EBay is staking a claim in the drone delivery race. The second-hand retailer filed a patent application for “public transport infrastructure facilitated drone delivery.” In other words, the idea is for drones to be able to hitch a ride on public buses, trains or subways.
While there are no specific details in the document, it suggests that the technology would first access public transportation routes and check whether one of them coincided with the drone’s delivery destination. Then the drone would head to a bus stop or other public transport terminal and communicate with the driver. Using GPS and cameras to locate homes, the drone could then drop off its delivery and return to the original departure point.
Aside from this potential delivery use, it’s possible to purchase drones on eBay for recreational purposes, although flying them commercially requires a special permit. These hobbyist drones can be used for aerial photography, filming and even to survey construction sites. Many have built-in cameras capable of recording high definition video in outstanding quality. In addition, they are able to fly automatically based on preset flight paths or programmed missions. Some drones also feature a return to home function which brings them back to where they took off from with the flick of a switch.
It’s also possible to find drones that are designed for professional photographers, filmmakers and site assessors. Typically, they have higher-end specifications including features like optical stabilization, thermal imaging and laser rangefinders. They are better suited to experienced pilots but with the right training and the right equipment, they can provide out-of-this-world results.
If you’re shopping for a drone, make sure to check its serial number. This can help you to verify if the drone has been reported stolen or if it has been ‘bricked’. It can also tell you whether it’s a genuine DJI product or a fake. It will also give you a good indication of how long the drone has been in circulation. If you want to be certain of a drone’s authenticity, talk to DJI’s support staff who can verify its serial number. They can also check the drone is activated and tell you if it was sold to an unauthorised user. This is important as counterfeit and stolen drones are entering the market.
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