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Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

Thees 'Swarming Micro Air' Vehicles are Lines of Vision in Disasters

— September 29, 2010 — Tech
The planet has dished out many recent instances of earthquakes, hurricanes and floods, and to insure civilization has a shot at surviving the extreme effects of global warming, the 'Swarming Micro Air' Vehicle Network has arrived for backup. These sophisticated battery-powered flying robots will be able to get clear lines of vision while avoiding ruined terrain.

Communicating within the 'Swarming Micro Air' Vehicle Network will involve a sharing of photographic, video and GPS data. Now able to stay in flight for just 30 minutes, these airborne robots are getting lighter, cheaper, smarter and will efficiently carry out a rescue mission.
Trend Themes
1. Swarming Micro Air Vehicles - The development of Swarming Micro Air Vehicles presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in search and rescue operations during natural disasters.
2. Photographic, Video, and GPS Data Sharing - The trend of sharing photographic, video, and GPS data within the Swarming Micro Air Vehicle Network opens up possibilities for disruptive innovation in data analytics and real-time situational awareness.
3. Advancements in Battery-powered Flying Robots - The advancements in battery-powered flying robots, with increased flight time and improved capabilities, create opportunities for disruptive innovation in various industries such as aerial photography, surveillance, and delivery services.
Industry Implications
1. Search and Rescue - The use of Swarming Micro Air Vehicles can revolutionize the search and rescue industry by enabling faster and more efficient operations in disaster-stricken areas.
2. Data Analytics - The sharing of photographic, video, and GPS data within the Swarming Micro Air Vehicle Network presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in data analytics, enabling better decision-making and resource allocation during emergencies.
3. Aerial Technology - The advancements in battery-powered flying robots open up new possibilities for disruptive innovation in industries such as aerial photography, surveillance, and delivery services by enabling more cost-effective and versatile aerial operations.
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