According to the Pew Research Center, “average citizens see a revolution coming in the workplace, and they are concerned. The average hourly cost of a manufacturing worker is $49 in Germany and $36 in the U.S. The hourly cost of a robot is $4.” Like robots, humans use drones to perform a different set of actions or tasks. The 12 reasons you must educate yourself about drones gives a wide range of examples.

1.  Amazon Patent (delivery)

Imagine seeing an Amazon or Walmart labeled drone flying through the air, just as often as you see Amazon, FedEx and UPS trucks on the road. We will. More importantly, it will be sooner than we think. “The PrimeAir program remains in development. The company has been filing applications for patents (since 2013) at what appears to be a faster rate than any other company working on drone technology today. “

2. Walmart Patent (delivery)

Walmart is not willing to let Amazon have all of the fun or get a head start this time. They are moving just as quickly, and just as seriously, as Amazon in this revolution.

“Groceries make up 56 percent of the company’s total revenue and Walmart may see drone technology as one way to get food from farms to store shelves faster and more cheaply to compete with Amazon.com Inc, following its purchase of Whole Foods Market. Walmart has applied for 46 patents for using drone technology, mostly to facilitate its delivery and logistics operations, or for use within warehouses to do things such as track inventory, according to data from CB Insights.”

3.  Weddings

The third topic on the list of “The 12 reasons you must educate yourself about drones” may hit close to home. Today’s bride and groom demand a show-stopping wedding. With the assistance of drone photography, we will.

According to experts, outdoor weddings are the best way to go; ” ‘400 feet, which is the maximum height [the law allows],’ says Markham of Celebrations Tampa Bay…’Drones work best at wedding venues with large outdoor areas to capture those grand, sweeping views.’ ”

4.  Military Use

We don’t think of our national security on a daily basis. When others threaten our country, it is nice to know that we are doing everything possible to ensure our own safety.

Importantly, drones are now a part of that effort. “The roadmap envisions a follow-on program calling for a reusable unmanned aircraft with Mach 6 speeds. At that speed, intelligence can be gathered or weapons delivered before enemy air defenses are even alerted.”

5. Agricultural Use

Several articles online are talking about farm to table. It’s a hot topic. The competition will become steeper to get fresher food on the table faster.

“They are playing an increasingly important role in precision farming, helping agriculture professionals lead the way with sustainable farming practices, while also protecting and increasing profitability.”

6.  Search and Rescue

They have equipped drones for sonar and lidar now for rescue missions. This technology is a much more efficient and safer practice to use. “We are focused on the first responder community – fire, police, and emergency management departments – and we are assessing small UAS. They are much cheaper than manned aircraft, [and are] an ideal tool for response agencies.” We are halfway through “The 12 reasons you must educate yourself about drones”. In the same vein, drones will help aid communities medical necessities.

7. Humanitarian Drones

I have found in my research that companies usually have a way of performing the tasks that I’ve been talking about, with pretty good efficiency. Drones only serve to make the process better, safer or faster. But not in this case. In Africa, remote and rural communities are going without. Drones are becoming the only way. “We have already used drones as part of our flood response and we can see the potential for further uses, such as transportation of medical supplies, which could transform lives in remote rural communities.”

8.  Journalistic Use

“CNN has received a first-of-its-kind Part 107 waiver from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to fly a small unmanned aircraft system (UAS) over people.” CNN Air’s Snap drone fulfills the duty of covering natural disasters, war zones, etc. for reporting purposes. I agree that this is an important role. We would not be able to experience and empathize what is happening in our world without this tool.

9.  Real Estate

Drone photography in real estate may be on the greatest incline for the use of drones. People want to see all angles of their potential home because “according to MLS statistics, the properties photographed by drones sold 68% faster.” In addition to plush insides, buyers demand all views.

10.  Film and Movie

Drones have mastered this arena for decades. According to experts, “the global cinematography drone market [will grow] from less than 100 million U.S. dollars in 2020 to over one billion U.S. dollars by 2030.”

I have noticed, and I am sure that you have as well, that movies images are only getting crisper, brighter more “larger than life” than they have been before. As the technology for drones gets better, so will our movie experience.

11.  Drone Taxis

We are almost to the end of our list. Meanwhile, can you see how quickly our airspace is filling? “The market for flying cars, now known as electric air taxis, should continue to mature during this decade, soaring to $1.5 trillion globally by 2040, according to a Morgan Stanley Research study.” Even if you are not the “flying taxi type”, we will all be glancing up to see them, right along with our groceries and personal product packages.

12.  Law Enforcement Use

Our law enforcement is not new to the adoption of drones. As a result, “currently, 347 law enforcement agencies in 43 U.S. states are using UAVs to assist officers in the field.^“

Conclusion

In conclusion, “the drone services market size is expected to grow to $63.6 billion by 2025, and Insider Intelligence predicts consumer drone shipments will hit 29 million by 2021. Sales of US consumer drones to dealers surpassed $1.25 billion in 2020, according to Statista. Goldman Sachs forecasts the total drone market size to be worth $100 billion—supported by this growing demand for drones from the commercial and government sectors.” This is why “The 12 reasons you must educate yourself about drones” is important. Therefore, general public must not be afraid of the changes that are coming.

In other words, there is no stopping the progress of this new and fast-growing technology. Not only are drones here to stay, they are growing by leaps and bounds.

Which area piques your interest most? Moreover, will you start researching it for yourself? Leave a comment below. I’d love to hear your thoughts!