Drone Swarms Are the New Fireworks Lighting Up China's Skies
- Drone shows are emerging after China limits pyrotechnics
- Ehang monetizes swarms to fund dream of passenger drone
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Since China banned fireworks across more than 400 cities to reduce pollution, a new entertainment has emerged to fill the skies: drone swarms.
Shows featuring more than a thousand drones forming 3-D animated figures and other images are being booked for celebrations across the country. Among those cashing in on the technology is EHang Inc., which has been contracted for several performances and in the process set a record for the number of airborne craft in a single display.