The economic, technical, and environmental implications of remotely piloted vehicles (RVP) are examined. The time frame is 1980-85. Representative uses are selected; detailed functional and performance requirements are derived for RPV systems; and conceptual system designs are devised. Total system cost comparisons are made with non-RPV alternatives. The potential market demand for RPV systems is estimated. Environmental and safety requirements are examined, and legal and regulatory concerns are identified. A potential demand for 2,000-11,000 RVP systems is estimated. Typical cost savings of 25 to 35% compared to non-RPV alternatives are determined. There appear to be no environmental problems, and the safety issue appears manageable.
Civil Uses of Remotely Piloted Aircraft
1976-07-01
Report
No indication
English
Civil Uses of Remotely Piloted Aircraft
NTIS | 1976
|Civil uses of remotely piloted aircraft
NTRS | 1976
|Remotely piloted aircraft in the civil environment
NTRS | 1975
|Remotely piloted aircraft in the civil environment
NTRS | 1977
|Remotely piloted aircraft in the civil environment
NTRS | 1977
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