Scheduling methods for unmanned aerial vehicle based delivery systems

□ Because of the inherent flexibility, ease of use, and ability for rapid deployment, UAVs (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles) have been widely used for commercial applications. □ Both Facebook and Google looked into buying Titan Aerospace, a company located in New Mexico, which develops solar powered UAVs □ Amazon announced a plan to offer 30-minute deliveries using UAVs. Prime Air, has a goal of delivering packages to customers in 30 minutes or less using UAVs