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Exploring Drone Innovation at Rikkyo Ikebukuro

In a pioneering initiative, Digital Information Technology Co., Ltd. (DIT), an independent system integrator based in Chuo-ku, Tokyo, conducted an extracurricular class on drone business for members of the Mathematics Research Club at Rikkyo Ikebukuro School on July 11. The event aimed to enlighten students about the drone industry and its latest technologies while encouraging them to develop business ideas addressing social issues.

Background of the Initiative

DIT is committed to promoting regional digital transformation (DX) with offices in Matsuyama City, Ehime Prefecture, and Hakodate and Hokuto Cities in Hokkaido. The company is particularly focused on employing drones for smart agriculture and resolving local challenges through digital technologies. Aspiring to share its expertise with the next generation, DIT collaborates with educational institutions to facilitate hands-on learning experiences.

Overview of the Extracurricular Class

The class began with an introduction to DIT’s business and an overview of the drone industry's trends, including cases of social implementation. Students had the opportunity to experience hands-on activities such as flying toy drones and using First Person View (FPV) simulators to grasp the properties and potentials of drones. Following these activities, group work was conducted to brainstorm on how drones could tackle various social issues. Each team shared their business ideas aimed at solving societal challenges, followed by an interactive session where they refined their ideas based on feedback from peers.

The session concluded with critiques from the instructors and teachers, highlighting the strengths of each team’s ideas and discussing the potential for creating businesses that leverage drone technology to address societal concerns.

Student Engagement and Achievements

Throughout the class, students demonstrated keen interest in the application of drone technology across different societal contexts, eagerly posing questions to the instructors. During the flying experience, they confronted the challenges of maneuvering the drone, but continued to engage actively and enjoyed the process. Feedback collected in post-class surveys included remarks like, “The drone flying experience was memorable,” and “I gained insights into the challenges and regulations of the drone industry,” marking a significant opportunity for students to deepen their understanding of the technology.

During the group discussions, students freely contributed their thoughts, exploring questions like, “Is there a better way to approach this?” and “Could this idea be feasible?” They built on each other’s ideas, prompting exciting and serious deliberations while maintaining an energetic atmosphere throughout the session.

Student Comments

• - “I found it fascinating to learn about the challenges and regulations within the drone industry.”
• - “Discussing the future possibilities of drones broadened my perspective.”
• - “I realized both the difficulties and the excitement of thinking up business solutions for social issues.”

Instructor Feedback

The instructor praised the students for their earnest engagement during the lectures and meaningful discussions in the groupwork. They expressed joy at witnessing the students’ active participation in flying drones, hoping it would spark their interest in drone technology and digital advancements. While drone applications are expanding across various fields, the instructor emphasized that overcoming existing challenges would be crucial for further social implementation. They encouraged students to explore varied possibilities as they navigate their future paths.

As a part of the Mathematics Research Club, students concluded the session with a group photo, capturing the exciting essence of their educational experience.

About Digital Information Technology

With a long-standing record of consistent revenue growth, DIT has distinguished itself as an independent IT company, specializing in embedded development and business software. Their innovative products include security solutions such as WebARGUS, which offers real-time web modification detection and recovery, and the automation platform xoBlos. DIT is dedicated to resolving local issues through drones and AI while fostering the next generation of talent.