Data processing: measuring – calibrating – or testing – Measurement system – Remote supervisory monitoring
Reexamination Certificate
2006-04-04
2006-04-04
Hoff, Marc S. (Department: 2857)
Data processing: measuring, calibrating, or testing
Measurement system
Remote supervisory monitoring
C702S188000, C702S189000, C244S003150, C348S061000, C348S143000, C455S039000, C455S067110
Reexamination Certificate
active
07024340
ABSTRACT:
A method for the automatic collection of surveillance information by an unmanned air vehicle comprises the steps of receiving an automatic collection requirements message, determining a route for gathering requested information about a target in accordance with a collection policy, and controlling operation of an air vehicle to follow the route and gather the requested information. An automatic collection management system for an unmanned air vehicle that performs the method is also provided.
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Murufas Roderic
Nichols William Mark
Desta Elias
Hoff Marc S.
Lenart, Esq. Robert P.
Northrop Grumman Corporation
Pietragallo Bosick & Gordon LLP
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