Data Acquisition Technologies Offer New Angles, Perspectives for Engineering Achievement Much of what’s written and discussed about drones — unmanned aerial systems — focuses on the uncertainty of this technology. Is it safe? Does it infringe on privacy? Does it replace the expert, trained eye of a technician? Who are the pilots and can I trust them? Those elements of safety, privacy, precision and trust make each flight important. And, as we plan and take the right steps, the flight also leads …