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Drones

A drone is an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV). Camera drones have given humankind more than just stunning aerial photography. They have a not-so-rosy past and have actually been around for more than a century. Did you know that these unmanned aerial vehicles were used by the U.S. militaryas 'cruise missiles' winged bombs made ofcardboard and papier-ch'in combat?

Over time, the drones flew off the battlefield but are still a part of important undertakings like surveying and mapping, inspection, science and research, security, monitoring, as well as search-and-rescue missions.

Satellite Imaging

Satellites fly around the Earth, scanning large areas at a time and giving us information. Satellite imaging was first used by the US and the Soviet Union for 'conducting scientific research' or, as we recently discovered, spying on each other.

Today, satellite imaging really has scientific applications. We have a couple of satellites looking outward, seeking signs of life in outer space; however, most of them are focused back home, gathering valuable information about our planet's land, air, and water. With the help of satellites, we can observe wildfires, volcanoes, and smoke, and predict the weather and climate. They also help control the spread of disease and assist farmers in deciding which crops to grow.

Virtual Reality

The future is here and it brings Virtual Reality (VR). It immerses you in an artificial three-dimensional world created by a computer. You may interact with this simulated environment like you would in a real-life situation by using special electronic equipment. VR has entered almost every sector from entertainment, education, fashion, and sports, to business, military, and scientific visualization.

Besides letting you live your favorite movies, it also helps soldiers train in simulated battlefields. While VR lets you indulge in your favorite shooter game, it is also helping local law enforcement personnel reconstruct a crime scene. The uses of VR are far-ranging and significant. And like all the innovations of this list, it helps enrich our lives.