AI-powered drones can adapt to changing environments and handle unexpected situations.
Drones are being developedfor last-mile delivery serviceof small packages.
One example is using a drone to monitor and inspect bridges for cracks and defects.
Drone pilot controlling a drone.The Creative Drone / Getty Images
The drone imagery can be used to makedigital twinsby transforming drone imagery into 3D bridge models.
“The drones can be sent on autonomous flight paths to get the right shots,” he added.
The Future of AI-Powered Drones
AI is also transforming the way drones are used in warfare.
Someone operating drone controller.Anton Litvintsev / Getty Images
The conflict in Ukraine is drivingrapid advancesin how AI controls drones.
A human gives the gadget permission to pursue and permission to attack.
In the future,large AI language models like ChatGPTmay be used to control drones by voice.
“Once a command is made, AI will take care of the details from there.”
