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Umfang: VIII, 290 p. 135 illus., 121 illus. in color. , online resource.

Ausgabe: 1st ed. 2024.

ISBN: 9783031555718

Serie: Management and Industrial Engineering,

Inhalt: This book explores drone applications and the cutting-edge technologies that drive their functionality. From transforming everyday challenges like traffic congestion to enhancing efficiency in fields such as search and rescue operations, protection of critical infrastructure, and medicine, the book explores how drones serve as powerful allies to address diverse human needs. The chapters not only showcase the applications of drone technology but also shed light on how these vehicles can revolutionize commonplace tasks, such as delivering packages with unprecedented efficiency. The book also explores technological intricacies, regulatory considerations, and the evolving demands of today's consumers. By providing a holistic view, it equips readers with a deep understanding of the multifaceted landscape surrounding drone technology.

Anmerkung: Introduction -- Review on the main drone applications and the technologies associated. -- Drones in precision agriculture -- Drones in aerospace field -- Drones in forest control -- Drones in maritime applications -- Drones in defense -- Drones in smart cities -- Drones for aerial photography -- Shipping and delivering.

In: Springer Nature eBook

Weitere Ausg.: Printed edition: ISBN 9783031555701

Weitere Ausg.: Printed edition: ISBN 9783031555725

Weitere Ausg.: Printed edition: ISBN 9783031555732

Sprache: Englisch

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-55571-8

URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-55571-8

URL: Volltext  (URL des Erstveröffentlichers)

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Umfang: 1 online resource (293 pages)

Ausgabe: 1st ed.

ISBN: 3-031-55571-6

Serie: Management and Industrial Engineering Series

Anmerkung: Intro -- Preface -- Contents -- Brief Introduction to Unmanned Aerial Systems -- 1 Unmanned Aerial Systems -- 1.1 Introduction -- 1.2 UAV, UAS, Drones -- 2 Historical Perspective -- 3 Clasification of UAV -- 3.1 Size -- 3.2 Lift Generation Method -- References -- Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) in Firefighting -- 1 Introduction -- 1.1 The FIREPOCTEP Project -- 1.2 Forest Fires: The Case of Galicia (Northwestern Spain) -- 1.3 The Problem -- 2 Aerodynamic Study -- 2.1 Comparison of Wing Airfoils -- 2.2 Comparison of 3d Wing Airfoils -- 2.3 Final 3d Wing Selection -- 2.4 Fuselage Design -- 2.5 Empennage -- 2.6 Final Aerodynamic Study of the Drone -- 2.7 Wing Design -- 2.8 Fuselage Design -- 2.9 Horizontal Stabilizer Design -- 2.10 Vertical Stabilizer Design -- 2.11 Design of the Final Drone -- 2.12 Calculation of the Power Required at Cruise -- 3 Simulation of the Aerodynamic Flow on the Drone -- 3.1 Flight Autonomy -- 4 Conclusions -- References -- Monitoring of the Evolution of the Firefront of Forest Fires Using Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) in Night Conditions -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Hardware: Introduction -- 3 Hardware: UAV Morphology Design -- 4 Hardware: Aerodynamic Analysis and Geometry -- 5 Hardware: Material -- 6 Software: Introduction -- 7 Software: Objectives -- 7.1 Software: Sub-objective 1 Virtual Interface -- 7.2 Software: Sub-objective 2 Synchronization -- 7.3 Software: Sub-objective 3 Pilot Assistance -- 8 Conclusion -- References -- Key Technologies for UAVs in Search and Rescue (SAR) and Surveillance Operations -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Video Analytics -- 2.1 Algorithms and Methods -- 2.2 Applications -- 3 Mission Planning and Simulation -- 3.1 The Importance of Pre-flight Checks in SAR Operations -- 3.2 Simulation of a Mission as a Part of the Process -- 3.3 SoA Planning -- 4 Real-Time Decision-Making. , 4.1 Definition of Real-Time Decision-Making and Requirements -- 4.2 Real-Time Decision-Making System Architecture -- 4.3 Data Sources and Real-Time Data Acquisition -- 4.4 Real-Time Processing and Analysis -- 4.5 Decision-Making Algorithms -- 4.6 Applications -- 5 Communications -- 5.1 Why Are Communications so Crucial in SAR Missions with UAVs? -- 5.2 Interconnecting UAVs via Cutting-Edge Communication Technologies -- 5.3 Future Trends and Challenges -- 6 Specific Payloads and Other Use Cases -- 7 Conclusions -- References -- C-UAS in the Protection of Critical Infrastructures -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Drones as a Threat to Critical Infrastructures -- 2.1 Extended Range Drones -- 2.2 Short Range Drones -- 3 Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems -- 3.1 Detection Phase in C-UAS -- 3.2 Identification Phase in C-UAS -- 4 Discussion -- 5 Conclusions -- References -- Transport of Light Parts for Logistics Supply in Industrial Manufacturing Plants by Means of UAV -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Materials and Methods -- 2.1 Environment -- 2.2 Visual Localization -- 2.3 UWB -- 2.4 Sensor Fusion -- 2.5 Hovercraft Flow Design -- 2.6 Motion Control -- 3 Results -- 3.1 Motion Control -- 4 Conclusions -- References -- Drones for Space Exploration -- 1 Introduction -- 2 State of the Art -- 3 Flight Conditions in Other Atmospheres -- 3.1 Venus -- 3.2 Mars -- 3.3 Flyable Atmospheres Further Than Mars -- 3.4 A First Comparison of Flyable Atmospheres -- 4 Use Case 1: A Fixed-Wing Drone on Mars -- 4.1 Introduction -- 4.2 Mission Description -- 4.3 Science Payload -- 4.4 Conceptual Design Process Description -- 4.5 Component Layout and Thermal Study -- 4.6 Results and Conclusions -- 5 Use Case 2: A Hybrid Drone in Titan: Argonaut -- 5.1 Introduction -- 5.2 Mission Description -- 5.3 Argonaut Conceptual Design Process Description -- 5.4 Experimental Aerodynamic Verification. , 5.5 Results and Conclusions -- 6 Conclusions -- References -- Drone Journalism: Where the Human Eye Cannot Reach-Narratives and Journalistic Uses -- 1 First Images from the Sky: Hot Air Balloons and Carrier Pigeons -- 2 First Cameras on Drones -- 3 Pioneering Journalistic Experiences -- 4 Contributions to Journalistic Narrative -- 5 Pros and Cons -- 6 Limitations to the Development of Drone Journalism -- 7 Future Perspectives -- References -- Challenges of Civil Application of 'Drones' for Commercial Purposes in the Logistics and Transportation Sector -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Types of 'Drones' According to Their Applications for Transportation and Logistics -- 3 Legal Framework on the 'Drone' Industry -- 4 Technological Challenges for the Sustainable and Efficient Use of 'Drones' in the Transport and Logistics Sector -- 5 Regulatory Challenges for the Sustainable and Efficient Use of 'Drones' in the Transport and Logistics Sector -- 6 Discussion on the Issues and Opportunities Facing the Massive Use of Drones in Activities Related to the Transportation and Logistics Industry -- 6.1 Considerations Concerning the Transportation Sector -- 6.2 Considerations Concerning the Logistic Sector -- 7 Conclusions -- References -- Autonomous Drones and Smart Containers in Medicine -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Drones in Medicine -- 3 Blood Transportation by Drones -- 4 Conclusions -- References -- Drones in Aerospace Engineering Education: The Case of UVigo Aerotech -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Benefits of Engineering Associations -- 2.1 Teamwork -- 2.2 Creativity Freedom -- 2.3 Manufacture Learning -- 2.4 Networking -- 3 Simultaneity Between Degree and Student Team -- 4 Innovation in Associations -- 5 Conclusion -- Conclusions -- Index.

Weitere Ausg.: ISBN 3-031-55570-8

Sprache: Englisch

UID:

Umfang: 1 online resource (293 pages)

Ausgabe: 1st ed. 2024.

ISBN: 3-031-55571-6

Serie: Management and Industrial Engineering,

Inhalt: This book explores drone applications and the cutting-edge technologies that drive their functionality. From transforming everyday challenges like traffic congestion to enhancing efficiency in fields such as search and rescue operations, protection of critical infrastructure, and medicine, the book explores how drones serve as powerful allies to address diverse human needs. The chapters not only showcase the applications of drone technology but also shed light on how these vehicles can revolutionize commonplace tasks, such as delivering packages with unprecedented efficiency. The book also explores technological intricacies, regulatory considerations, and the evolving demands of today's consumers. By providing a holistic view, it equips readers with a deep understanding of the multifaceted landscape surrounding drone technology.

Anmerkung: Introduction -- Review on the main drone applications and the technologies associated. -- Drones in precision agriculture -- Drones in aerospace field -- Drones in forest control -- Drones in maritime applications -- Drones in defense -- Drones in smart cities -- Drones for aerial photography -- Shipping and delivering.

Weitere Ausg.: ISBN 3-031-55570-8

Sprache: Englisch

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-55571-8