A Simple Design Journal for Autonomous and Hybrid Mechanical Entities.



Showing posts with label Flying Robots. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Flying Robots. Show all posts

Sunday, January 22, 2012

Heidi



Designation: Set 01, Heidi
Model: AS - 012112
SeriesToshinori
TypeSpecial Hybrid Support
Description: Flight enabled medium frame exoskeletal mechanical symbiote. On-board bio-amplified self contained power supply, with lithium storage backup. Nicolelis type non-invasive user interface. Direct cognitive limb activation and management. Mandible type manipulators, with a 1 to 300 strength amplification ratio.
Notes: Using a self aware mechanical exoskeleton allows the operator to manage the task objectively while the automaton performs the necessary physical operations. With Heidi, the operator is not actually even needed, directly. She can tap into their subconscious, utilizing non-essential neurological function, while they are free to focus on separate tasks entirely.

Wednesday, January 11, 2012

Quentin



Designation: Set 01, Quentin
Model: AT - 011112
SeriesKuniyasu
Type: Autonomous Tactical
Description: Bipedal humanoid heavy frame premium shock trooper. Third generation compressed liquid state electronic brain encased in a triple secure shielded core. Redundant layered self-replicating carbon-tube nano-mechanical armor. Four additional independently mounted reactive armor plates. Burst flight enabled, via rear mounted twin Suitor MCM-65 lift modules, capable of up to forty seconds of lift. Reinforced EM amplified kinetic joint structures. Armored end of arm tooling, dedicated to weapons operations.
Notes: For the select few for whom price is no obstacle, Quentin is by far the obvious choice in autonomous tactical robotics. The very definition of top of the line, he is equally as effective as he is extravagant. Despite his heavy frame, his reinforced EM amplified kinetic joint structures make him unbelievably quick on his feet. His processing speed is unparalleled for a unit of his type. There is however limited data regarding actual combat performance, as those who can actually afford him seem reluctant to risk engaging him in live operations.


Sunday, January 8, 2012

Isaac



Designation: Set  01, Isaac
Model: AS - 010512
SeriesIppo
Type: Autonomous Support
Description: Flight enabled, light frame. Carbon nano-mesh outer skin. Four independently mounted static repulser lift modules. 1.5 meter barrier disruption lance. 
Notes: Isaac was designed to be small enough to fly virtually undetected past conventional radar detection systems.


Sunday, December 4, 2011

Ross

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Designation: Set 12, Ross
Model: AC - 120411
Series: Masayoshi
Type: Special Autonomous Tactical
Description: Small frame insectile type. Dual high-speed fixed-pitch rotary propellers, mounted on independently actuated fully articulated struts. Nano-carbon injector with a high-density hydrofluoric penetration feature. Integrated reservoir capable of carrying 5 microliters of Plasmodium type nanosites.   
Notes: Success during a combative engagement is not simply a matter of causing a greater margin of causalities amongst the enemy forces. That is not to say that victory cannot be obtained by the ultimate achievement of such a goal, but rather that there are more effective methods that the direct pursuit of immediate fatalities. Due in large part to his small size, Ross is capable of infiltrating and infecting oppositional forces with specialized nanosites designed to disrupt biological and biomimetic neural functions. Depending on the specific payload, these microscopic machines can cause blind impulsive aggression, immediate short term memory loss, loss of sensory perception, and spontaneous aphasia.




Tuesday, July 12, 2011

Rowan

































Designation: Set  06, "Rowan."
Model
: AT - 071211
Series: Masashige
Type: Autonomous Tactical
Description: Surface to orbit, inter-orbit, and dynamic reentry tactical chassis. Specialized external mounting for electrodynamic assistance into deep space. Variable weapons cavity systems located in forward manipulator arms.
Notes: Being shot out of railgun, through an atmosphere, can be rough on any complex mechanical structure. Rowan's sturdy construction and exceptionally reinforced joint matrix is more than adequate for such extreme treatment. While he does suffer a significant loss in dexterity, he makes up for such an inability to dodge bullets with a remarkable talent to absorb them.



Friday, June 24, 2011

Gavin




Designation: Set  05, "Gavin."
Model: ADS - 062411
Series: Hiroyuki
Type: Autonomous Domestic Support
Description: Flight enabled, non-humanoid type.
Notes: Originally designed for military use, it was soon obvious that Gavin was not cut out for a life of killing and destruction. So, refitted with domestic management hardware, he now finds gainful employment as a floating robotic butler.

Wednesday, June 8, 2011

Vernon




Designation: Set  05, "Vernon."
Model: AR - 060811
Series: Terukane
Type: Autonomous Reconnaissance
Description: Small frame insectile design. Dual vent positive lift engine. Quadruped landing skids, with elemental cling padding. Single nose mounted defensive compressed air cannon.  
Notes: Interestingly enough, Vernon uses the same principle of hyper compressed air in flight as he does in defense. He is well capable of directing a precise blast of air up to speeds of Mach 3. Even if this does little damage to his assailant, the back pressure is usually enough to send him flying away out of harms reach.


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Tuesday, April 5, 2011

Arnold




Designation: Yankee - Set  03, "Arnold."
Model: AD - 040511
Series: Hidetoki
Type: Autonomous Developmental
Description: Bipedal, armless. Flight enabled, quad opposing wave wing modules.  
Notes: The concept of "Artificial Intelligence" is now widely recognized as an early design fallacy, likely a manifestation of mankind's existential morality. Robotic development was based on a value comparative to human likeness, and if man dreamed of becoming God, it seemed he expected his creation to dream of becoming him. The current accepted trend is to pursue complete autonomy though organic self awareness. Robots should be perceived as individual mechanical entities, and not have personifications forced on them.



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Thursday, March 31, 2011

Price

 
 
 
Designation: Tango - Set  03, "Price."
Model: AR - 033111
Series: Tadamasa
Type: Autonomous Reconnaissance
Description: Flight enabled bird emulator. Small frame, ultra-lightweight composite chassis. Powered by three externally mounted rectenna (rectifying antenna) panels, requiring a C-Brown series phased array microwave transmitter. One pectoral mountedf tri-phase optical, x-ray, and thermal recording device.
Notes: Contrary to what could be inferred by Tadamasa's initial advertising campaign, Price's bird-like appearance is more an endearing likeness than any sort of an attempt at biomimetic camouflage. He is really not designed to operate in any sort of stealth capacity.



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Saturday, March 26, 2011

Oliver


 
 
 
Designation: Oscar - Set  03, "Oliver."
Model: AT - 032611
Series: Suyetsugu
Type: Autonomous Tactical
Description: Ultra-light weight assault chassis. Minimal nano-tube armor.  230Hp dual rotor, laser driven, gyroscopic flight pack. Powered by six externally mounted rectenna (rectifying antenna) panels, requiring a C-Brown series phased array microwave transmitter.  Proficient in small arms tactics. External payload maximum capacity of 25kgs.
Notes: Oliver's energy requirements indeed limit his range, but his inexpensive production costs have earned him a place in established urban fields of operation.  



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Thursday, March 24, 2011

Hunter




Designation: Mike - Set  03, "Hunter."
Model: SSH - 032411
Series: Norihiro
Type: Special Symbiotic Hybrid
Description: Female specified second-skin thermoelectric generator. Single optical reception module. Dual burst flight vertical thrusters.
Notes: With very little of their own structure to define an individual personality, most second skin symbiotic hybrids are prone to SDDs (structural dysmorphic disorders). Hunter avoids performance affecting bouts of self loathing by catering exclusively to a structurally predetermined female host archetype.  



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Wednesday, February 2, 2011

Stanley




Designation: Quebec - Set 01, "Stanley."
Model: AS - 020211
Series: Tadayuki
Type: Autonomous Support   
Description: According to accepted standard operating procedure, newly manufactured units are initially outfitted with a series of developmental processing modules. After a sequenced period of cognitive augmentation, these modules phase into state of obsolescence, ultimately triggering a sub-internal mechanical rejection system. Early behavioral protocol compel the unit to then physically collect these modules and place them under their pillow during their next hibernation cycle. While in a state of sleep, Stanley comes to replace them with a shiny new quarter.  
Notes: WTF? 


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Monday, January 31, 2011

Ronaldo




Designation: Oscar - Set 01, "Ronaldo."
Model: AS - 013111
Series: Motohira
Type: Autonomous Security   
Description: Lightweight, low-profile design. Hover-flight generated by fourteen high frequency repulsion generators. Capable of speeds up to forty kilometers per hour. Armed with single 10mm burst fire cannon. Proficient in extreme prejudice security protocols.
Notes: Cheaply manufactured and easy to mass produce, Ronaldo has significant applications in combat roles, beyond patrol and defend. His one difficulty is he thinks he is Paul.   


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Friday, January 28, 2011

Paul




Designation: Lima - Set 01, "Paul."
Model: AT - 012811
Series: Teruhiro
Type: Autonomous Tactical    
Description: Four detachable high-yield boosters, located posterior of torso and legs. With controlled bursts, capable of high altitude, extended flight. At full-burst, surface to low orbit. Biomimetic anatomical structure allows unit to access and operate a wide range of vehicles and equipment.
Notes: Paul is designed to attack and commandeer orbiting space stations and craft from the ground, and look good while doing it. His athletic features are intended both to intimidate the enemy and boost moral in allied forces. This is not without a negative side however, as most cockpits and capsules seem designed more for concision than for accommodating a formidably impressive frame. Suggesting Paul should refit into a smaller, ergonomic chassis is ill-advisable though, as his situational performance seems proportionally dependent on the awareness of his superiority in physical appearance.

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Wednesday, January 26, 2011

Edgar




Designation: Juliet - Set 01, "Edgar."
Model: AR - 012611
Series: Shinryo
Type: Autonomous Reconnaissance    
Description: Flight enabled, medium-altitude, long-endurance. Low-profile frame reduces detection and challenges enemy targeting systems. Daylight and infrared cameras integrated into abdominal structure. Additional thermal and spectroscopic sensory equipment mounted in head.
Notes: Edgar's finest features revolve around his reconnaissance abilities. His less than fine features all involve his tendency to gossip.

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