Drones: Opportunities and challenges in civilian uses
Keywords:
unmanned vehicle; innovation; technology; driving force.Abstract
Currently, unmanned vehicles have found applications in a wide variety of sectors, ranging from education, medicine, agriculture, and even warfare. These devices have become fundamental drivers of innovative solutions. Their versatility allows them to be used to improve efficiency in various industries, optimizing processes and facilitating tasks that were previously complex or dangerous for humans. The main objective is to analyze the use of drones in Ecuador in non-military applications, evaluating their impact on society. The methodology used is mixed: a bibliographic review of the different applications and types of drones, including ground and aerial, is conducted. Data obtained from surveys conducted among students at an institution and information provided by experts through semi-structured interviews are analyzed. Data analysis is carried out with the help of Atlas.TI software, identifying the main relationships through networks and codes. It is concluded that, as technology advances, the potential of drones continues to expand, offering new opportunities for development and improving the quality of life in multiple areas.
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