Abstract: A system including an image capture module and a handheld module. The image capture module includes a body; an image sensor; and a mechanical stabilization system comprising a first gimbal, a second gimbal, and a third gimbal connected to the body and configured to control an orientation of the image sensor of the image capture module relative to the body. The handheld module defines a slot that is keyed to the body of the image capture module. The image capture module, when located within the handheld module, has a low profile so that the third gimbal is protected from damage by the handheld module.

Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed for image capture. For example, systems may include an image capture module including an image sensor configured to capture images, a connector, and an integrated mechanical stabilization system configured to control an orientation of the image sensor relative to the connector; an aerial vehicle configured to be removably attached to the image capture module by the connector and to fly while carrying the image capture module; and a handheld module configured to be removably attached to the image capture module by the connector, wherein the handheld module includes a battery and an integrated display configured to display images received from the image sensor.

Abstract: A handheld module including a battery, an electro-mechanical interface, and a display. The electro-mechanical interface is configured to attach the handheld module to an image capture module, wherein when attached to the image capture module, the handheld module forms a communication link to the image capture module via the electro-mechanical interface and supplies power from the battery to the image capture module via conductors of the electro-mechanical interface. The display is configured to present images captured by the image capture module and received from the image capture module via the communication link.

Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed for operation of image capture devices. For example, systems may include an image sensor configured to capture images; a mechanical stabilization system, including gimbals and motors, that is integrated with the image sensor and configured to control an orientation of the image sensor; and a processing apparatus configured to: detect an occurrence of a triggering event; and, responsive to the occurrence of the triggering event, send commands to motor controllers of the mechanical stabilization system to electronically control the gimbals and motors to assume a fold-flat position, maintain the fold-flat position for a time period, and, after the time period expires, power off the gimbals and motors.

Abstract: A system including: an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) and a wireless control system. The UAV includes one or more sensors, and a UAV communication subsystem. The one or more sensors configured to capture contextual information associated with capture of visual information. The UAV communication subsystem includes a UAV radio frequency transceiver configured to communicate with a network. The wireless control system includes a housing, a wireless communication subsystem, a flight control setting component, a power component, and a processor. The power component configured to obtain a current power consumption of a power source of the UAV. The processor is configured to: obtain visual information; display the visual information; and communicate with the flight control setting component. The processor communicates with the power component to obtain the current power consumption and effectuate presentation of a power display field including a first portion and a second portion.

Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed for image capture. For example, systems may include an image capture module including an image sensor configured to capture images, a base that includes a processing apparatus and a connector, and an integrated mechanical stabilization system configured to control an orientation of the image sensor relative to the base, wherein the processing apparatus is configured to send commands to motor controllers of the mechanical stabilization system and includes an image signal processor that is configured to receive image data from the image sensor; and a handheld module configured to be removably attached to the image capture module by the connector, wherein the handheld module includes a display configured to display images received from the image sensor via conductors of the connector.

Abstract: A wireless communication system may include a housing, a touch sensitive display included within the housing, multiple radio frequency transceivers included within the housing, multiple input mechanisms included within the housing, and a processor included within the housing. The processor may be configured to obtain visual information captured by an image capture subsystem of the unmanned aerial vehicle, display the visual information via the touch sensitive display, detect parameters of a touch on the touch sensitive display, determine inputs based upon the parameters of the touch and when one or more of the multiple input mechanisms are engaged, transmit instructions to the unmanned aerial vehicle based upon the inputs, establish a connection with a device, and transmit to the device instructions configured to cause the device to control the image capture subsystem.

Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed for image capture. For example, systems may include an image capture module including an image sensor configured to capture images, a connector, and an integrated mechanical stabilization system configured to control an orientation of the image sensor relative to the connector; an aerial vehicle configured to be removably attached to the image capture module by the connector and to fly while carrying the image capture module; and a handheld module configured to be removably attached to the image capture module by the connector, wherein the handheld module includes a battery and an integrated display configured to display images received from the image sensor.

Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed for image capture. For example, systems may include an image capture module including an image sensor configured to capture images, a connector, and an integrated mechanical stabilization system configured to control an orientation of the image sensor relative to the connector; an aerial vehicle configured to be removably attached to the image capture module by the connector and to fly while carrying the image capture module; and a handheld module configured to be removably attached to the image capture module by the connector, wherein the handheld module includes a battery and an integrated display configured to display images received from the image sensor.

Abstract: A wireless control system may include a housing, a touch sensitive display carried by the housing, multiple radio frequency transceivers included within the housing, multiple input mechanisms included within the housing, and a processor included within the housing. The processor may be configured to obtain visual information captured by an image capture subsystem of the unmanned aerial vehicle, display the visual information via the touch sensitive display, obtain current flight control settings of the unmanned aerial vehicle, obtain current power consumption of a power source of the unmanned aerial vehicle, determine an amount of remaining power of the power source, and effectuate presentation of a power display field over the visual information. A length of a first portion across the power display field may be proportional to the amount of remaining power of the power source.

Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed for operation of image capture devices. For example, systems may include an image sensor configured to capture images; a mechanical stabilization system, including gimbals and motors, that is integrated with the image sensor and configured to control an orientation of the image sensor; and a processing apparatus configured to: detect an occurrence of a triggering event; and, responsive to the occurrence of the triggering event, send commands to motor controllers of the mechanical stabilization system to electronically control the gimbals and motors to assume a fold-flat position, maintain the fold-flat position for a time period, and, after the time period expires, power off the gimbals and motors.

Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed for image capture. For example, systems may include an image capture module including an image sensor configured to capture images, a base that includes a processing apparatus and a connector, and an integrated mechanical stabilization system configured to control an orientation of the image sensor relative to the base, wherein the processing apparatus is configured to send commands to motor controllers of the mechanical stabilization system and includes an image signal processor that is configured to receive image data from the image sensor; and a handheld module configured to be removably attached to the image capture module by the connector, wherein the handheld module includes a display configured to display images received from the image sensor via conductors of the connector.

Abstract: A wireless communication device may include a housing, a touch sensitive display integrally included within the housing, multiple radio frequency transceivers included within the housing, multiple input mechanisms included within the housing, and a processor included within the housing. The processor may be configured to obtain visual information captured by an image capture subsystem of the unmanned aerial vehicle, display the visual information via the touch sensitive display, detect parameters of a touch on the touch sensitive display, determine a first set of inputs based upon the parameters of the touch on the touch sensitive display, receive a second set of inputs when one or more of the multiple input mechanisms are engaged, effectuate transmission, via a first radio frequency transceiver, of instructions to the unmanned aerial vehicle based upon the first set of inputs and/or the second set of inputs.

Abstract: A bracket assembly for supporting an AC unit in a window. The assembly includes a C-shaped bracket, adhesive means, and sash stops. The bracket fits within the outer window sill and, together with the upper edge of the lip on the inner sill, provides a secure surface for the AC unit to rest upon. The bracket is adhesively affixed to the outer window sill, to prevent it from being knocked out of place during installation of the AC unit. No external support means that require drilling into the outside wall are required.

Abstract: A skylight construction having a wooden base frame extending about a roof opening and secured thereto. The skylight construction is illustrated as a step flash skylight including a rigid plastic curb frame having a base frame and overlying sash frame. A retainer is provided for supporting glazing plates over the sash frame. The PVC base frame is firmly secured to the wooden base frame by interlocking therewith. The PVC base frame has a peripherally disposed counterflashing piece extending downwardly therefrom and having flashing seal means disposed intermediate the counterflashing piece and the wooden base frame.

Abstract: A skylight construction having a wooden base frame extending about a roof opening and secured to the roof. The skylight construction is illustrated as a step flash skylight including a rigid plastic curb frame having a base frame and overlying sash frame. A retainer is provided for supporting glazing plates over the sash frame. The PVC base frame is firmly secured to the wooden base frame by interlocking with the wooden base frame. Hinge members interconnect a base frame and sash frame of the rigid curb frame providing water tight sealing between the hinge members.

Abstract: A technique for sealing a skylight at its curb frame about an opening in a building and in which the sealing technique is a dry sealing technique. In accordance with the invention, means are provided for directly securing the curb frame to the building. A flexible flashing flange extends from the base of the curb frame and is disposed about the periphery of the curb frame having a plurality of elongated spaced upstanding ribs that form flow diverters extending peripherally about the curb frame. The plurality of elongated spaced upstanding ribs are preferably provided in spaced sets each of a plurality of ribs.

Abstract: A skylight that may have a domed-type or flat-type glazing and which is adapted to fit within the opening of a roof or the like. The skylight includes a peripheral curb frame that may include a base frame and an operating leaf frame. A retainer is used for securing the skylight cover over the curb frame. The curb frame is preferably constructed of a rigid plastic material having high temperature resistant properties. A glazing cushioning member is disposed between the retainer and the curb frame for providing positioning and cushioning regarding the edge of the glazing. The glazing cushioning member also receives a securing bolt and is dimensioned to control the tightening of the retainer against the glazing. A sealing gasket is provided integral with the frame and, in one embodiment, seals between frame sections, and in another embodiment, seals with the skylight glazing.

Abstract: A skylight adapted to fit within the opening of a roof or the like having a peripheral curb frame which is fixed to the roof about the opening. The frame is constructed of a plastic material and includes a retainer for securing the skylight cover over the curb frame. A securing clip is employed for providing positive interlocking with the curb frame.

Abstract: A skylight adapted to fit within the opening of a roof or the like having a peripheral curb frame which is fixed to the roof about the opening. The frame is constructed of a plastic material and includes a retainer for securing the skylight cover over the curb frame. A header gasket is provided between the curb frame and retainer and interlocks respectively therewith.