Amazon Patents Customized Delivery Drones With Lights, Speakers, Robot Arms, And More - CB Insights Research

The e-commerce giant has had its sights set on drone delivery for years. Amazon is betting big on drone delivery -- again. The company's recently granted patent, titled "Unmanned aerial vehicle with ports configured to receive swappable components," shows how Amazon will customize UAVs before they take off on their routes. The patent highlights drones that can be outfitted with sensors, batteries, lights, speakers, and more, based on specific flight or delivery requirements. These items can be "swapped out" as needed for future missions.