UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) is an acronym commonly used to refer to drones. These are aircraft without a human pilot onboard. UAVs can be remotely controlled or fly autonomously through software-controlled flight plans in their embedded systems working in conjunction with GPS.
There are various types of UAVs designed for different purposes. This includes small quadcopters for recreational use, fixed-wing drones for aerial mapping, helicopter drones for surveillance, and large drones used for military operations and cargo delivery.
UAVs have a wide range of applications across industries. They are used in aerial photography, agriculture for crop monitoring, search and rescue operations in emergencies, wildlife monitoring, disaster management, and even for parcel delivery by companies like Amazon.
Operating UAVs comes with responsibilities. It's crucial to understand the local regulations regarding UAV flight. Registering your drone, maintaining visual line of sight during operation, and avoiding restricted airspace are some of the key safety measures to follow.