Classification of unmanned aerial vehicles by types and control technologies
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https://doi.org/10.46299/j.isjea.20250403.08Keywords:
Unmanned aerial vehicles, control, drones, classification, manual, semi-autonomous, autonomousAbstract
The article provides a systematic analysis of the main types of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) control, taking into account modern technological approaches. Both traditional methods of control with the participation of an operator and modern autonomous and semi-autonomous solutions, including those based on artificial intelligence algorithms and decision-making systems, are considered. A comparison of control types, their advantages and disadvantages is provided, taking into account the requirements for reliability, efficiency, resistance to external influences and dependence on the communication channel. A detailed analysis of the types and technologies already developed will help in the study of the field of unmanned vehicles construction and will highlight the main technologies, as well as those aspects that can be improved in the future. Particular attention is paid to the technologies of communication between UAVs and ground control stations. The principles of operation and characteristics of the main communication channels, including Wi-Fi, radio frequency and fiber optic systems, are described. Their impact on the efficiency and safety of the control process is considered. The paper also focuses on the technical and organizational challenges that arise when integrating intelligent systems into the UAV control architecture. The classification of the presented types of control and communication technologies is based on functional, structural and technical features. The article highlights a wide range of approaches to implementing control in the face of limited channel bandwidth, threats of communication disruption or cyber threats. This will allow us to demonstrate more clearly how diverse are the approaches to addressing the shortcomings of various systems that have been created over time. The presented analysis is the basis for further research in the field of designing efficient, reliable, and adaptive UAV control systems that have the potential for further improvement in the face of dynamic technological development.References
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