This Fixed-Wing Drone is Perfect For Carrying Supplies to the Stricken
Rahul Kalvapalle — January 23, 2016 — Tech
References: autelrobotics & trendhunter
Drone maker Autel Robotics has come up with an inventive and high-tech fixed-wing drone that is capable of taking off vertically and transitioning into a more conventional fixed-wing flight mode once it gets up and going in the air.
This unmanned drone, labelled the Kestrel, is capable of exhibiting a range of up to 100 km and can attain a top speed of 64 km/h. The tail and nose sections can be separated for convenient transportation. The drone can also make use of automatically generating flight routes and a safety system that safely guides it to the ground if the motor fails.
This fixed-wing drone has a whole range of applications in the agricultural and humanitarian contexts. The payload makes the drone perfect for carrying supplies to civilians in stricken areas.
This unmanned drone, labelled the Kestrel, is capable of exhibiting a range of up to 100 km and can attain a top speed of 64 km/h. The tail and nose sections can be separated for convenient transportation. The drone can also make use of automatically generating flight routes and a safety system that safely guides it to the ground if the motor fails.
This fixed-wing drone has a whole range of applications in the agricultural and humanitarian contexts. The payload makes the drone perfect for carrying supplies to civilians in stricken areas.
Trend Themes
1. Vertical Takeoff Drones - The development of drones that can take off vertically opens up possibilities for efficient and versatile airborne operations.
2. Fixed-wing Drone Technology - The advancement of fixed-wing drone technology allows for greater range, speed, and payload capacity, making them suitable for various industries and applications.
3. Autonomous Flight Systems - The integration of autonomous flight systems in drones enhances safety, efficiency, and ease of use for both commercial and humanitarian purposes.
Industry Implications
1. Agricultural - The use of fixed-wing drones in agriculture enables efficient crop monitoring, precision spraying, and remote sensing for improved productivity and sustainability.
2. Logistics and Supply Chain - The deployment of vertical takeoff drones in the logistics and supply chain industry can revolutionize last-mile delivery, reducing costs and expanding delivery reach.
3. Humanitarian Aid - Humanitarian organizations can leverage fixed-wing drones with large payload capacity to deliver essential supplies to disaster-stricken areas quickly and efficiently.
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