Drones – it’s great. While they are in the air. However, sometimes there are troubles and drones fall. Not the most joyful experience – break model worth several hundred dollars. So let’s look at the new invention from the team SmartChutes.
Is there a way to avoid trouble? Yes. He came up with an American named Michael Peak, who lives in Nashville. Enthusiast developed SmartChutes a system for small UAVs. Let’s look at the features of the new invention SmartChutes.
Features of the SmartChutes
NEW operates as follows: it automatically detects that the aircraft crashes and reveals 91-inch parachute. This allows us to implement a “soft” landing.
For the analysis of the situation meet special sensors. They fix the slope of over 90 degrees, the loss of traction, as well as other signs of disaster.
Important note: SmartChutes operates autonomously. 113-gram unit is equipped with its own battery – it does not need a UAV battery (with the consequent increase in reliability).
Conclusion of the SmartChutes
The new invention allows SmartChutes remain undamaged during the fall. And it’s simple, but a good idea for the realization of sales for your drones. Now the inventor is looking for funds for the mass production of the prototype. Price pre-order on Kickstarter – 130 US dollars. After the release of the price will rise to 160 USD.
Source: Gizmag
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