BEHIND THE BLADES

How alternating rotation allows drones to glide effortlessly through the air

ROTORS

Each of the drone’s rotors are made up of propellers and motors that, when spinning, generate a downward thrust that lifts the drone into the air.

HOVERING

For drones to hover, two of the four rotors move clockwise while the others move counterclockwise.

COMPUTER

The onboard computer measures vital information such as onboard battery life and GPS coordinates, feeding that information back to the pilot.

ACCELEROMETER

Sensors such as accelerometers and altimeters record the speed, direction and altitude of the drone.