AUTONOMOUS DRONE TECHNOLOGY: CURRENT TRENDS AND FUTURE DIRECTIONS

Autonomous drones are rapidly transforming industries by enabling innovative solutions for tasks ranging from surveillance to delivery. This paper explores the current state of autonomous drone technology, highlighting the key advancements in areas such as navigation, control systems, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and sensor technology. The paper examines the applications of autonomous drones in various sectors, including agriculture, logistics, defense, and environmental monitoring. It also addresses the challenges faced in the development and deployment of these systems, such as regulatory issues, safety concerns, and technological limitations. Furthermore, the paper looks ahead to the future of autonomous drone technology, considering the potential impacts of emerging technologies such as 5G, edge computing, and advanced AI algorithms on the capabilities and deployment of drones. This review provides valuable insights into how autonomous drones are shaping industries today and the opportunities they hold for the future.