Advancements in drone technology are reducing the barrier to entry.

As this technology becomes more accessible, more consumers are able to join the field.

The largest manufacturer of drones in the world is DJI.

DJI has been running for some years now, but they are by far the biggest players in the game.

Market share owned by DJI in the global drone market

72% (DJI is the biggest player in the market)

Smaller drone companies maintain a larger market share in drones costing under $1000

True (They manufacture a lot of smaller consumer-friendly drones)

Market share owned by Yuneec of drones that cost $500-$1000

7% (Similar to Parrot's market share)

Intel's investment in Yuneec

Intel is looking to form a good partnership with Yuneec.

DJI Phantom 4 PRO is one of the more popular drones.

The Inspire 2 is one of DJI's higher-end drones used in big movie productions.

Remote sensing is the science of collecting data from a distance using sensors.

True. Many drones are being equipped with this technology to collect data more effectively.

Drone sensor technology is advancing at an exponential rate.

True. The availability of affordable drone sensor technology is rapidly growing.

Photogrammetry uses 2D images to make what kind of measurements?

3D. With the 2D images it captures, it is able to stitch a 3D image together.

Measuring objects at a further distance increases safety, efficiency, and reduces operational costs.

True. Measuring objects with a drone takes less manpower and has fewer obstructions, allowing tasks to be completed quicker than by a human.

Aerial images can be used to build an aerial map.

True. The images captured will be stitched together to form a map.

Three factors that need adjustment to make a map accurate.

Lens distortion, topography, angle of view. These factors are crucial to an accurate map.

The three factors are adjusted using a process called...

Structure of motion. This process helps to make an accurate map.

Determining the shape of an object is done with various images. How are the motion calculations calculated?

Advanced modeling software. This software determines the shape of an object, making drone mapping more effective for data collection.

The two characteristics measured in aerial surveying applications are...

Physical and geometric characteristics. These are used to understand the data collected.

Topographic maps show elevation.

The elevation of the land can be understood through topography maps.

Five survey types discussed in the module.

Land, topographic, soil, mine, geophysical. These 5 survey types are the most used.

Application used for measurement above and below the earth's surface.

Volumetric's. Volumetrics is a great technology for getting data about the Earth, especially within forestry operations.

A volume of trees can be monitored by...

Creating a 3D Map. Once you have a 3D map, you can use that data to better understand the volume of trees.

Precision agriculture will be the largest drone application in the world.

True. Precision agriculture is a global technology and can save companies billions of dollars a year.

Precision agriculture is comprised of three aspects:

Crop health assessment, stand counts, crop damage assessment. These three aspects are the most important when it comes to monitoring your crops.

Many agriculture drones are programmed to adjust how much fertilizer is being sprayed.

True. The more progress that is made in these industries, the more automation that will be included in the technology.

Determining the health of a crop or various crops can be done through photosynthetic activity.

The software attached to these drones can help in determining the photosynthetic activity of the crops.

The photosynthetic activity of a crop is determined by the NDVI Index.

NDVI stands for Normalized Difference Vegetation Index.

The NDVI Index is calculated based on the difference between Visible and Near-Infrared light

The calculation is based on the reflection of the visible/near-infrared that a plant reflects. The index calculations will tell farmers the current health of the crops.

The difference between Visible and Near-Infrared light is based off the visible and Near-Infrared light reflected back from the plant

Both are needed to calculate the NDVI.

Stand counts help a farmer determine the number of crops that grew

Stand counts are the amount of crops that actually developed from seeds into plants.

The human aspect of industrial inspections will be completely eliminated by drones.

False. Humans are still needed to ensure drones are correctly doing the job.

Three inspections discussed in the module.

Wind turbines, towers, roads. These are some of the more popular inspections in the industry.

Drones are flown under bridges to look for cracks, faulty hardware, and other defects.

True. Sending drones under bridges can mitigate many safety risks involving humans.

Road inspections for long stretches of road use fixed-winged drones.

Fixed-winged drones typically have a longer endurance due to their aerodynamic configuration.

Wind turbines require inspection due to lightning strikes, insect/bird impacts, and blade erosion.

Routine inspections ensure all components are in good working condition.

Solar panels and wind turbines require regular inspections.

Regular inspections ensure they have not been damaged.

Most of the law enforcement technology used today was derived from where?

The Military. Drones were first developed for covert military operations and are still used by militaries around the world.

Instead of using ground-based laser scanners, police can use drones to...

Recreate accident scenes. Law enforcement often use laser scanners that can recreate crime scenes and car accidents into 3D models.

Drones provide police with additional...

Situational awareness. The use of drones can save lives because it allows the entire scene to be analyzed.

Drone Industry Insights Flashcards

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FLASHCARD QUESTION

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Unique aspect of the drone industry

Back

Endless applications. Drones are still an emerging industry, but their applications are so varied.

2.

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Drones in Search & Rescue operations

Back

TRUE. Drones can go over obstacles that may restrict humans, making them a huge asset in search and rescue.

3.

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Crucial legislation for drone industry growth

Back

Part 107. It paved the way for growth in the drone industry due to its simpler approach to regulating drone flight.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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To become Part 107 certified, the exam that must be taken is the Aeronautical Knowledge Exam.

Back

Aeronautical Knowledge Exam

5.

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The estimated market value of the drone industry from 2016-2020 is $100 Billion.

Back

$100 Billion

6.

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As more drones enter the National Air Space, there will be increased competition throughout the industry.

Back

TRUE

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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If you are opening a drone business, you need to find your niche.

Back

"Jack of all trades, master of none." It is better to have a specific skill set that you can focus on.

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