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Mark J. Bergee0
David S. Duggan0
Jerry L. Petersen0
Vince R. Longhi0
Billy B. Pate0
David A. Felio0
Date of Patent
March 11, 2008
Patent Application Number
10871612
Date Filed
June 18, 2004
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Patent abstract
Embodiments are disclosed for a vehicle control system and related sub-components that together provide an operator with a plurality of specific modes of operation, wherein various modes of operation incorporate different levels of autonomous control. Through a control user interface, an operator can move between certain modes of control even after vehicle deployment. Specialized autopilot system components and methods are employed to ensure smooth transitions between control modes. Empowered by the multi-modal control system, an operator can even manage multiple vehicles simultaneously.
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