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Research Drones in the Jordanian Desert

August 23, 2016

The Stone Age meets the 21st century: US scientists are using drones to research the indigenous population in the Jordanian desert. They've found relics dating back 7,000 years, thanks to the un-manned aerial vehicles.

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Drones are revolutionizing many fields of science, including archaeology. US scientists are using un-manned aerial vehicles to research the desert landscapes of eastern Jordan. They're already unearthed relics that show the region was inhabited 7,000 years ago.