Artificial Intelligence and Communication Technologies
Preliminary Study of Drone Delivery Systems in Hong Kong
Authors: Yuk-Ting Chow, Wong Chi Yat and Yui-yip Lau
Publishing Date: 15-09-2022
ISBN: 978-81-955020-5-9
Abstract
The rise of drone delivery systems is due to the wave of industry 4.0. The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic reinforces the importance of drone delivery systems in order to minimize the spread of the virus, facilitate the economic revitalization processes, and encourage the growth of smart logistics operations in the post-COVID-19 era. In this study, we conduct a preliminary study to address the three main research questions, namely Are the citizens welcome to have drones delivering their packages and other issues associated with the drones? (2) Do the citizens perceive a difference in the risks associated with human delivery and drone delivery? (3) What are the public’s concerns associated with drone delivery? As such, survey questionnaires were collected from Hong Kong residents. The findings highlight that Hong Kong residents are concerned about protecting the drone or package when falling to the ground or water; and (2) minimizing damages to humans, structures, vehicles, or vessels. This pilot study can provide valuable insights and constructive feedback to policymakers and industrial practitioners to design and implement drone delivery systems in Hong Kong in the future.
Keywords
Drone delivery systems, COVID-19 pandemic, Hong Kong residents, Smart logistics
Cite as
Yuk-Ting Chow, Wong Chi Yat and Yui-yip Lau, "Preliminary Study of Drone Delivery Systems in Hong Kong", In: Saroj Hiranwal and Garima Mathur (eds), Artificial Intelligence and Communication Technologies, SCRS, India, 2022, pp. 297-303. https://doi.org/10.52458/978-81-955020-5-9-30