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#im not the most knowledgeable about this so take my words with a grain of salt but#the days of up close battles where you run the enemy soldiers thru with a bayonet and watch the life leave their eyes#while your best friend gets blown up 5 feet away and you end up being the only guy in your platoon who survives but you lose a leg#those days are kinda behind us i think. i dont think thats happening anymore usually. its like. all drones and shit now#like theres definitely that level of atrocity happening in certain areas but i dont know if its on actual battlefields where armies meet#like we have robots and aircrafts and shit now i dont know if we're engaging in glorious bloody battle anymore#ESPECIALLY not the US military like i would be surprised if any soldier enlisted in the past 15 years has seen combat like that#but like i said im not an expert. maybe im way off and that kind of fighting still does happen sometimes. idk it just doesnt seem likely#and not to dismiss the ptsd of someone who like. walked out of their tent at an opportune moment right before someone threw a grenade in#or whatever but thats still not the same thing as what im talking about#i think maybe people are still in the mindset of like. lotr style depictions of trench warfare PTSD and stuff. up close and personal#as opposed to modern combat where a man enters some numbers and presses a button and 100+ ppl die and he feels Nothing#again im not an expert tho. maybe im wrong. but im curious if thats part of why the whole PTSD from killing thing is still so prevalent#it's certainly a useful tool in fiction but a lot of what ive seen of that is fantasy or historical

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This is complicated because often in recent conflicts, especially ones the US has been involved in, yeah there aren't "big glorious battlefields" in that sense but asymmetric warfare does often get pretty up close and personal AFAIK. Like, the US spent the first 2 decades of the 21st Century in a massive clusterfuck that basically consisted of the military very rapidly toppling the conventional government of a country and then the army occupying it and trying to be cops for 20 years. So it's not "2 lines of guys charging at each other with bayonets" it's often "Like 5 guys go into a building because blowing up the whole building will kill innocent civilians, which may end up in shooting or getting shot by somebody in the same room as you" or "Standing around at a checkpoint wondering which of the 500 cars and trucks that come through every day could be a bomb" or "Driving a fucking truck and at any moment you may run over a giant fucking bomb that blows up your best friend 5 feet from you and causes you to lose a leg."

I think I also heard somewhere that drone operators turned out to have unusually high rates of PTSD because of shit like using high-res thermal sensors where it's "Zoom in on a truck with a telescope, press a button, and then literally watch the body heat leave the guy standing next to the truck who was just standing around chatting with his buddies." Not sure if this is relative to infantry or relative to pilots of manned aircraft or artillery operators who would never see the people they're killing though. I don't know how developments in drone warfare in recent years have affected this but I think the Ukraine War has had things like modified civilian multicopters dropping grenades on individual soldiers hiding in trenches at close range, to the point that there are videos of people desperately trying to throw the grenades away. Even if the soldier flying the drone is miles away, this could be MORE up close and personal than a guy in WWII shooting his rifle in the general direction of some guys hundreds of meters away who are shooting back at them but hard to see clearly.

I feel like "war PTSD is a response to murdering people" is a perspective that doesn't make sense if you know anything about how war works. 99% of the time, you're not murdering anybody! But you are a mix of bored and scared. People watch too many war movies and dont read enough actual descriptions of being a soldier. If you DO kill someone, theres a good chance theyre far enough away that you don't even know if you killed someone, you just know you shot in a direction. And war is really, really scary and stressful! Like. Being a soldier is not about being a cool commando taking down dozens of guys it's about being a scared warm body, shuffled around by an opaque system, aware for days, weeks, or months on end that you could be killed at any time. The tumblr conception of war and soldiers isn't a real repudiation of stupid jingoistic conceptions of war, it totally buys the bullshit narrative and just flips the moral valence (many such cases!)

It's not like, GOOD to be an American soldier. But it's not bad in the way you're imagining, because your understanding of what a soldier does is based on movies (and the handful of actual commando type guys. Who are responsible for a disproportionate number of kills. And aiui get much less PTSD, or at least less bad. But those guys are real weirdos. Not a good model for your average soldier)

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Ball-shaped drone breakthrough flies in all directions, rolls gracefully on ground https://interestingengineering.com/ces-2025/japan-drone-moves-without-tilting

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Yeah, I know it's a tangent but I thought it was interesting. 1917

To counter the increasingly effective defences new Zeppelins were introduced which had an increased operating altitude of 16,500 feet (5,000 m) and a ceiling of 21,000 feet (6,400 m). https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zeppelin

Zepellins could get up higher than the aircraft of the time, which was a real problem, although the counter was that their bombing was inaccurate. They were also vulnerable to high winds. If they travel with the breeze they are, of course, effectively windless, and I know from balloon trips that can be quite eery to passengers who see the obvious speed but feel nothing from the air. I don't know gundam, whether it is using technology or magic - maybe they have some safe hydrogen equivalent that would have made them more practical. Aso see:

"At least one flight of the bizarre-looking craft reached over 20,000 feet ... However, a 2005 RAND Corporation study titled “High-Altitude Airships for the Future Force Army” states that the AeroSphere would be tested at 65,000 feet."

So getting high up is quite possible, and if you are low down, you'd potentially be moving slowly and without any problem with the wind buffeting you if you were exposed. Of course, such aircraft have many vulnerabilities which limited manned development irl, but as unmanned vehicles, they are surprisingly useful for surveillance, and were even were investigated for use in internet traffic.

Gundam is a show about hot evil women, actually

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Layani Jamaah Haji, Saudi Luncurkan Taksi Terbang di Mekkah

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Amazon Unveiled New Air Delivery Drone, Introduced New Medication Delivery Via Drone

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North America Tethered Drones Market Industry Growth by Forecast to 2028

Business Market Insights market research North America Tethered Drones Market Size and Share Report | 2028 is now available for purchase. This report offers an exclusive evaluation of a range of business environment factors impacting market participants. The market information included in this report is assimilated and reliant on a few strategies, for example, PESTLE, Porter's Five, SWOT examination, and market dynamics

North America Tethered Drones market is evaluated based on current scenarios and future projections are added keeping the projected period in consideration. This report integrates the valuation of North America Tethered Drones market size for esteem (million USD) and volume (K Units). Research analysts have used top-down, bottom-up, primary, and secondary research approaches to evaluate and approve the North America Tethered Drones market estimation.

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Type

Quadcopter and Multicopter

Application

Inspection/Surveying/Mapping

Law Enforcement

Search & Rescue

and Others

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Military and Commercial (Energy & Power

Media & Entertainment

Telecom

and Others

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ECA Group

Elistair

Fotokite

Menet Aero (NTP Inc.)

Hoverfly Technologies

Sky SAPIENCE

Yuneec Holding Ltd.

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IAI and Aerotor Unmanned Systems Join Forces for Tactical Drone Technology

Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), and Aerotor Unmanned Systems have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that includes the development of products and promotion of their commercial cooperation. Within the framework of the MOU, advanced drone systems for a variety of tactical military missions for users on land, at sea and in the air will be developed. The agreement includes the engineering development and marketing of Aerotor’s Apus multicopter, which is based on a unique configuration which uses a central heavy-fuel propulsion system piloted through a variable-pitch mechanism. This provides a distinct operational advantage in terms of the payload that can be carried, flight duration, and maneuverability. #military #defense #defence #militaryleak #drone

Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), and Aerotor Unmanned Systems have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that includes the development of products and promotion of their commercial cooperation. Within the framework of the MOU, advanced drone systems for a variety of tactical military missions for users on land, at sea and in the air will be developed. The agreement includes the engineering…

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Drones of the Future: The Potential of Delivery Drones

Drones have grown in popularity for both recreational and business applications in recent years. However, today's unmanned aerial systems may eventually pale in comparison to the customised delivery drones designed to convey products right to our doorsteps. Major shops, logistics organisations, and digital startups are currently competing to construct drone delivery networks, which are expected to go into widespread operation this decade.  

Delivery drone capabilities are likely to outperform existing UAS systems in terms of speed, range, autonomy, and sheer volume capacity over time. Drones have the potential to totally transform modern supply chains by combining intelligence and next-generation drone technology, from warehouse departures through last mile arrivals directly at homes or businesses.  

Why Delivery Drones Now?

Several socioeconomic problematic conditions have come together, making it the ideal time for delivery drones to prepare for large-scale introductions across industries.

First of all, global business is more interconnected than ever before, thanks to mature ecommerce systems and rising customer expectations for speedy delivery. However, traditional transportation infrastructure is under strain as a result of continuous peak demand from online shopping and food delivery services. Road congestion grows as fuel and labour expenses continue to rise. 

Simultaneously, drones benefit from developments in autonomous flight, battery density for longer flights, and computer vision systems that enable detailed collaboration. Soon, Cloud-connected drone operations might begin which could substantially decrease ground travel delays while completely bypassing roadway limits.  

Shifting governmental policies can both speed and slow the upward trend. Governments are increasingly aiming to cultivate local technology innovators who can provide secure domestic jobs and technological advantages. However, governments thoroughly prioritise safety and privacy concerns about unmanned aircraft flying in public airspace, particularly at scale.

Major Players Targeting Delivery Drones

Originally recognized for bookselling, Amazon now concentrates R&D efforts on logistical difficulties inherent to all businesses. The company leads delivery drone research through its Prime Air subsidiary, which is already undertaking field experiments. Their drone prototypes use obstacle avoidance techniques and AI to transport tiny payloads autonomously. 

United Parcel Service (UPS): the world's largest courier with over 65,000 global vehicles, sees drones as the next delivery platform. Aside from smaller experimental services in certain regions, they unveiled a fully automated mothership concept that releases and receives thousands of delivery drones throughout metropolitan areas.

JD.com, a Chinese powerhouse, just received approval to operate drone delivery routes that will stop at designated runway-equipped apartment blocks. While the initiative is currently in its early stages and limited in scope, it has the potential to support 80 million shipments handled across the country during peak annual shopping festivals.

Wing Aviation: a subsidiary of DJI's parent company, has formed partnerships with major merchants for unmanned aerial delivery in Australia and select US test locations. They present their custom multicopters as perfect "micro-delivery" vessels, with vertical takeoff and landing from surrounding launching sites.  

Meanwhile, Zipline exclusively supports healthcare logistics, already aggregating over 200,000 commercial trips since it was founded. Their fixed-wing autonomous aircraft, which is currently primarily carrying medical supplies but can transport almost any modest payload, will soon expand beyond Africa and into Asia and America.

Ongoing Challenges Around Scaling Delivery Drones 

While the future potential is remarkable, analysts predict more moderate adoption routes. Before unmanned delivery networks can become widely available, significant technical and regulatory barriers must be removed.

With greater cargo weight, most multicopters still have limited single-trip ranges of around 30 minutes. While sufficient for some short travels in jammed urban areas, upgraded batteries, motors, and even hydrogen cells aim to increase roundtrip ranges to achieve widespread viability across regions as well as farther.  

Sensor Improvements AI-powered situational processing, and aviation computer engineering are all helping to improve the reliability of autonomous navigation in uncertain circumstances. Moving beyond line-of-sight transport is dependent on solution integrity, especially when valuable properties are at stake.

Regulatory uncertainty around larger-capacity drones flying larger routes across most nations complicates logistics planning at present. Aviation authorities rightly prioritize public safety and air traffic management through layers of flying standards, pilot qualifications, platform restrictions, operational area limits, and other measures. The policy generally lags years behind advances in technology.

Furthermore, delivery drone infrastructure demands at the national level remain almost hypothetical until large rollouts begin. Refinements in launch/retrieval ergonomics, charging protocols, weather resilience, theft/vandalism deterrents, and payload integrations will advance gradually from small trials to full-scale optimization.  

Delivery Drones - 2030 and Beyond

Once the key building blocks above develop adequately over the coming several years, we may witness delivery drones unleashed across landscapes in unimagined ways by 2030. In the following section we explore various technological possibility and its alignment with practical business application:

Hyperlocal Distribution Hubs  

Small delivery stations, whether owned by Zepto, Amazon, Uber, can be found in localities around towns and cities, allowing gig delivery drones to complete deliveries quickly. These tiny ports may be installed atop malls, Ring-secured homes, or even autonomous roving ground vehicles that circulate zones on demand.  

After receiving orders, things are chosen and packed from dense shelving into standard container boxes that mount securely under drones with few size or weight restrictions. AI optimization bots enable efficient grouping of several cargoes per vehicle. Template containers make it simple to secure a wide range of items.

Dedicated Air Corridors & Traffic Systems

Rather than dangerous free-for-all skies, city traffic planners define designated aerial routes for unmanned logistics use. Drones are safely guided between distribution hubs and destination locations via streamlined corridors. Flight patterns are intelligently aligned based on building heights, population density contours, noise restrictions, existing airport approaches, and other geo-variables. 

Dedicated city command centres monitor drone congestion and weather in the same manner as highways monitor currently, utilising sensors and visual surveillance. This allows for dynamic rerouting and drone coordination in real-time, ensuring reliable delivery even in unexpected situations. Links to homeland security and traffic administration systems help boost local supervision capabilities. 

Recurring Revenue Unlocks Premium Services 

With ultra-reliable logistical frameworks in place, premium commercial services emerge for those prepared to pay a higher price. Dedicated branded drones equipped with company colours and payloads deliver with higher priority. Local retailers now have guaranteed less-than-one-hour windows, introducing on-demand neighbourhood offerings. Gift-wrapped drone arrivals offer an extra special occasion charm!  

Consumer packages also receive small RFID tags for low-energy passive tracking from facilities through handoff. Recipients track positions in real-time as they approach their doorstep. Transparency and predictability improve end-user experiences significantly.

As we stand on the brink of a transformative era in drone technology, the potential of delivery drones is poised to reshape industries and redefine convenience. With major players like Amazon, UPS, JD.com, Wing Aviation, and Zipline pushing the boundaries, the future promises swift and efficient aerial deliveries.

FAQs 1. Are delivery drones safe and reliable?

Yes, advancements in technology, including AI-powered navigation and obstacle avoidance systems, ensure the safety and reliability of delivery drones. Ongoing developments in the industry prioritise public safety and efficient air traffic management.

2. How far can delivery drones travel?

The current range of most multicopters is around 30 minutes for short trips in urban areas. However, ongoing improvements in battery technology aim to extend roundtrip ranges, making widespread drone deliveries feasible across regions and longer distances.

3. What challenges are hindering the widespread adoption of delivery drones?

Significant technical and regulatory barriers, such as cargo weight limitations, regulatory uncertainties, and infrastructure requirements, need to be addressed for widespread adoption. The industry is actively working to overcome these challenges to unlock the full potential of delivery drones.

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UAV Parachutes Market :Study Applications, Types And Analysis Including Growth, Trends And Forecasts To 2033

The Global UAV Parachutes Market is expected to reach a value of USD 12.9 million in 2024, and it is further anticipated to reach a market value of USD 58.7 million by 2032 at a CAGR of 20.8%.

The global market for unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) parachutes is poised for robust growth in the coming years. UAV parachutes are safety systems designed to bring down drones or unmanned aerial vehicles safely in the event of emergencies or failures. With drones being increasingly used for both civilian and military applications, the demand for reliable parachute systems to minimize damage and losses is rising.

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An Overview of the UAV Parachutes Market

A UAV parachute is a specially designed parachute system that gets deployed in case of emergencies like loss of control, mechanical failures, or drone collisions. They are compact systems that get activated through remote controls or autonomously if drones malfunction. UAV parachutes allow drones to drift down gently, protecting valuable equipment and payloads.

The use of drones or UAVs has proliferated across industries like media, agriculture, mining, inspection, logistics, and defense. With rising drone usage, regulatory bodies across the world are mandating the integration of safety systems like parachutes in drone designs. This is an important factor driving the UAV parachute market.

Military forces and defense agencies are significant users of drones for surveillance, combat missions, and delivery of supplies. UAV parachutes play a critical role in recovering expensive military drones and preventing damage. The need for quick and safe recovery options is fueling the adoption of parachute systems in the defense sector.

Key Growth Drivers

Increasing drone usage in commercial applications

Stringent aviation safety regulations

Rising adoption of parachutes as standard safety mechanisms in drones

Use of drones for cargo delivery, especially in remote areas

Growing defense spending on drones and focus on asset safety

Technological advancements to make systems more compact, lightweight, and reliable

Segmentation by Product

The UAV parachutes market is segmented based on product into:

Rotary-wing UAVs: Parachutes designed for multicopters and drones like quadcopters with spinning blades.

Fixed-wing UAVs: Systems designed for fixed wing drones and aircrafts.

Rotary-wing UAV parachutes dominate the market currently. However, fixed-wing UAVs are expected to demonstrate higher growth rates owing to their expanding adoption for military and commercial purposes.

Segmentation by Capacity

Based on capacity, UAV parachutes are segmented into:

Below 40 kgs: Lightweight parachutes for mini and small drones.

40 to 200 kgs: Medium-sized parachutes for drones in the mid-weight segment.

Above 200 kgs: Parachute systems made for heavyweight unmanned aerial systems.

Parachutes in the 40-200 kgs segment account for the largest market share. However, lighter and compact parachutes below 40 kgs are expected to witness the highest growth owing to rising consumer drone demand.

Segmentation by Application

UAV parachutes find application in both civilian and military domains.

Civilian: Media, journalism, infrastructure inspection, agriculture, delivery, recreation etc.

Military: Surveillance, supply delivery, missile and target drones etc.

Military application of UAV parachutes generates the highest revenue currently. But the segment of civilian UAV parachutes is anticipated to expand at a higher CAGR in sync with increasing adoption of commercial drones globally.