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DISCLAIMER FOR GENERAL STAFF LOSSES DATA 1) These are real people with real lives and real families who love them. Don’t let the numbers sap your humanity. 2) These numbers probably aren’t accurate but they’re the best we have and we don’t need them to be accurate to be indicative of patterns of activity. 3) All losses are estimates. Losses cannot be counted with accuracy because of the conditions on the ground. 4) Both sides would see it to be of their advantage to minimize their own losses maximize the other side’s losses. 5) Neither side releases their losses but we have enough transparency from the Ukrainian side to have confidence in they are indicative. 6) Personnel losses are hard to count. If a soldier gets injured, heals up, and returns to the front line only to get injured again, is that one loss or two? Also, how to deal with losses from PMC’s or soldiers fighting with RF from occupied territories? 7) Equipment losses are hard to count. If an AA complex involves several parts and one part gets disabled, is that a loss, or a fraction of a loss? If a tank gets disabled, repaired, back into the fight, then disabled again, is that one lost tank or two? 8) All recorded losses are vulnerable to multiple reporting. We have already seen numerous cases of multiple drones in the air reporting the same loss from different angles as multiple engagements. 9) Losses are not always reported on the same day they occurred. It is frequent that drone losses are reported at least 24 hours after other terrestrial equipment losses. Certain losses may not be reported for days or weeks for military intelligence reasons.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How can I get started with drone photography
There are many options for starting to photograph with a drone. You can start by buying a drone kit. You will get everything you need to get started. They can range from $200 to $500 depending on the model.
Other options include building your drone. Although this can be a bit complicated, it's still possible to create something that works well enough to take some decent photos and videos.
We recommend that you start with a quadcopter if you want to build your own drone. A quadcopter, like conventional helicopters has four propellers or rotors instead of the usual two.
A quadcopter can be assembled and maintained in a much shorter time than a helicopter. You can also purchase it cheaper and carry it around easier.
First, you need to pick the right parts. You'll need motors, batteries, controllers, and props. Pick the correct size, weight and type.
Next, choose the controller that you want to use. There are many options available. These include joysticks, touch screens and remote controls. We recommend purchasing one with a built-in camera, so you don't have to attach a separate device to your drone.
Once you've chosen the right parts, you're ready to assemble your drone. Pre-assembled kits are recommended to make it easier. However, you can also build your own drone by following a few steps.
Step1: Attach the battery pack
To start building your quadcopter you'll first need to connect it to the motor. Remove the cover plate on the bottom side of the battery. After that, slide in the battery.
Step 2 Connect the motors
Next, place the motors in their appropriate slots. Each motor must go into its designated slot. When installing the motors, make sure they face forward and are perpendicular to the frame.
Step3: Installing the propeller
You will then need to attach your propellers onto the frame. Place them at an equal distance.
After completing all these steps, you're finally ready to test your new drone! If you see no movement when you turn on the engine, double-check that the propellers are facing forward. Also, make sure that there are no obstructions between the propellers.
Can drone photography make you money?
The biggest problem for any photographer trying to make money off drones is that there aren't any products out there that solve the problems that come with flying them. It's not easy to enjoy the experience if you don't have quality equipment or software.
Also, you need to be aware of liability and insurance issues. This is why most photographers opt to take photos from the ground. But we're talking about an entirely new way of capturing images where you could potentially get paid for your efforts.
Drones can capture light very much in the same way as video cameras. Why not create stunning photos using the same technology?
Companies are already making strides in creating photos that can be captured from above. We've already spoken about DJI, GoPro. We are starting to see more companies entering the space.
These cameras can be used for aerial photography but are also very useful on the ground. Every major manufacturer is investing heavily in the development and maintenance of their imaging technologies.
You'll soon be able buy a drone capable of taking incredible photos and 4K video. We may already be seeing this happen. DJI and other companies have released higher resolution versions of their Phantom drones.
DJI recently launched the Inspire 2, a 12-megapixel camera capable of taking photos at 5120x3456 pixels. The Inspire 2 can also be used to record RAW files at 30 frames/second.
It is possible to make money with drone photos.
Can drones shoot nighttime photos?
Answer: Yes. It's something we have been doing for years. Since the 1970s, we have been taking photographs at night.
There is one catch. Night photography requires sophisticated equipment. It's impossible to achieve night photography with a camera less than $10,000.
Light bounces back when it hits an object in a series wavelengths.
These wavelengths are combined to produce white light at very far distances from their source.
This is why you can still see colors in the distance even though the sun may be millions of kilometers away.
However, when light strikes an object near its source, it reflects within a narrow band wavelengths. These wavelengths bounce back straight to us, without overlapping.
That means that the closer the object is, the brighter it appears. This is how objects glow when exposed to black light.
The energy an object absorbs determines how much light it reflects. So when light hits an object, it may reflect more blue light than red light.
The human eye is sensitive to blue light the most so objects appear brighter when viewed in black light.
So what does this have to do with drones? Use a very bright light source to photograph dark places, such a forest or cave.
A normal lamp will not be strong enough to illuminate the whole scene. It will only give you a shadowed image and nothing else.
You will need a strobe if you want to take great photos. You won't want to lug around a large flashgun so you will need a smaller one.
These lights are called speedlights due to the fact that they produce flashes light so fast, they can create a stroboscopic effect.
You can see the light pulse across your screen when we say "stroboscopic". The higher the speed, the better the picture.
We won't be discussing how to set up Speedlights here. But there are plenty of tutorials online.
We'll tell you, to get a clear shot, ensure that your subject is well lit.
To achieve this, you should aim the beam at a 45-degree angle. You can adjust intensity by moving the flashgun head.
Once you have set the setting that is right for you, hold the gun steady as the shutter release button is pressed.
Then, just before the light reaches the subject, press the shutter again. This will activate the flashgun and fire another burst.
While the first burst illuminates the subject, the second one will capture the moment after the first burst has passed.
The end result is a continuous exposure with both bursts light and recorded.
Now that you're comfortable taking photos during the day let's get to night photography.
So far, I have told you everything you need to know about photographing things at night.
The color balance is the last thing we need to address.
Most people assume that any images taken at night will look too dark.
It's true. But it also applies to daytime photographs.
It doesn't really matter if you take photos at dawn or dusk, the camera will always capture a darker image.
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Compared to the old days of the Phantom, this drone is super small, but it will likely require you to check a bag, the way a Mini 3 Pro could easily stow away in an oversized pocket. (thedronegirl.com)
Homes with aerial images sold 68% faster than homes with standard images. (alexdronephotography.com)
Greater than 50% throttle stick position generates positive thrust, but less than 50% throttle stick position reverses the direction of the motors, allowing upside-down flying! (photographypro.com)
Among the biggest improvements, the Skydio 2+ has over the standard 2 is a 20% longer battery life, longer range if you add the Beacon, and a neat AI video creation tool called Keyframe. (thedronegirl.com)
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Tips for Beginners: How To Take Amazing Drone Pictures
Tips for taking great drone photos:
You must ensure that you have enough space for your drone to fly safely. Keep it clear of trees and buildings.
Before you take off, make sure you know where you are going! It's easy to get lost when flying drones. If you don't know where you've flown, you could end up somewhere dangerous, like a cliff edge or in someone's backyard.
Don't forget to stay safe while flying! Always keep your drone close to you to see what's happening around you. Never fly at night, or in bad weather conditions like heavy rain.
Bring extra batteries if you plan to do long flights. Keep spare batteries on hand in case you need them. You won't run low on juice during flight.
Use good quality lenses. Clearer pictures are possible with higher resolution lenses. The image will be blurred by a camera lens that has a low number of pixels, such as the ones found on most smartphones.
Start small. Make short videos when you are learning how to fly a drone. You can then move on to longer videos once you feel comfortable with these.
Avoid using your drone indoors. Drones are not intended to be used indoors. They can damage walls, furniture, and other items.
Practice makes perfect! Try different things with your drone. Use it to capture different angles in the same scene. Or, go outside and practice flying around your house.
Be creative! It is easy to believe that photography has to be a set of rules.
Learn more information about your camera settings. Cameras today have many advanced features. These settings can increase the quality of your images.
Be patient! It is not always possible to be the fastest, but it can sometimes take time to get the perfect shot.
Have fun! Recall why you bought your drone. The experience can be enhanced by enjoying the flight of your drone.
Please share your work! Post your best shots to social media sites like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Pinterest. Let other people know how much fun they had with them!
Keep learning! Keep learning! You can also watch tutorials online. 15. Make sure you are safe Before you head off into the sky, check all safety measures. Ensure your drone has enough battery life left and its landing gear is in working condition. Follow all FAA regulations.
Find your style You'll be able create your style once you've learned the basics. Experiment with different techniques and styles until you find one that works.
Use apps Download free photo editing software to your smartphone. These tools can be used to enhance your photos.
Take note! Keep track of all the information you have learned from this article to help you remember it. Keep important points in a notebook or journal.
