The purpose of this study was to strengthen the link between the utilization of female workers, a key component of Defense Innovation 4.0, and the deployment of advanced drones. This study examined the acceptance factors of first-person view (FPV) dro...
The purpose of this study was to strengthen the link between the utilization of female workers, a key component of Defense Innovation 4.0, and the deployment of advanced drones. This study examined the acceptance factors of first-person view (FPV) drones and the moderating effects of gender and experience, based on the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT). FPV drones are a field requiring low physical dependence, precision operation, and cognitive concentration, making them a promising pilot area for female conscription. Empirical analysis of 538 general citizens revealed that effort expectancy and social influence significantly positively influenced adoption intention, and that both intention and facilitating conditions were key factors in determining actual usage behavior. Conversely, performance expectancy was insignificant, and facilitating conditions played a decisive role in the actual usage phase, rather than in the formation of initial intentions. This suggests that the acceptance of FPV drones is influenced by emotional factors, social atmosphere, and institutional support systems, rather than mere utility. By presenting FPV drone operation as a strategic application area for the female conscription system, this study provides practical policy implications as a technology-based human resources policy model to respond to the era of declining military resources.