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Resource Type: Contest Problem
Primary Level: High School

Drone Clusters as Sky Light Displays

Author: COMAP


Background:

Intel® developed its Shooting StarTM drone and is using clusters of these drones for aerial light shows. In 2016, a cluster of 500 drones, controlled by a single laptop and one pilot, performed a beautifully choreographed light show

(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jNIAzeU8POQ).

Your large city has an annual festival and is considering adding an outdoor aerial light show. The Mayor has asked your team to investigate the idea of using drones to create three possible sky displays.

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HiMCM Problem
Commentary: Yes (1) | Student Papers: Yes (6)

Mathematics Topics:

Math Modeling

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