STEM Marvels: Drones

byAmrita Ganeriwalla

Drones are also known as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). They are essentially aircraft that operate without any human assistance on board. They are designed to conduct tasks that range from easy to dangerous. A drone’s autonomy ranges from remotely piloted to advanced autonomy where it relies on sensors and detectors to function.

History of the Drones Drones were initially developed for military purposes only, but they soon evolved into versatile tools with applications in various industries. The concept of drones dates to the early 20th century when Nikola Tesla and Archibald Low envisioned these remote-controlled ae