Drones, or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), are remote-controlled or autonomous technologies equipped with advanced features such as GPS and infrared cameras, originally developed for military use. Their applications have expanded significantly into civilian sectors, with individuals using drones for agriculture, journalism, and recreational activities like drone racing. The future of drones continues to look promising, especially in enhancing aerial mobility and conducting operations with minimal risk to human aircrew.

1. Running head: Drone technology
Running head: Drone technology
Drone technology
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Introduction
Drones are unmanned aerial vehicles. They are remote
controlled and others can fly autonomously. Commonly
classified as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV), they rely on
artificial intelligent technology to complete missions. Drones
are equipped with state of the art technology. They are fitted
with infra-red cameras, GPS trackers, magnetometer and LED
light indicators and gyroscope technology devices. Drones are
installed with operating windows and sensors which make them
easy to control. Drones were developed by military IT experts
for policing and surveillance purpose, (Benjamin, 2014). In the
21st century, the use of drones has expanded rapidly.
Background of drone technology
The use of drones for military functions started in the 19th

2. century. At this time drones were mostly used to train military
personnel on antiaircraft techniques. These drones were
launched from a station to transport bombs. They were used
once. Most of them exploded after launching designated
missiles and bombs. Today, the United States Air force has
successfully pioneered the effective use of drones. The military
is able to successfully sent drones to high risk flying war zones,
(Nijhout, 2003).
Thomas 2014, argues that military use of drone has
demonstrated the possibility of carrying out high risk operations
with zero aircrew casualties. The drones don’t just carry
payloads; they can be instructed to hit a specific target in a busy
market, take photos and retrieve within a few seconds. Drones
seem to have a bright future in combating terrorism and in
engaging in more difficult tasks such as air-to-air combat
missions.
The use of drones has extended to civilian use. Actually,
individuals are buying more drones than military organizations.
Most individuals would like to own a drone for agricultural and
commercial purposes. The use of drones is likely to extend in
journalism and recreational fields through the introduction of
drone racing.
Thesis statement
Drones rely on a comprehensive use of intelligent unmanned
aerial vehicle systems (IUVS), the incorporation of advanced
computer applications, Radar technologies and communication
devices for achieving safer and more efficient aerial mobility.
References
Benjamin,W.T.(2014).The Future of Violence. Robots and
Drones. Merrywalks: Amberley publishing Limited.

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