Gimbaled universal drone controller
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May 7, 2019
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Jan 25, 2018
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Jul 25, 2016
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Jul 25, 2016
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Various embodiments are disclosed of a device for use on an unmanned aerial vehicle (drone) including two or more gimbals, a gimbal processor, an inertial measurement unit, and a communication connection. The two or more gimbals are pivotally coupled to rotate orthogonally relative to each other. An inner gimbal of the two or more gimbals may support an inner platform for receiving components thereon. An outer gimbal of the two or more gimbals may be pivotally coupled to the drone. The gimbal processor is mounted on the inner platform, wherein the gimbal processor is configured to control pivotal movement of the two or more gimbals. The inertial measurement unit may be fixed relative to the inner platform and coupled to the gimbal processor. The communication connection may be coupled to the gimbal processor and configured to exchange signals with the drone for controlling operations.
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