OPENTECHNICAL PUBLICATION
OT-2026-000001081

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

Published: 2026-09-15T19:03:50.647892Z
Permanent URL: https://opentechnical.org/p/OT-2026-000001081
Categories: Lifting, Positioning & Manipulation > Hoists and Cranes

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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.

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OpenTechnical publication OT-2026-000001081
Published 2026-09-15T19:03:50.647892Z
https://opentechnical.org/p/OT-2026-000001081