# Brain-Controlled Drones This Technology Will Allow People to Pilot Aircraft Using Their Brainwaves By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2015-02-25 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/braincontrolled-drone References: [bbc](http://www.bbc.com/news/technology-31584547) & [tekevernews.blogspot](http://tekevernews.blogspot.ca/2015/02/using-just-your-brain-to-control-drone.html) Brainflight is a project that is bidding to pull the concept of brain-controlled drones out of the science fiction realm and bring it into reality. The project is the result of a collaboration between four organizations, and is developing drones that can be directly controlled by the human brain. These drones are the result of technology that brings together cutting-edge neuroscience research with the latest in aeronautical engineering. The project itself explores two separate [brain-computer interface](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neurable1) approaches. Recently, the researchers carried out a demonstration in Portugal in which a person wearing an [EEG (electroencephalography) device](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyperx-eeg-headset) was able to pilot a small aircraft. In the long term, brain-controlled drones could reduce the workload of pilots and allow them to focus on more complicated tasks, or could be used to help the [physically disabled pilot aircraft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/think2switch). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 12% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [AI](https://www.trendhunter.com/ai) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Brain-controlled Drones:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Brain-controlled drones can revolutionize the aviation industry by reducing pilot workload and enabling physically disabled individuals to pilot aircraft. - **Neuroscience Research:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Advancements in neuroscience research can lead to breakthroughs in brain-computer interface technology, opening up new possibilities for controlling various devices. - **Aeronautical Engineering:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Advancements in aeronautical engineering can enhance the development of brain-controlled drones, making them more efficient, reliable, and accessible. ### Who This Affects Most - **Aviation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: The aviation industry can benefit from brain-controlled drones to improve pilot efficiency, safety, and accessibility. - **Healthcare:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: The healthcare industry can explore brain-computer interface technology for assisting physically disabled individuals with piloting aircraft or operating other medical devices. - **Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: The technology industry can push the boundaries of brain-controlled drones and brain-computer interfaces, leading to new applications in various sectors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Brainwave-Connected Tech Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/myndplay-myndhub.md) - [Laser-Controlled Military Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lasercontrolled-military-drone.md) - [Artificial Airline Pilots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-pilot.md) - [Mind-Controlled Wheelchair Developments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jos-milln.md) - [Biomimicry Bird-Like Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bionic-bird-xfly.md) - [Mind-Controlled Smart Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/migu-headband.md) - [Neurotechnology Gaming Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neurable-x-hyperx.md) - [AI-Powered Hobby Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skydio-2.md) - [Brainwave-Monitoring Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mw75-neuro.md)