Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)-Prospects and Problems

Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV’s) is a method designed to deliver small/lightweight packages which we have heard as delivery drones. A typical drone has rechargeable batteries in it and would require four to eight propellers in order to produce thrust and connect parcel’s/packages to the drone’s body. It can be handled remotely.

Drones are employed in locations where the possibility of using traditional vehicles are difficult. Delivery drones have the capacity to revolutionise last-mile delivery for smaller and lighter products.

Drone delivery has piqued the interest of businesses and customers alike, with the retail industry leading the way in terms of adoption. Drone-delivered goods are not yet commonplace, but they will be very soon. Amazon and other internet behemoths are experimenting with drone delivery services in order to improve the efficiency of their delivery services and provide customers with speedier deliveries.

What role will drone delivery play in the future? Drone deliveries will be widely adopted, according to BI Intelligence. Because of technical challenges, governmental impediments, and market acceptability, we still have a few years for the full-fledged utilization. Although drone technology is progressing, more research is required before authorities permit drone deliveries in residential areas. Furthermore, the United States has various regulations that require pilots to be licenced.

Consumers would be able to receive their items more quickly. Although technology is not yet as reliable as it could be, the future may bring deliveries that are free of human mistake. Consumers and businesses could save money by avoiding the costs of shipping and postal services.

Few Obstacles to Drone Delivery

  1. Is it legal? -Because drone deliveries are not allowed in many areas, universal consent is required before they can be widely adopted.
  2. Package Dimensions -Drone delivery is limited to smaller items, therefore larger items like electronics and furniture cannot be delivered.
  3. Weather- Drone deliveries are hampered by weather conditions. Deliveries are hampered by bad weather such as high winds, heavy rains, or snow.
  4. Birds as a Reason-Drones may fail to deliver if they are attacked by a bird.
  5. Theft-Because drone deliveries are unattended, there is a substantial risk of theft. To steal the merchandise, criminals can interfere with the drone unit. A drone’s destruction would also result in a financial loss of at least $500 per unit.

Investors in company stock may enjoy some savings if costs are reduced. Those who deliver parcels will have their occupations automated and may lose their jobs as a result and moreover, now that drones can utilise their built-in camera and Global Positioning System to pinpoint particular houses, consumers’ privacy may become a thing of the past.

Dr. Karpagavalli. G
MBA-DSCE

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