I have been tasked with purchasing a drone for experiments in a research lab.

I know there are laws and restrictions depending on areas, that much I can figure out,They want one that is able to drop cargo. Is that a reasonable request for one?Also do any have "open source software" that they can modify and change its operational perimeters?The budget is $1000 to $1500 via /r/drones https://ift.tt/2L6W7qE