Google has been granted a patent for a mobile delivery receptacle, progressing its Project Wing; the name of the Google X lab research division in charge of drones, which plans to start commercial drone delivery in 2017. The patent, published by US Patent and Trademark Office on Monday, describes how an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) could be used as a “container or receptacle for goods that are delivered from one location to The device will allow for "safe, secure delivery of packages to delivery locations," according to the patent filing. The receptacle would use infra-red sensors to connect with drones in the air and guide them for delivery. After receipt of the package, the mobile receptacle would place it in a safe location, such as a garage.
Google has been granted a patent for a mobile delivery receptacle, progressing its Project Wing; the name of the Google X lab research division in charge of drones, which plans to start commercial drone delivery in 2017. The drawing shows a box-like device on wheels with infra-red sensors and a hole in the top. The device will allow for "safe, secure delivery of packages to delivery locations," according to the patent filing. The receptacle would use infra-red sensors to connect with drones in the air and guide them for delivery. After receipt of the package, the mobile receptacle would place it in a safe location, such as a garage.