Luftfahrzeuge leichter als Luft / B64D Ausrüstung für Flugzeuge , EQUIPMENT FOR FITTING IN OR TO AIRCRAFT



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