Abstract
The paper defines unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) and explains what they are. The advantages of UAVs are clearly discussed and elucidated by the paper. The paper asserts that the research in the paper, demonstrates valid and significant uses for the unmanned aerial vehicle, including urban applications relating to security and safety. The paper concludes that full utilization of unmanned aerial vehicles in reconnaissance would save the lives of servicemen.

Outline:
Introduction
Casualty Factor
Tactical Reconnaissance in Urban Environments
Biological and Chemical Sensor Transport
The Goal and the Vision in Tactical Reconnaissance
Summary and Conclusion

From the Paper
"Another use that shows promise for the UAV is in the carrying of sensory devices especially biological sensors. Since the battlefield is a situation that has a high likelihood chemical or biological exposure and UAV transport of these types of sensory detection devices ultimately are very likely to prove very efficient and effective in achieving health-related goals. (Shepherd, 2003) Reports are rife with soldiers exposure to uranium other chemical exposures in the Persian Gulf. Urban situations requiring sensors for safety are related as well. The "Review of the U.S. Army's Health Risk Assessments for Oral Exposure to Six Chemical-Warfare Agents" published by the Board on Environmental Studies and Toxicology states that the U.S. Army is: "...under a congressional mandate and the Chemical Weapons Convention of January 1993 to destroy its entire stockpile of chemical munitions. In addition to stockpiled munitions, nonstockpile chemical materiel (NSCM) has been identified for destruction. NSCM includes a host of lethal wastes from past disposal efforts, unserviceable munitions, chemically contaminated containers, chemical-production facilities, newly located chemical munitions, known sites containing substantial quantities of buried chemical weapons and wastes, and binary weapons and components. There are eight stockpile sites located in the continental United States and one on an island in the Pacific Ocean, and 82 NSCM locations have been identified. There are concerns, based on storage and past disposal practices, about soil and groundwater contamination at those sites. Six of the most commonly found chemical-warfare agents at stockpile and NSCM sites are the nerve agents GA, GB, GD, and VX and the vesicating (blistering) agents sulfur mustard and lewisite." (1999) The use of the unmanned aerial vehicle in the cleanup initiative for the military may be ensured more safely through use of UAV in monitoring these efforts of handling and transporting, destroying or other means applied in elimination of these materials. The use of the UAV in all tasks that could be handled remotely or autonomously promises to save lives but as well promises to reduce health care costs for the military and civilian populations and ultimately for the country at large. "

Tags:unmanned, aerial, vehicles, reconnaissance, soldiers

Abstract
This paper explains that most countries outside North America classify aerial platforms as being electronic devices, basically set-top and other types of devices, primarily for use in enhancing television reception. The author points out that the more sophisticated devices are used at remote production sites where top-notch quality transmission back to a central location via satellite is required; these aerial devices can be either land-based, as in a stationary studio application, or carried aloft via aircraft, even in outer space to deliver aerial amplifications. The paper relates other uses and methods of delivery are shipboard where they are used for search and rescue types of operations, as in air crashes at sea; the most frequent application is "hired out" aerial platforms used by production companies for movies and similar projects.

From the Paper
"Yet another greatly successful program of "aerial platform" use is in the tracking of the whale herds in their migration treks through the open ocean. By the use of these platforms, the government of the United Kingdom has been able to set up within the European Union a consultative forum on whaling so that this valuable World Asset and several species are no longer hunted to extinction. As a result of the successful efforts in the Atlantic Ocean, the nations of the Pacific Rim are in negotiations now to establish a similar program within their waters to intelligently harvest whales, an important part of the diets of several Asian nations. The biggest obstacle so far is the cooperation the Russians as since the fall of the Soviet Union this Russian Industry has been all but unregulated by anyone."

Tags:crashes, stationary, transmission, government, hired-out

Abstract
The paper discusses the lengthy history of narcotics in Colombia, the history of the American war on drugs and the types of drugs that appear most prevalent in Colombia. From there, time is devoted to looking at the issue of aerial spraying, why it seemed like a good idea when first conceived, and precisely what impact it has had (or is suspected to have had) upon Colombia. In the final analysis, the paper concludes that aerial spraying seems superficially to be an effective means of thwarting the drug trafficking problem in Colombia, but it may simply be a needless distraction diverting resources and expertise away from worthwhile alternatives.

Tags:colombia, drug, trade

Abstract
This seventeen-page undergraduate paper discusses unmanned aerial vehicles or UAV's. A UAV is officially defined as A powered, aerial vehicle that does not carry a human operator, uses aerodynamic forces to provide vehicle lift, can fly autonomously or be piloted remotely, can be expendable or recoverable, and can carry a lethal or non lethal payload.

Abstract
This paper researches the issues concerning the ways unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) will affect the security of the national airspace. The paper specifically looks at the degree of acceptance of UAVs and of the ways to educate individuals so that UAVs will be accepted into the current national airspace as a necessary component. The author includes a literature review, a description of the methodology used for the survey, an analysis of the data and recommendations based on the research. In the chapter on methodology, the author presents an extensive general discussion on the process of doing research.

Table of Contents:
Introduction
Background
Statement of the Problem
Purpose of the Study
Importance of the Study
Scope of the Study
Rationale for the Study
Overview of the Study
Review of Related Literature
Methodology
Research Design and Approach
Population and Sample
Collection and Tabulation of Data
Data Analysis Procedure
Qualitative vs. Quantitative Analysis
Limitations of the Study
Reliability and Validity of the Data
Survey Instrument
Analysis of the Data
Summary, Recommendations, And Conclusion

From the Paper
"Commercial flights have been going on for a long time. Throughout this history there have always been accidents. Weather, mechanical failures, and other issues have worked to produce some of these. However, there are some accidents that can only be attributed to what is termed "pilot error." Those that want to understand how these accidents happen and why have studied many of these accidents and tried to determine what caused the human error that ultimately led to the crash . Many of these individuals have discovered that the fatigue of the crew and the pilot has been what has led to the crash in many cases."

Tags:danger gps modules, qualitative instruments, statistics

Abstract
In this article, the writer discusses the potential of a career in the unmanned aerial vehicle industry. The paper includes an annotated bibliography.

From the Paper
"Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) have been characterized by Hugh Jameson as among the most significant weapons being used in combat and intelligence gathering operations by military services today. A career in the field of UAV management is a challenging opportunity for an individual who wishes to be engaged in military service because it offers a unique opportunity to influence the outcome of combat operations and to become proficient in the application of advanced technologies that have the potential to reduce the ..."

Tags:unmanned aerial vehicles, careers

Abstract
The paper discusses the use, capabilities and operations of unmanned aerial vehicles by the U.S. military.

From the Paper
"According to Hugh Jameson, one of the most significant military developments in the last ... to ... years has been that of the unmanned aerial vehicle which has evolved from the simple drone with limited capability to today's sophisticated aircraft, which for some roles, particularly Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR), is now the platform of choice. These drones or UAVs are seen by Ana Mulrine as increasingly useful in challenging theaters of operation such as Afghanistan where the terrain is such that gathering..."

Tags:unmanned aerial vehicles, military, combat

Abstract
This paper looks at how maritime torts and aerial torts play a slightly different role in the choice of law rules, when compared to other types of torts committed. This is mainly due to the nature of the tort and the extent of how far international law has slowly developed in relation to such issues as to maritime and aerial torts.

From the Paper
"The fundamental question that the forum court must determine is when the elements of a tort cross jurisdictional boundaries, whether or not the tort has occurred within its jurisdiction. In essence the first requirement for any court, invited to exercise jurisdiction and power over parties, is to establish (at least where there is a contest or doubt) that according to its own law it has jurisdiction and power over the matter before it. If not, it must decide what law or laws to apply in determining liability."

Tags:international, law

Abstract
The paper discusses efforts to move the technology of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) forward and place it on the same footing as human-piloted aircraft and notes the serious safety concerns involved in using them as commercial airliners. The paper shows how UAVs are an unproven technology that is only beginning to be successfully used in military applications. The paper contends that using this technology in civil airspace represents an unnecessary risk to other aircraft that cannot be justified.

From the Paper
"Some may believe that UAVs are the next step in aviation, but it is far more likely based on the evidence to conclude that they are actually just a new hazard in already overcrowded skies (Use of pilotless planes, 2006). In the United States alone, airlines account for approximately 612 million commercial flights each year (Eng, n.d.). This is a significant number of aircraft clogging the skies each year, which is already difficult to manage. Mid-air collisions are not unheard of, despite pilot training and despite the latest technology. Into this fray imagine the insertion of UAVs using untested technology and an unreliable ability to detect and avoid other aircraft. The results of UAVs colliding with other aircraft or with structures on the ground cannot be ignored."

Tags:flights, cockpit, freight, collisions, aviation

Abstract
This paper proposes a study to provide an overview of unmanned combat aerial vehicles (UCAVs), what role they are currently playing, and how they might be used in the future. In order to assess the future trend of such military hardware, a critical review of the relevant literature is followed by the administration of a survey form to determine the social acceptability and military implications of such unmanned vehicles being used in lieu of human soldiers in the future. An analysis of the statistical data is followed by a narrative description of the findings and recommendations for the future.

From the Paper
"As the United States continues to wage a prolonged and costly regional war in the Middle East, there is growing concern among many observers in the military and legislature who contend the country is stretching its resources too thinly, and any eruption of hostilities in other parts of the world such as North Korea or Indonesia, for instance, would surely be disastrous. Adding further impetus to these worries are the growing casualty lists of American soldiers who are being killed by unseen and mostly unknown assailants. In this environment, then, any military tool that allows troops to remain out of harm's way while gathering the essential intelligence required to prosecute an effective ground war must be viewed as a step in the right direction."

Tags:military, hardware, war