Unmanned systems are that which operate either partially or fully autonomously with little to none human interaction. These types of systems can come in any shape or form with either ground or flying capabilities depending on a specific mission. Unmanned technology allows us to operate beyond our own capabilities and provide insight into elements we may have never been able to explore.
Not only do unmanned systems provide a means to go beyond normal human capability, they also provide enhanced mission safety along with a reduction to operational costs. One way unmanned systems allow for safer missions is through the use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) to fly over or through dangerous areas or remote locations without subjecting someone to potentially hazardous environments. Overall costs are also reduced through the decreased use of material and manpower.
Unmanned systems are available for your everyday use. You may have interacted with unmanned systems without even realizing. How many of you have a Roomba in your house? These little robot vacuum cleaners are unmanned systems that only require human interaction to 1) start operations (unless you put the robot on a schedule) and 2) to empty out the dirt container (unless you purchased a self emptying dirt disposal Roomba). While these vacuums cannot do everything a human operated vacuum can do, it does provide for the ability to cut down on time spent on this demanding household chore.
There is still a lot of room for unmanned systems to grow and develop into something even more amazing that it already is. As technology continues to be developed and advanced, unmanned systems will also be able to progress in its capabilities. The potentials of unmanned systems are endless and it is exciting to see where the next decade of technology growth will take us.
What are your thoughts? What are some unmanned systems you have had experience operating or observing?
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