Category: REAL-WORLD APPLICATIONS

  • Geospatial Education for Kids

    Geospatial Education for Kids

    Using technology in education means thinking outside the box. Or, in this case, outside of the map. Geospatial education for kids can change the face of STEM learning, even for elementary students. Technology is constantly evolving, and geospatial skills are now essential to nearly every industry, from banking to forestry. Geospatial education is more than…

  • Drones and Construction

    Drones and Construction

    Drone technology is building a better world for all of us. Literally! Drones in the construction industry are bringing a wide range of benefits and improvements that make job sites safer, more productive, and more effective.  At Drone Legends, we believe that educating the next generation about drone technology is important to cultivate impactful and…

  • Drones and Disaster Relief

    Drones and Disaster Relief

    Imagine an affordable flying robotic tool that could support disaster relief workers in their efforts to save lives and protect ecosystems. Does it sound too good to be true? Let us introduce you to the latest disaster-relief drones and the heroic people who pilot them.  Recently, drones have been supporting relief efforts across the globe.…

  • Why Start Career Technical Education (CTE) in Elementary School?

    Why Start Career Technical Education (CTE) in Elementary School?

    Most traditional academic experiences lack real-world connection and preparation for future careers. This is a problem that experts in Career Technical Education (CTE) are addressing. The world is changing. The skills of tomorrow aren’t all learned in a classroom. Many hands-on fields are advancing beyond things historically associated with CTE. Yes, that’s where young adults…

  • Drones and Movie Production

    Drones and Movie Production

    Drones are advancing the field of STEM in incredible ways. But they’re also taking the arts industry to brilliant new levels, especially with so many possibilities of drone photography and film. In the same way the photograph revolutionized still art and video revolutionized photography, drones are changing the process for image creators everywhere. With new…

  • Drones and the Environment

    Drones and the Environment

    Wouldn’t it be convenient if there were affordable, data-rich tools that could improve our lands, seas, and skies? There are. They’re called drones. And you already know we’re fans. If you care about the environment, read on to learn how drones can help humanity resolve environmental issues, learn more about where we live, and better…

  • Drones and Mapping

    Drones and Mapping

    Drone technology has the power to revolutionize how we work and live. From delivering packages to making the streets safer, we’ve only just started to see the impact drones will have in our daily lives. One area where drones have already started to have a noticeable effect is in the surveying industry. Drone mapping is…

  • Drones and Police

    Drones and Police

    Law enforcement agencies have a history of embracing cutting-edge technologies.  From fingerprints and DNA evidence to machine learning and artificial intelligence, police departments use advanced tools to keep our world safe. Drone technology is always getting better, making it more affordable and effective for all types of uses. The police, fire departments, and emergency services…

  • Drones and the Weather

    Drones and the Weather

    As we continue to look at all the positive capabilities of drones for humanity, it’s clear to see that there are few limits.  Drones help farmers save crops.  Drones make global medical relief possible.  Drones empower scientists, artists, teachers, and professionals in between.  Drones can even predict the weather, and notify regions of upcoming natural…

  • Drones and Surveillance

    Drones and Surveillance

    One of the many uses for commercial drones today includes aerial surveillance. Drones are a more affordable, discreet, and often safer option than manned aircraft for security missions, making them ideal tools for gathering and delivering sensitive information.  Although drones are opening the job market, there’s still work to be done before drones become an…