In 2010, Tara's squadron was shut down and she decided to look for a new career opportunity. She made this decision because of her marital life. She considered a drone squadron. She chose to go a different direction. Drones, a relatively new part of the US army, are fast becoming an important part military operations. The US military is currently developing new drones for a variety of tasks.
Commercial drones
Drones that are commercially available for military use are quickly becoming commonplace. There are many reasons why. These unmanned aircraft are gaining in popularity and will be used for a variety of purposes. Drones can deliver packages and parcels as well as military surveillance. Drones are becoming cheaper and more accessible. Many start-ups are creating new models and technologies that will benefit both the military sector and civilians.
RQ-4 HALE
The US Marine Corps has been testing RQ-4 HALE drones for downloading data. The capability was tested during a recent North Carolina-based field exercise. The 2nd Intelligence Battalion of the II Marine Expeditionary Force managed to overcome a hardware failure to collect information in a communications-denied environment. The RQ-4 is a proven weapon in drone combat and has a long track record of success for the US military.
Northrop Grumman X-47B
US Navy recently spent more $1.8 million to develop its stealth UAV. These unmanned aerial vehicles can perform autonomous wave-off and multiple landings. The US Navy had hoped that these drones could be used for maritime surveillance and counter-terrorism operations, but the X-47B was far too costly. Instead, it was scrapped. The US military is currently working on new UAVs. They include drones that could replace piloted planes.
Switchblade tactical Drone
A tactical drone capable of high-altitude combat is key to ensuring that US troops are ahead of their enemy. The Switchblade uses GPS and infrared cameras to fire a concentrated blast from a forward-firing shotgun missile. The missile also receives the blast, which throws pellets at the same time. The Switchblade's payload cameras are equipped with sensors and a high-explosive warhead. The resulting strike is very destructive and can take out light armored vehicles and other targets in the field. It is also easy to cancel a mission in mid-flight, which allows operators to engage a secondary target or minimize collateral damage.
X-47B
After the success of the X-47B in 2011, the US Navy began exploring next-generation air dominance platform options. UCLASS, also known as Unmanned Carrier-Launched Airborne Surveillance and Strike was created. UCLASS builds upon the technology validation of X-47 and aims at creating fully autonomous strike- and ISR aircraft. The X-47B, which is a carrier-based deep strike capability capable of providing significant US military capabilities, will fill that gap.
RQ-7 Shadow
US military currently tests RQ-7 Shadow drones in the war against terror. This system could monitor an area of four kilometers from a distance three thousand metres or twelve hundred foot. The US Army proposes an upgrade of the Shadow drone, the Shadow 152A. This upgrade includes Soldier Radio Waveform Software. The sensors of the drone are not able to function in rain or clouds.
FAQ
Does the FAA regulate drones?
The FAA oversees all aspects drone operations including safety standards and certification requirements.
Which US states make drones legal?
Legally, you can operate a drone to perform hobby tasks. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has set up guidelines that allow people to use small unmanned aircraft systems (UASs). Before UASs can be flown, they must be registered with FAA. The FAA also allows commercial operators to fly these devices if certain conditions are met.
Where Are Drones Banned?
The FAA bans drones flying in restricted areas such as airports, stadiums or sporting events, nuclear power stations, hospitals, prisons, and other sensitive areas. However, they do allow them to fly at night using GPS technology.
What is the best drone to buy for beginners?
The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ is a popular beginner drone. This model is equipped with a 4K cam, which allows for high-quality aerial photos as well as videos. This drone can be navigated using the built-in GPS.
Statistics
- According to Indeed, a drone pilot gets paid $25.73 per hour on average in the US. (dronesgator.com)
- Research and Markets predict a growth rate of 51.1% over the next five years. (thedroneu.com)
- With the top 10% making over $100/h and the bottom 10% making as low as $10/h. (dronesgator.com)
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How To
How to film yourself with a drone
Filming yourself with a drone is very easy. You just need a camera, a remote controller, and a smartphone. The FAA (Federal Aviation Administration), is the first place you need to go. Then, you need to buy a quadcopter. This type of drone comes with four rotors, allowing it fly in multiple directions.
After you purchase your drone, connect it to your computer using a USB cable. Next, open the software of your drone.
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Connect the drone's battery and the power source to your laptop.
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You can check the drone's webcam to verify that it's functioning properly. If you don’t see any images on the screen check that there are no problems with the connection between your drone to the computer.
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Turn on WiFi on your drone. In the field "IPAdresse", enter the IP Address of your computer.
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Select "Open Camera" from the menu.
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You should set the image quality to HD 1080p.
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Click on "Record" then click on “Start Recording."
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Close the webcam app after you are done recording.
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Save the video file to your hard disk.
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Last, upload the video file to YouTube from another computer.
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Share your video on social media such as Facebook.