There are some ingenious umbrella products that either offer high-tech or hands-free features, but the Umbrella Drone sets itself apart by providing both for complete weather protection.
The Umbrella Drone from Drones Direct takes the form of a DJI Phantom 4 drone that is set up with a yellow umbrella on top. As one might imagine, the drone is designed to follow a person's movements via the GPS system on one's phone, making it possible to stay dry without holding the handle of an umbrella. To keep its movements as seamless as possible, the drone is also equipped with technology to avoid obstacles.
The inventive Umbrella Drone has the potential to change umbrella design in the future, however it is not yet affordable to the masses, as a single drone is valued at $1,600.
What's Driving This Trend
- High-tech Umbrellas
- The combination of traditional products with high-technology provides new ways to innovate in the umbrella industry.
- Weather Drones
- The use of drones for weather protection creates a new space for innovation and design.
- Obstacle Avoidance Technology
- The implementation of intelligent navigation and obstacle avoidance technology opens up opportunities for new applications such as smart surveillance systems.
Who This Affects Most
- Consumer Electronics
- Consumer Electronics companies could manufacture high end umbrella drones for high net worth individuals.
- Logistics and Delivery
- The logistics and delivery industry could make use of these drones to protect their cargo from weather conditions.
- Surveillance Security
- The use of obstacle avoidance technology in weather drones can also serve as an innovative tool for surveillance and security.
