Telecommunication capabilities of unmanned aerial vehicles (drones)

The rapid advancement and widespread use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), commonly known as drones, have revolutionized various operations and applications. This thesis explores the telecommunication capabilities of UAVs, focusing on the significance of communication protocols in ensuring effecti...

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Κύριος συγγραφέας: Αναστασόπουλος, Κωνσταντίνος
Άλλοι συγγραφείς: Anastasopoulos, Konstantinos
Γλώσσα:English
Έκδοση: 2023
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Διαθέσιμο Online:https://hdl.handle.net/10889/25391
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Περίληψη:The rapid advancement and widespread use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), commonly known as drones, have revolutionized various operations and applications. This thesis explores the telecommunication capabilities of UAVs, focusing on the significance of communication protocols in ensuring effective and reliable operations. The introduction highlights the growing popularity of UAVs and their potential to improve efficiency and safety in diverse fields. Understanding the communication protocols used in UAVs is crucial for optimizing performance, identifying vulnerabilities, and staying updated with advancements in those fields. The thesis comprehensively examines the applications of UAVs, including military operations, civilian infrastructure management, environmental monitoring, aerial photography, FPV racing, and agriculture. These applications highlight the versatility and transformative impact of UAVs in performing tasks that were previously challenging or hazardous. Aerial photography and FPV racing have also gained attention for their unique perspectives and exhilarating experiences. In the study of communication protocols, wireless and wired protocols are analyzed. Wireless protocols such as FHSS, GFSK, LoRa, WiFi, Bluetooth, and Zigbee are explored, offering varying range, data transfer rates, and resistance to interference. This customization enables adaptability based on specific UAV applications and operational requirements. The analysis of wired communication protocols, including DSHOT, MAVLink, TBS SmartAudio, NMEA 0183, PWM, PPM, SBUS, and IBUS, sheds light on their strengths and weaknesses in facilitating efficient and reliable communication between crucial UAV components. The thesis emphasizes the importance of staying updated with evolving UAV protocols to make informed decisions regarding protocol selection and system optimization. It highlights the impact of communication protocols on UAV performance and reliability. The research presented contributes to the knowledge base of UAV technology, serving as a valuable resource for researchers, practitioners, and enthusiasts interested in advancing UAV capabilities. In conclusion, this thesis explores the diverse applications of UAVs and their telecommunication capabilities. It emphasizes the significance of communication protocols for effective and reliable UAV operations. The insights gained from this study can further advance UAV technology, fostering innovation, and enhancing the efficiency and safety of unmanned aerial systems.