Advancements in UAV Technology for Search and Rescue Operations: Applications, Challenges, and Future Directions
2026 International Conference on Digital Transformation, Innovation & Sustainable Development (DTISD), ´Adan, Yemen, 20 - 22 Temmuz 2026, ss.1-8, (Tam Metin Bildiri)
- Yayın Türü: Bildiri / Tam Metin Bildiri
- Doi Numarası: 10.1109/dtisd69661.2026.11668218
- Basıldığı Şehir: ´Adan
- Basıldığı Ülke: Yemen
- Sayfa Sayıları: ss.1-8
- Kocaeli Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet
Özet
In recent years, it has been observed that Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) have emerged in Search and Rescue operations (SAR). Offering advantages such as swift deployment and increased visibility on the ground, they have revolutionized the field. They, however, remain relatively unknown and underutilized in the majority of Search and Rescue operations. In this paper, we provide insight into UAVs by looking at their architectural components. In addition, we examine how they have affected the field of Search and Rescue by scaling existing methods or adding new techniques. We discuss current limitations of the technology and propose potential solutions from current trends and avenues for future research, development, and deployment of UAVs in the Search and Rescue field.