This document discusses the history and types of drones. It begins with a brief history of drones, noting they can operate autonomously or be remotely piloted. The document then discusses advantages like their use in media, and disadvantages such as legal restrictions. Finally, it outlines different categories of drones based on size, range, aerial platform, abilities, and concludes noting the need to regulate drone use to balance benefits with protecting civil liberties.

1. DRONES

2. INDEX:
 HISTORY
 FEATURES
 ADVANTAGES
 DISADVANTAGES
 TYPES OF DRONES
 CONCLUSION

3.  History:
 An Unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) is a Unmanned
Aerial Vehicle. UAVs include both autonomous (means they
can do it alone) drones and remotely piloted
vehicles (RPVs).
 A UAV is capable of controlled, sustained level flight and is
powered by a jet, reciprocating, or electric engine. In the
21st century, technology reached a point of sophistication
that the UAV is now being given a greatly expanded role in
many areas of aviation.
 A UAV differs from a cruise missile in that a UAV is
intended to be recovered after its mission, while a cruise
missile impacts its target. A military UAV may carry and fire
munitions on board, while a cruise missile is a munitions.

4. FEATURES OF DRONES:

5.  Drones are very popular because mass media
networks patronize its functionality and
efficiency when capturing videos and images.
You will notice that drones are common in
touristy areas due to travel blogger promotions.
Video bloggers use drones to further increase
the popularity of their videos; hence, promoting
the device to other new Loggers. Travel
companies use drones to maximize the tourism
potential of an area that is popular to all
tourists.
ADVANTAGES

6. DISADVANTAGES:
 There are concerns or troubles in drones that affects
user’s navigation routine. A local government unit
sometimes restricts the use of drones when there is an
ongoing military conflict. Drones are also blocked from
entering a restricted zone such as military facilities that
are conducting experimentation and active military
training inside their camps. These growing restrictions
prompts drone users to consider the rules and
regulations of drone usage to a certain area so that they
will not be subjected to either ethical or legal violations.
User violators are at risk for legal apprehension that
could mandate them to pay for financial compensation
or imprisonment for several days if caught violating laws.

7. TYPES OF DRONES:

8.  DEPENDING ON SIZE

9. DEPENDING ON RANGE
 Very Close Range
 Toy drones usually come under this category. These drones have a range of
around 5km. They can stay in the air for 20 minutes or longer, up to an hour.
 Close Range
 These can be controlled from up to 50km away from the user. A powerful
battery allows them to stay in the air for up to 6 hours. The military uses
these drones often.
 Short Range
 The drones which can be controlled from 150km away are known as short
range drones. They can stay airborne for up to 12 hours, and are another
breed of drones that are popular for the purpose of spying and surveillance.
 Mid-Range
 You can control these drones from as far away as 650km! While surveillance
is a natural use for these drones, they are also a popular choice for
collection of scientific data relating to the weather, and geology of a
particular region.

10. DEPENDING ON THE TYPE OF AERIAL PLATFORM
 Multi Rotor
 These drones carry several motors on their bodies. They can stay in a
stable position in one spot in the air for a long time, so they are a
popular choice for aerial photography and surveillance.
 Fixed Wing
 The other major drone design consists of the fixed wing model, where
the drone mimics the construction style of aeroplanes. These drones
cannot stay in one place, but instead glide on their set path for as
long as their energy source permits.
 Single Rotor
 A single rotor is used to fly the drone, while another, smaller rotor
near the tail controls the direction. Also known as RC helicopters,
these drones are more efficient than multi-rotor drones. They can fly
higher, stay in one position without spinning, and often use gas to
power their bodies instead of electricity.

12. DEPENDING ON ABILITIES
 Quad copters
 The most popular model on the market, the quad copter uses 4
rotors positioned at the ends of a square on the drone body.
This design is used to create toy drones as well as bigger,
worker drones.
 GPS Drones
 These drones are linked to satellites via GPS. The drones
makes use of the satellite to decide the direction of their flight,
and return to the owner after running out of battery.
 RTF Drones
 Ready-to-fly drones are quick and easy to use. Simply buy the
drone, take it out of the box fully assembled, and charge it up.
A great point of introduction to the world of drone flying!

13.  Trick Drones
 Small, fast and manoeuvrable, trick drones are usually used as
toys, and can perform barrel rolls, flips and other flashy and
entertaining moves in the air. They do not usually come with
extra accessories that might weight them down.
 Helicopter Drones
 This model uses a single rotor to stay up in the air. It resembles
a remote-control helicopter that can stay in the air for a long
time.
 Delivery Drones
 These are fast becoming a popular choice with companies that
need to move inventory. Delivery drones have an anchor or
basket attached to their body where the package can be affixed
and transported by the drone.

14. CONCLUSION:
 It is obvious that drone technology is an important part of the
future of warfare and is set to become a big commercial
industry. The fact that drones capabilities pose a threat to the
liberties of people around the globe is also apparent.
Legislating on drones now is of paramount importance because
it sets the necessary limitations to protect rights as drones are
used in the future.
Limitations must be put in place as to where the line between
effective drone use and excessive drone use is. Drones have
the potential to become a vital part of society, but they also
come with a lot of disadvantages. For every successful drone
strike on foreign soil, many more innocents are killed.

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