---
publication_id: "OT-2026-000001081"
title: "Package coupling apparatus with attachment plate for securing a package to a UAV and method of securing a package for delivery"
published_at: "2026-09-15T19:03:50.647892Z"
canonical_url: "https://opentechnical.org/p/OT-2026-000001081"
categories:
  - "lifting-positioning-manipulation/hoists-and-cranes"
keywords:
  - "b64d1/22"
  - "b66c1/101"
  - "b66c1/101"
  - "b64d1/12"
  - "b64d1/22"
  - "b64d1/22"
---

# Package coupling apparatus with attachment plate for securing a package to a UAV and method of securing a package for delivery

## Abstract

A package coupling apparatus for securing a package to an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) is provided. The package coupling apparatus includes a support plate configured to be secured to an upper surface of the package and a handle extending up from the support plate. The handle includes a handle opening and a bridge that extends over the handle opening, wherein the bridge is configured to be secured by a component of the UAV.