ROBERT DOUGLAS CHRIST
Pilots at Lakeshore Dr, Covington, LA
License number
Louisiana A0327050
Issued Date
Jan 2015
Expiration Date
Jan 2016
Category
Airmen
Type
Authorized Aircraft Instructor
Address
Address
14157 S Lakeshore Dr, Covington, LA 70435
Professional information
Unmanned Apparatus Traversal And Inspection System
US Patent:
8619134, Dec 31, 2013
Filed:
Dec 10, 2009
Appl. No.:
12/635493
Inventors:
Robert D. Christ - Covington LA, US
Assignee:
SeaTrepid International, LLC - Robert LA
International Classification:
H04N 7/18
US Classification:
348 84, 348 85
Abstract:
An unmanned apparatus for use in traversing and inspecting at least a portion of an elongated structure. The unmanned apparatus includes at least one structural member defining a recess sized and configured to receive the portion of the elongated structure. In one aspect, the unmanned apparatus includes a clamping mechanism coupled to the structural member, wherein the clamping mechanism is capable of detachably attaching the unmanned apparatus to the elongated structure. A locomotion system is actuated while the unmanned apparatus is attached to the elongated structure causing the unmanned apparatus to traverse at least a portion of the elongated structure. The unmanned apparatus includes a plurality of cameras and/or at least one sensor capable of providing information regarding the structural integrity of the interior and/or exterior of the elongated structure. A method of inspecting and traversing at least a portion of the elongated structure is also described.