At Georgia Tech, drone technology is advancing beyond hobbyist experimentation through the university’s Vertically Integrated Projects (VIP) program. VIP teams like Autonomous Vehicle Safety and Experimental Flights are tackling critical challenges such as multi-future path planning, wildfire support, disaster relief, and indoor inventory management. These initiatives emphasize safety and community trust by implementing geofencing, minimizing hover time near people, and ensuring redundancy and remote-pilot takeover capabilities. Through VIP, students gain hands-on experience in designing and deploying autonomous systems that address real-world needs while adhering to rigorous safety standards.

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