The Evolution of Image Sensing in UAVs
Drones have come a long way from the early days of being hobbyist toys used to experience the excitement and challenge of controlling a flying machine. Nowadays, they are serious pieces of equipment, finding multiple applications in many sectors, from utilities and agriculture to defense.Indeed, according to the Drone Manufacturers Ranking 2022 report, the commercial drone market has reached a stage of high technological sophistication, with the fleet growing massively. "The hype of recent years has faded", says the report, "and it is clear now that drone technology is here to stay since it offers very practical solutions to real-life problems."