MUMBAI, India, May 29 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202541051114 A) filed by Shravanthi Returi, Bengaluru, Karnataka, on May 28, 2025, for 'hybrid-powered uav for secure, intelligent, and energy-efficient delivery and logistics.'
Inventor(s) include Shravanthi Returi.
The application for the patent was published on May 29, under issue no. 22/2026.
According to the abstract released by the Intellectual Property India: "Hybrid-Powered UAV for Secure, Intelligent, and Energy-Efficient Delivery and Logistics This invention describes a hybrid-powered unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) designed for secure, energy-efficient, and intelligent delivery and logistics applications. The UAV integrates photovoltaic solar panels with a lithium-based rechargeable battery system, including lithium-polymer (Li-Po), lithium-ion, lithium iron phosphate, solid-state lithium, or equivalent rechargeable lithium battery chemistries. The lithium-based rechargeable battery system serves as the primary power source for propulsion and onboard systems, while the photovoltaic solar panels provide supplementary electrical energy during suitable sunlight conditions to reduce battery discharge and assist in extending the range and endurance of the UAV. A smart power management system coordinates the contribution of solar energy with stored battery power based on real-time operational requirements to improve overall energy efficiency. A One-Time Password (OTP) authentication mechanism ensures secure delivery by requiring recipient verification before payload release. The UAV features artificial intelligence (AI) for autonomous flight control, including route optimization, obstacle avoidance, and real-time path correction. Equipped with cellular and IoT communication modules, including GSM or equivalent wireless communication technologies, the UAV supports real-time tracking and communication for efficient monitoring. Its modular design enables versatility for various payloads and operating environments, making it adaptable for urban, semi-urban, and remote deliveries. This hybrid-powered UAV offers a sustainable, secure, and reliable solution to address the growing demand for autonomous and eco-friendly logistics."
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