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Drone Parachutes

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The SmartChutes Parachute Systems Gives Drones a Safe Landing

— May 1, 2015 — Tech
SmartChutes is a parachute system that you definitely don't want to use on your next skydive. Not because it's not a well-designed system -- it certainly is -- but because it's intended for use by drones, not humans.

While drones are growing in popularity, one big problem with them is that they can plummet to the ground if they lose power, causing damage to them and to any people or objects that happen to be in their plummet-path. That's why drone enthusiast and videographer Michael Pick developed SmartChutes.

The system deploys automatically using a built-in flight sensor that can detect if the drone is in free-fall or if it is tilted over by more than 90 degrees.

This parachute system is an exciting development in the drone space, which is exciting but still has plenty of room for improvement.
Trend Themes
1. Drone Safety - The development of SmartChutes parachute system highlights the trend towards improved safety measures for drones.
2. Autonomous Deployment - The use of a built-in flight sensor for automatic parachute deployment demonstrates the trend towards autonomous systems in the drone industry.
3. Innovation in Drone Accessories - The creation of SmartChutes presents an innovative opportunity for the drone accessory industry to develop safety solutions that enhance drone capabilities.
Industry Implications
1. Drone Manufacturing - The introduction of SmartChutes parachute system creates an opportunity for drone manufacturers to differentiate themselves by providing added safety features.
2. Drone Accessories - The development of SmartChutes parachute system opens doors for the drone accessories industry to focus on safety enhancements and expand their product lines.
3. Aerospace Safety - The integration of parachute systems in drones highlights the potential for cross-industry collaborations between the drone and aerospace safety sectors.
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