# What is Drone?

*Development · Last updated: October 20, 2026*

> Unmanned Aerial Vehicle

It is an unmanned aerial vehicle guided by remote control or capable of flying autonomously through software.

## Overview

Drones are aerial vehicles without a pilot on board that can be controlled remotely or move autonomously. Thanks to the sensors, cameras, and flight computers on board, they can follow complex routes. Today, they undertake critical tasks in many fields ranging from civilian use to military operations.

***Analogy:** You can think of it like an intelligent model airplane that automatically delivers packages to a specified address or whose remote control is in your hands.*

## How it works

The motors and propellers on the device generate lift. Gyro sensors and GPS receivers provide instant location data. The built-in software processes this data to enable the device to stay balanced in the air and maintain its route.

## Where it is used

They are widely used in search and rescue operations, cartography and agricultural analysis, logistics deliveries, and cinematographic shootings.

## Commonly confused with

They can be confused with traditional model airplanes. While model airplanes constantly require human intervention, drones can perform autonomous flight and automatic route tracking.

## Questions and answers

**Do drones use artificial intelligence?**

Yes, artificial intelligence algorithms are utilized in processes such as obstacle avoidance, object tracking, and autonomous route planning.

**Are all drones autonomous?**

No, while some models operate entirely via human-controlled remote controls, others feature hybrid autonomous systems.

## Related terms

- [Autonomous Robotics](https://trescout.com/en/dictionary/autonomous-robotics/)
- [Robotics](https://trescout.com/en/dictionary/robotics/)
- [IoT](https://trescout.com/en/dictionary/iot/)
- [Computer Vision](https://trescout.com/en/dictionary/computer-vision/)

## Related tools

- [PLFM RADAR](https://trescout.com/en/discover/plfm-radar/)

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Source: TreScout Dictionary · https://trescout.com/en/dictionary/drone/