1. An intelligent payload release system (100) integrated physically to an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) and virtually to a computer, the said system comprising: a payload enclosure assembly (101), a control unit, and a communication and power interface wherein: (i) the payload assembly (101) comprises of a system housing (102), a payload holder (103), a payload (104) encased in a safety lever band (105), a safety lever (106), a safety pin (107) and an actuator (108); (ii) the system housing (102) is clamped to the payload (104) and encompasses at least a microcontroller, a barometric sensor, a band holder servo (102a) and a battery, the said barometric sensor and band holder servo (102a) integrated to the microcontroller board; (iii) the band holder servo (102a) comprises a server arm mounted to the servo to hold the safety lever band (105) which in turn holds the safety lever (106); (iv) the actuator (108) comprises an actuator arm, link and screw which together hold the safety pin (107); (v) the safety pin (107) holds the payload (104) with the payload holder (103) thereby preventing the payload (104) from dropping from the UAV; (vi) the control unit comprises of a transmitter, a switch, and a microprocessor wherein the transmitter controls the movement of the actuator (108) when the switch is clicked, and the microprocessor is embedded with AI algorithms responsible for real-time decision-making, release logic computation, and adaptive payload control; (vii) the communication and power interface facilitates signal transmission between the UAV’s flight controller and the control unit of the intelligent payload release system (100) while providing power to the actuator (108) and microprocessor; and, (viii) the payload enclosure assembly (101), control unit, and communication and power interface are configured to an artificial intelligence algorithm comprising an interface into which predefined mission parameters namely target area and release altitude, can be plugged-in and the said algorithm processes the said parameters to establish initial release conditions of the payload (104).

2. The intelligent payload release system (100) claimed in claim 1 wherein the payload (104) is a seed package.

3. The intelligent payload release system (100) claimed in claim 1 wherein the payload (104) is a munition.

4. The intelligent payload release system (100) claimed in claim 1 wherein the payload (104) is a disaster relief package.

5. A method of releasing payload from a UAV integrated with the intelligent payload release system (100), the method comprising the steps of: (i) manually predefining mission parameters namely target area, release altitude, dispersion profile into the interface of the artificial intelligence algorithm configured to the intelligent payload release system (100) whereby the algorithm establishes the initial release conditions of the payload (104); (ii) manually flying the UAV to a target altitude and when the target altitude is reached, triggering the safety pin (107) removal wherein the switch in the control unit of the intelligent payload release system (100) is switched on, thereby displacing the actuator arm which in turn removes the link and the safety pin (107), thereby leading to the free fall of the payload (104); (iii) during the free fall of the payload (104), the artificial intelligence algorithm continuously executes predictive computations to estimate the payload’s altitude and dynamic behaviour, determining the optimal moment for actuation based on real-time conditions and programmed logic; (iv) when the barometric sensor in the intelligent payload release system (100) detects the targeted release/ deployment altitude, the algorithm transmits an activation signal to the control unit of the intelligent payload release system (100), wherein the servo arm mounted on the band holder servo (102a) is displaced, releasing the safety lever band (105) which simultaneously releases the safety lever (106) mid-air, resulting in payload dispersion; and, (v) post the payload (104) reaching the ground with minimal impact velocity, the system logs flight and actuation data, which can be analysed for performance optimization in subsequent missions.

Description:AN INTELLIGENT PAYLOAD RELEASE SYSTEM AND METHOD THEREOF
FIELD OF INVENTION
The present invention relates to the field of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)–based autonomous payload delivery systems, relating particularly to the development of artificial intelligence-assisted, altitude-aware release mechanisms for precise and safe deployment of payloads from high altitudes. The present invention specifically discloses an intelligent payload release system comprising sensor-driven environmental awareness and adaptive actuation control to enhance the accuracy, reliability, and efficiency of aerial delivery operations.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) have become an essential component of modern aerial operations across both defence and civilian domains, offering capabilities for surveillance, logistics, agriculture, and environmental management. Despite significant advances in flight control, autonomy, and endurance, payload delivery mechanisms in UAV systems remain largely dependent on low-altitude operations or manual actuation, which restricts mission efficiency, safety, and precision.
Existing UAV payload release technologies often rely on simple servo-triggered systems, timer-based releases, or mechanical drop mechanisms that require the UAV to descend to low altitudes typically below 100 m above ground level to ensure stable deployment. These low-altitude profiles increase the risk of collision, exposure to ground obstacles or threats, and energy consumption, while offering limited adaptability to changing atmospheric conditions such as wind or turbulence. Moreover, such mechanisms lack altitude awareness and autonomous decision-making, resulting in inconsistent payload release. Consistent payload release is particularly important in agricultural or environmental applications where uniform coverage is essential and in defence applications where munitions are to be deployed at safe altitudes without compromising on the safety of the UAVs while simultaneously ensuring precise deployment.
Korean Patent Application KR20190099744A discloses a flying drone equipped with a cartridge capable of accurately dropping a hand grenade to a target point with stable fixation of explosives during flight and reliable pin removal during delivery while being sequentially performed at a time difference. However, the invention claimed by the said Korean patent application is a mechanically complex, weapon-centric hand grenade release cartridge controlled by ground commands, and lacks real-time environmental sensing, and therefore risks imprecise deployment, especially when deployed from high altitudes.
Chinese Patent Application CN202311524789A relates to an unmanned aerial vehicle flight path planning method and related device to meet agricultural pollination requirements. In one embodiment, the device disclosed by the said patent application is a pollination device claimed to be installed under a drone, having (i) a precise control system according to actual operating conditions to ensure uniform and efficient pollination, (ii) magnetic or electric technology wherein magnetic technology is used to quickly disperse pollen and electric technology is used to precisely control the amount of pollen released, (iii) multiple sensors (radar, optical and GPS) to support high-speed accurate real-time environment perception and operation effect monitoring. However, the said patent specification fails to disclose any construction or working of the claimed device. It further fails to disclose precise and safe deployment of payloads from high altitudes.
US 16/073,767 discloses a system and method for controlling an unmanned vehicle and releasing a payload from the same wherein the disclosed UAV is designed and configured to intervene in a remote environment, by using a variety of autonomous and/or remotely-triggered behaviours to safely and accurately deliver a payload to one or more target destinations. The UAV uses a combination of sensors, computer systems, and human agents nearby the targets to assist the UAV pilot in identifying and tracking targets before dropping payloads on target. The release of the payload may take place while the UAV is in the air or when it has landed at the target. However, the controlled release mechanism disclosed by the said patent application for payload release relies on either a servo-triggered mechanism or mechanical drop mechanism, which require the UAV to descend to low altitudes to ensure stable deployment.
Korean Patent Application KR20180071981A discloses a dropping method for hand grenade using drones. The said patent discloses that the hand grenade is inductively coupled with a drone through magnetic force to quickly and rapidly couple with the drone, thereby enabling the drone to be used to quickly move and drop a grenade to a desired location, thereby enabling the grenade to be used safely in a wartime situation, preventing accidents caused by a grenade falling on the friendly side when thrown directly by a person, enabling the grenade to be dropped reliably into enemy territory, and diversifying the usability of the grenade. However, the method disclosed by the cited patent application lacks real-time environmental sensing or altitude awareness and therefore risks imprecise and unsafe deployment.
The above cited prior art documents do not collectively account for real-time environmental sensing (altitude, airspeed, ballistics (if applicable), wind, etc.), high-altitude deployment so safety of drones is not compromised, and precise deployment based on accurate release trajectory calculated from real-time parameters. The said prior art documents rely primarily on manual triggers, timers, or low-altitude deployments of payloads, which compromise operational safety, accuracy, and payload effectiveness. These systems require drones to descend to near-ground levels to ensure precise release, thereby increasing vulnerability to environmental hazards, ground obstacles, and mission inefficiency. Therefore, there is a need in the art to provide an intelligent payload release system comprising sensor-driven environmental awareness and adaptive actuation control to enhance the accuracy, reliability, and efficiency of aerial delivery operations.
OBJECTIVES OF THE INVENTION
The primary objective of the present invention is to provide an intelligent payload release system that comprises altitude-aware release mechanisms for precise and safe deployment of payloads from high altitudes.
Another objective of the present invention is to provide an intelligent payload release system which comprises environmental-awareness and adaptive actuation control for accurate, reliable and efficient payload delivery.
Yet another objective of the present invention is to provide an intelligent payload release system which finds application across multiple domains that require high-altitude, controlled payload release and dispersion, such as defence and aerospace operations for munition delivery, logistics for medical or relief package drops, and environmental and agricultural missions such as precision seed dispersal and aerial reforestation.
Yet another objective of the present invention is to provide a method of releasing payload from a UAV from high altitudes, ensuring optimized timing, consistent coverage, and reduced dependence on low-altitude hovering or manual intervention.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
The invention disclosed by the present patent application is an intelligent payload release system (100) integrated physically to an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) and virtually to a computer, the said system comprising: a payload enclosure assembly (101), a control unit, and a communication and power interface wherein:
(i) the payload assembly (101) comprises of a system housing (102), a payload holder (103), a payload (104) encased in a safety lever band (105), a safety lever (106), a safety pin (107) and an actuator (108);
(ii) the system housing (102) is clamped to the payload (104) and encompasses at least a microcontroller, a barometric sensor, a band holder servo (102a) and a battery, the said barometric sensor and band holder servo (102a) integrated to the microcontroller board;
(iii) the band holder servo (102a) comprises a server arm mounted to the servo to hold the safety lever band (105) which in turn holds the safety lever (106);
(iv) the actuator (108) comprises an actuator arm (108a), link (108b) and screw which together hold the safety pin (107);
(v) the safety pin (107) holds the payload (104) with the payload holder (103) thereby preventing the payload (104) from dropping from the UAV;
(vi) the control unit comprises of a transmitter, a switch, and a microprocessor wherein the transmitter controls the movement of the actuator (108) when the switch is clicked, and the microprocessor is embedded with AI algorithms responsible for real-time decision-making, release logic computation, and adaptive payload control;
(vii) the communication and power interface facilitates signal transmission between the UAV’s flight controller and the control unit of the intelligent payload release system (100) while providing power to the actuator (108) and microprocessor; and,
(viii) the payload enclosure assembly (101), control unit, and communication and power interface are configured to an artificial intelligence algorithm comprising an interface into which predefined mission parameters namely target area, release altitude which is the altitude from which the payload release is predefined, can be plugged-in and the said algorithm processes the said parameters to establish initial release conditions of the payload (104).
The present patent application further discloses a method of releasing payload from a UAV integrated with the intelligent payload release system (100) disclosed herein, from high altitudes, wherein the payload release is executed in two stages: the first stage involving the removal of the safety pin (107) and second stage involving the release of the safety lever (106). The said method comprises the steps of:
(i) manually predefining mission parameters namely target area, release altitude, dispersion profile into the interface of the artificial intelligence algorithm configured to the intelligent payload release system (100) whereby the algorithm establishes the initial release conditions of the payload (104);
(ii) manually flying the UAV to a target altitude and when the target altitude is reached, triggering the safety pin (107) removal wherein the switch in the control unit of the intelligent payload release system (100) is switched on, thereby displacing the actuator arm which in turn removes the link and the safety pin (107), thereby leading to the free fall of the payload (104);
(iii) during the free fall of the payload (104), the artificial intelligence algorithm continuously executes predictive computations to estimate the payload’s altitude and dynamic behaviour, determining the optimal moment for actuation based on real-time conditions and programmed logic;
(iv) when the barometric sensor in the intelligent payload release system (100) detects the targeted release/ deployment altitude, the algorithm transmits an activation signal to the control unit of the intelligent payload release system (100), wherein the servo arm mounted on the band holder servo (102a) is displaced, releasing the safety lever band (105) which simultaneously releases the safety lever (106) mid-air, resulting in payload dispersion; and,
(v) post the payload (104) reaching the ground with minimal impact velocity, the system logs flight and actuation data, which can be analysed for performance optimization in subsequent missions.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
Figure 1 is a diagrammatic representation of the intelligent payload release system (100) when the intelligent payload release system (100) wherein the payload (104) is a seed package.
Figure 1(a) is a diagrammatic representation of the seed package (104) before safety pin removal (107).
Figure 1(b) is a diagrammatic representation of the seed package (104) during safety pin removal (107).
Figure 1(c) is a diagrammatic representation of the seed package (104) dropping.
Figure 1(d) is a diagrammatic representation of the seed package (104) in air.
Figure 1(e) is a diagrammatic representation of the safety band servo release.
Figure 1(f) is a diagrammatic representation of the band release.
Figure 1(g) is a diagrammatic representation of the seed package (104) separation mid-air.
Figure 2 is a diagrammatic representation of the intelligent payload release system (100) when the intelligent payload release system (100) wherein the payload (104) is a hand grenade.
Figure 2(a) is a diagrammatic representation of the hand grenade (104) before the removal of the safety pin (107).
Figure 2(b) is a diagrammatic representation of the hand grenade (104) after the removal of the safety pin (107).
Figure 2(c) is a diagrammatic representation of the hand grenade (104) before mid-air release.
Figure 2(d) is a diagrammatic representation of the hand grenade (104) during mid-air release.
Figure 2(e) is a diagrammatic representation of the hand grenade (104) after mid-air release.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
Throughout this specification, the use of the word “comprise” and variations such as “comprises” and “comprising” may imply the inclusion of an element or elements not specifically recited.
The intelligent payload release system disclosed herein is an advanced AI-integrated payload release and control system designed to enhance the precision, efficiency, and safety of UAV operations. The present invention introduces an intelligent mechanism that automates the process of payload deployment from high altitudes, ensuring optimized timing, consistent coverage, and reduced dependence on low-altitude hovering or manual intervention.
The present invention provides a multi-domain solution adaptable to agriculture, defence, disaster relief, and environmental restoration. Its modular architecture allows customization for various payload types, ranging from seed capsules and fertilizer pods to emergency medical kits or controlled munitions.
By combining artificial intelligence with mechanical precision, the intelligent payload release system disclosed herein establishes a new paradigm for autonomous payload deployment. It significantly improves operational efficiency, enables high-altitude precision release, minimizes UAV exposure to low-altitude turbulence or obstacles, and ensures repeatable, data-driven mission outcomes.
The present invention integrates artificial-intelligence-based decision algorithms with real-time environmental sensing and programmable actuation to optimize the release sequence, descent profile, and dispersion accuracy of the payload without requiring the UAV to enter low-altitude, high-risk flight zones.
The intelligent payload release system (100) disclosed herein is integrated physically to an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) and virtually to a computer, wherein the said system comprises a microprocessor-based computing module embedded with AI algorithms responsible for real-time decision making, release logic computation, and adaptive payload control. The system (100) further comprises a payload assembly (101) which is a lightweight mechanical structure that houses the payload (104) which is encased in a safety lever band (105). The assembly (101) includes a programmable actuator (108) responsible for controlled detachment of the safety lever band (105) during descent. The system (100) also comprises a communication and power interface which facilitates signal transmission between the UAV’s flight controller and the control unit of the intelligent payload release system (100) while providing stable power to the actuator (108) and microprocessor.
In the preferred embodiment of the present invention, the payload holder (103) is a structurally balanced enclosure designed to minimize aerodynamic drag and maintain stability during free-fall. It is optimized to sustain mechanical stresses during release and descent.
In an embodiment of the present invention, the payload (104) is a seed package.
In another embodiment of the present invention, the payload (104) is a hand grenade.
EXAMPLE 1 OF THE INVENTION:
In a specific example of the present invention, as indicated in Figure 1, in an agricultural seeding application, the UAV equipped with a seed package, releases from a height of approximately 300 m above ground level. During descent, the on-board sensor continuously monitors altitude, and when the payload reaches the targeted altitude threshold—for example, 60 m above ground level —the controller activates the release mechanism that removes the band encasing the payload. Once released, the seeds disperse naturally in the air, covering a wide area before reaching the ground with minimal impact velocity. This controlled sequence ensures uniform seed distribution, gentle descent, and effective coverage, even under variable wind conditions, while maintaining UAV operational safety by avoiding low-altitude hovering.
Operation process flow:
(i) Mission initialization: The operator predefines mission parameters such as target area, release altitude (e.g., 300 m above ground level), and dispersion profile within the artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm’s interface. The AI algorithm processes these parameters to establish initial release conditions.
(ii) UAV flight and deployment: The UAV ascends to the designated release altitude carrying the band-encased seed package. Once stabilized at 300 m above ground level, the payload is released into free fall through a controlled drop mechanism.
(iii) Descent monitoring and AI evaluation: During descent, the AI algorithm continuously executes predictive computations to estimate the payload’s altitude and dynamic behaviour. It determines the optimal moment for actuation based on real-time conditions and programmed logic.
(iv) Triggering the release mechanism: Upon reaching the targeted deployment altitude (e.g., approximately 60 m above ground level), the AI algorithm transmits an activation signal to the actuator. The actuator immediately disengages the retaining safety lever band around the seed package.
(v) Payload dispersion: Once the band is released, the payload opens, allowing natural air dispersion of seeds. The aerodynamic drag ensures a gentle and stable descent, enabling uniform seed distribution across the intended field.
(vi) Ground impact and mission completion: The payload reaches the ground with minimal impact velocity. Post-deployment, the system logs flight and actuation data, which can be analysed for performance optimization in subsequent missions.
Figures 1(a) to 1(g) diagrammatically demonstrate the entire process of the payload (104) release.
EXAMPLE 2 OF THE INVENTION:
In another specific example of the present invention, as demonstrated by Figure 2, in a defence and tactical application, the UAV equipped with a hand grenade, releases from a height of approximately 300 m above ground level. In the said example, the hand grenade is placed and held inside the payload holder which is in the form of a vertical cup. This setup consists of an actuator to which an arm is mounted, the arm is connected to a link and the link is connected to the grenade’s safety pin using a screw. The three parts namely actuator arm, link and the screw together hold the grenade’s safety pin. The safety pin here firmly holds the grenade with the holder thereby preventing the hand grenade dropping from the UAV. In this setup, the actual moving parts are the actuator arm and the link which ensure the removal of the safety pin.
The safety pin removal is caused by the actuator whereby the actuator movement is controlled using a transmitter and a specific switch is assigned for the same. When the switch is clicked, the actuator arm gets displaced which thereby removes the link and the pin. As a result, the safety pin is removed and the hand grenade falls.
Figure 2(a) is a diagrammatic representation of the hand grenade (104) before the removal of the safety pin (107) and Figure 2(b) is a diagrammatic representation of the hand grenade (104) after the removal of the safety pin (107). Figures 2(c), 2(d) and 2(e) are a diagrammatic representation of the hand grenade (104) before, during, and after mid-air release.
In this example of the present invention, the microcontroller, barometric sensor, band holder servo, and the battery are placed inside a single housing case and the setup is clamped or tied up to the grenade’s main body. For holding the safety lever band, the servo arm mounted to the servo is used which extends out of the housing case. To ensure maximum safety, even after pin removal, the safety lever band firmly holds the grenade’s safety lever without being released. The overall release of the safety lever & the band are arrested with the servo arm.
For deployment of payload release, when the UAV reaches the targeted altitude, the band release system gets activated. At this altitude, Stage 1 i.e., safety pin removal process, is triggered manually and the hand grenade falls. Then the barometric sensor detects the safety lever band release altitude and as a result servo arm is displaced. Now, the band gets released which simultaneously releases the safety lever mid-air and then the hand grenade detonates within 3 to 4 seconds.
In summary, the present invention constitutes an intelligent, altitude-aware payload release system developed to enable high-altitude, precision-controlled deployment of materials such as munitions, relief packages, or agricultural payloads. The present invention addresses the limitations of the prior and existing art through an AI-driven release architecture that enables autonomous, altitude-aware payload deployment from significantly higher altitudes. The technical problem is solved by integrating an AI-based control algorithm that governs the release mechanism in real time according to predefined mission parameters. The invention eliminates the need for external sensors or manual actuation by employing computational logic that interprets altitude thresholds and activates the payload release sequence at the optimal point in descent. By integrating artificial intelligence with autonomous actuation mechanisms, the invention overcomes the conventional constraints of low-altitude operation, manual control, and limited payload release flexibility.
In the agricultural application where a UAV releases a band-encased seed package from approximately 300 meters above ground level, the present invention provides an intelligent control sequence that triggers the band-release mechanism at a pre-determined altitude. This activation enables natural mid-air seed dispersion, ensuring uniform ground coverage and gentle descent dynamics. The technical efficiency of the system arises from the synergy between intelligent computation, optimized release timing, and aerodynamic predictability.
In the defence application where a UAV releases a band-encased grenade from approximately 300 meters above ground level, the present invention provides an intelligent system deploying munition at safe altitudes without compromising on safety of the drones. Existing drone munition release systems need to fly low altitude in order to release the munition, placing the drone at risk from ground attacks and decreasing operational effectiveness. Existing technology includes simple munition release systems without onboard AI-driven release, constraining survivability and tactical capability. Through the integration of AI algorithms working on altitude, airspeed, ballistics, and wind information in real time, the invention computes best release points and trigger parameters, turning ordinary munitions into smart munitions with airburst or delayed impact capabilities, all deployable at high altitude. The present invention therefore provides accurate delivery of munitions from high-altitude UAV flight, increasing safe operating envelope.
It will be apparent to a person skilled in the art that the above description is for illustrative purposes only and should not be considered as limiting. Various modifications, additions, alterations, and improvements without deviating from the spirit and the scope of the invention which may be made by a person skilled in the art, shall still fall within the scope and purview of the present invention. , Claims:WE CLAIM:
1. An intelligent payload release system (100) integrated physically to an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) and virtually to a computer, the said system comprising: a payload enclosure assembly (101), a control unit, and a communication and power interface wherein:
(i) the payload assembly (101) comprises of a system housing (102), a payload holder (103), a payload (104) encased in a safety lever band (105), a safety lever (106), a safety pin (107) and an actuator (108);
(ii) the system housing (102) is clamped to the payload (104) and encompasses at least a microcontroller, a barometric sensor, a band holder servo (102a) and a battery, the said barometric sensor and band holder servo (102a) integrated to the microcontroller board;
(iii) the band holder servo (102a) comprises a server arm mounted to the servo to hold the safety lever band (105) which in turn holds the safety lever (106);
(iv) the actuator (108) comprises an actuator arm, link and screw which together hold the safety pin (107);
(v) the safety pin (107) holds the payload (104) with the payload holder (103) thereby preventing the payload (104) from dropping from the UAV;
(vi) the control unit comprises of a transmitter, a switch, and a microprocessor wherein the transmitter controls the movement of the actuator (108) when the switch is clicked, and the microprocessor is embedded with AI algorithms responsible for real-time decision-making, release logic computation, and adaptive payload control;
(vii) the communication and power interface facilitates signal transmission between the UAV’s flight controller and the control unit of the intelligent payload release system (100) while providing power to the actuator (108) and microprocessor; and,
(viii) the payload enclosure assembly (101), control unit, and communication and power interface are configured to an artificial intelligence algorithm comprising an interface into which predefined mission parameters namely target area and release altitude, can be plugged-in and the said algorithm processes the said parameters to establish initial release conditions of the payload (104).
2. The intelligent payload release system (100) claimed in claim 1 wherein the payload (104) is a seed package.

3. The intelligent payload release system (100) claimed in claim 1 wherein the payload (104) is a munition.

4. The intelligent payload release system (100) claimed in claim 1 wherein the payload (104) is a disaster relief package.

5. A method of releasing payload from a UAV integrated with the intelligent payload release system (100), the method comprising the steps of:
(i) manually predefining mission parameters namely target area, release altitude, dispersion profile into the interface of the artificial intelligence algorithm configured to the intelligent payload release system (100) whereby the algorithm establishes the initial release conditions of the payload (104);
(ii) manually flying the UAV to a target altitude and when the target altitude is reached, triggering the safety pin (107) removal wherein the switch in the control unit of the intelligent payload release system (100) is switched on, thereby displacing the actuator arm which in turn removes the link and the safety pin (107), thereby leading to the free fall of the payload (104);
(iii) during the free fall of the payload (104), the artificial intelligence algorithm continuously executes predictive computations to estimate the payload’s altitude and dynamic behaviour, determining the optimal moment for actuation based on real-time conditions and programmed logic;
(iv) when the barometric sensor in the intelligent payload release system (100) detects the targeted release/ deployment altitude, the algorithm transmits an activation signal to the control unit of the intelligent payload release system (100), wherein the servo arm mounted on the band holder servo (102a) is displaced, releasing the safety lever band (105) which simultaneously releases the safety lever (106) mid-air, resulting in payload dispersion; and,
(v) post the payload (104) reaching the ground with minimal impact velocity, the system logs flight and actuation data, which can be analysed for performance optimization in subsequent missions.