All About Drones

Paper Airplanes. Hand gliders. Now Drones. We've come a long way over the years.

The drone is defined as an unmanned aerial vehicle or UAV that is either operated by remote by a person on the ground or be set in auto fly mode.

Drones were first used for military to obtain confidential information. Military drones were then developed with sensors and camera units. Now they have also been fixed inside missiles too.

Drones are also being looked at as tools to deliver internet services by carrying signal to remote and rural areas for direct internet accessing the film industry, News reporters use drones to access locations where they normally are unable to in order to report news.

Drones may appear quite simplistic but in actuality their technology is very complex by nature. Actually it is a specially designed multi-propeller system inside a drone that makes this device highly independent and also assists in a reduction of failures.

Drones usually require a remote control unit to fly them. Market is flooded with a variety of controllers these days and developers continue to create drones with impressive features. Drones use various frequency levels and ranges to fly. Wi-Fi networks are also used by remote controllers to make precise and on the spot decisions regarding movements.

Features of a smartphone and drone both carry GPS, Wi-Fi and many other common sensor units. These on board sensors help drone to stay in air for long run and make precise decisions about its height, direction and other imperative movements.

Drones work like a smart air unit that can cover large distance when used with powerful long-lasting batteries and can bring the hidden information for you.

Drones which have a camera unit on board are often useful for commercial and military use.

It's important to learn rules, guidelines, and laws to safely fly a drone while remaining in compliant parameters of the law.

There are many rule and regulations that one must be aware of before flying a drone. Since 1917 Drones have evolved greatly since they were first created.

First things first, one must enroll their drone with the FAA on the drone website. One also needs to be aware of what areas are permitted publicly and privately and areas that are prohibited.

For more advanced flying, it is recommended that one reviews the Part 107 Operations Waiver. In addition, it's also important to become familiar with Restriction guidelines of Airspace and flying safety rules.

Once above preparations are completed, its now time to fly! To enjoy flying, its important to become familiar and learn how to use the drones remote controls and features. Aerodynamics, buttons and joystick of controller of drone is also helpful to know for smooth flying.

The joystick on the drone can make it fly right and/or left or right as well as roll. Understanding the aerodynamics of your drone will help you control your flying of your drone.

PREPARING FOR TAKE OFF

Always check for cracks and wear and tear. If you're in a new area, be sure to research flying guidelines. Verify batteries have enough power to fly. If filming or taking pictures check that the memory cards are well fitted in the case

Be aware of surroundings and people around you. Notify others that youll be flying drone. Review Drone settings one final time as you prepare to take off. If all is well, increase throttle slowly as the drone begins to fly in the air. Be sure to monitor settings and if a problem arises slowly land the drone notifying others nearby so one one gets hurt.

Once drone is on the ground, be sure motor has stopped, and turn off battery supply once drone is powered off.

In time, become familiar with your style of using the controller and how the drone moves as a result of your flying.

To avoid crashing and losing control of drone, throttle down fast.

As you become more skilled and comfortable in flying and using controls, fly the drone higher in the air. In time your precision and flying skills will become precise. Research and study maps in areas that safe to fly drones.

COMMON MISTAKES

Always follow FAA drone rules and regulations. New drone operations neglect following the law at times but this is discouraged to do this for safety compliance.

Flyling drones near birds can be harmful to both. Birds can attack drones and get hurt. Drone propellers spin at high speeds and can also be damaged.

Crashes are increased in frequency if drones are not being flown in open areas. Damaging the drone is also a high probability and can be costly.

Educate yourself of the laws and safety guidelines for fun relaxing flying as its a great hobby to have.

How to purchase your first drone: Features and Camera specs to consider

How would you like to take pictures of places you could never reach. With a drone you can. You can fly your camera anywhere you desire. Imagine That!

First thing to look for is an image stabilization. Drones with cameras tend to be more expensive in price.

How many sensors does the camera have? This is to identify objects in the path of a flying drone. The more sensors and detectors the better.

Drones can shoot both photos and videos; Explore number of frames, resolution, and the ability to photograph in slow motion. Look into evening and night photography and capabilities

Less Expensive drones are available with no camera but have GPS and stabilization. Some low end drone models do have a low quality camera option.

Its recommended that as a beginner to start with a cheaper drone to learn flying techniques and good control. Then explore purchasing a more expensive one with desired features.

Drones with a GPS Feature can return to home base on autopilot if owner is unable to fly drone to home base.

Explore size of drones and purpose of capabilities. Smaller drones may be able to do flips and stunts more easily from the size.

A fold-able drone becomes portable and travels with ease.

Explore the length of range that a drone will travel Long range can travel up to approximately 4 miles . Also look at length of battery life. The longer the battery life the longer flight time