Abstract: A camera apparatus is disclosed. The camera apparatus comprises a first motor, a camera housing and a camera module. The camera housing is fixed directly to the motor. The camera module is located in the camera housing and capable of rotating along with the motor via the camera housing.

Abstract: A platform includes a yaw arm, a roll arm, and a pitch arm, and further includes a first, second, and third electric motors configured to drive the arms. The first, second, and third electric motors each include a first stator and a first rotor. The first stator or the first rotor is directly secured to one arm.

Abstract: Various exemplary systems and methods provide for the smooth conveyance of an article and transfer of an article on or off a conveyance path. In one example, a system comprises a first conveyance path having two ends, in which the conveyance path includes a plurality of conveyance rollers arranged to convey the article from the first end to the second end, and at least one of the rollers is configured to rotate at a first rate to drive the article. The system further comprises a transition mechanism disposed proximate to the second end of the first conveyance path. The transition mechanism includes a transition wheel positioned to receive the article from the second end, and the transition wheel is configured to be driven at a second rate that is coordinated with the first rate.