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Integrating AI for Sustainable Disaster Management
Building Resilience and Preventing Catastrophes

Palanichamy Naveen (Edited by), Naveen (Author), R. Maheswar (Edited by), K. Mohanasundaram (Edited by), Rajasekaran Thangaraj (Edited by), S. Arivazhagan (Edited by)

9781394271573, Wiley

Hardback, published 13 January 2026

416 pages
28 x 19 x 2.6 cm, 0.666 kg

Future-proof your disaster management strategy with this essential, multidisciplinary guide that shows how cutting-edge AI technologies can be practically integrated to enhance early warning systems, save lives, and build long-term community resilience.

By bridging the fields of AI, engineering, and sustainable development, this book offers a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach to disaster management. It provides valuable insights for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers on how to integrate AI to improve decision-making, enhance infrastructure design, and promote long-term sustainability. This book explores the transformative role of artificial intelligence in enhancing disaster resilience and promoting sustainable disaster management practices. The book delves into cutting-edge AI technologies, such as machine learning, deep learning, robotics, and big data analytics, showcasing their potential to improve risk assessment, early warning systems, and real-time disaster response. It focuses on practical applications for mitigating natural hazards like earthquakes, cyclones, and mass movements, providing real-world case studies and successes that demonstrate how AI can save lives, reduce economic loss, and strengthen community resilience. The practical examples and forward-looking perspectives explored in this book make it a crucial resource for anyone working to mitigate the impacts of natural disasters and build a more resilient, sustainable future.

Readers will find the volume:

  • Explores how artificial intelligence enhances risk assessment, early warning systems, and realtime disaster response;
  • Provides practical insights through detailed examples of AI applications in earthquakes, cyclones, and mass movement management;
  • Demonstrates how AI can support sustainable practices and align with global development goals to build resilient communities;
  • Provides comprehensive coverage, combining expertise from AI, engineering, sustainability development, and disaster management practitioners;
  • Introduces the latest AI techniques, including IoT, big data, deep learning, and robotics, for effective disaster prevention and recovery.

Audience

Researchers, civil, structural, and environmental engineers, policymakers, and graduate students involved in disaster management, sustainable development, AI, and data science.

Preface xvii

1 Introduction to Sustainable Development and Disaster Management 1
Rajasekaran Thangaraj, Palanichamy Naveen, Maheswar R., Mohanasundaram K., Arivazhagan S. and Kolla Bhanu Prakash

1.1 Introduction 2

1.1.1 Overview of Sustainable Development 2

1.1.1.1 Core Concepts of Sustainable Development 2

1.1.1.2 Historical Context of Sustainable Development 3

1.1.1.3 Principles of Sustainable Development 3

1.1.1.4 Challenges and Opportunities in Achieving Sustainable Development 4

1.1.2 Importance of Disaster Management 5

1.1.2.1 Definition and Scope of Disaster Management 5

1.1.2.2 Phases of Disaster Management 6

1.1.2.3 Types of Disasters 6

1.1.2.4 Challenges in Disaster Management 6

1.1.2.5 Importance of Effective Disaster Management 7

1.1.2.6 Case Studies of Disaster Management 8

1.1.3 Intersection of AI, Sustainable Development, and Disaster Management 9

1.2 Sustainable Development 9

1.2.1 Definition and Principles 9

1.2.2 Historical Context and Evolution 9

1.2.3 Goals and Global Initiatives (SDGs) 10

1.3 Disaster Management 10

1.3.1 Definition and Types of Disasters 10

1.3.2 Phases of Disaster Management 10

1.3.3 Challenges in Traditional Disaster Management Approaches 11

1.4 Role of AI in Sustainable Development 12

1.4.1 AI Technologies and their Applications 12

1.4.2 Case Studies of AI in Sustainable Development 12

1.5 Role of AI in Disaster Management 15

1.5.1 AI Technologies in Disaster Prediction and Early Warning 15

1.5.2 AI in Disaster Response and Recovery 15

1.5.3 Case Studies of AI in Disaster Management 16

1.6 Integration of AI in Sustainable Disaster Management 17

1.6.1 Benefits of AI Integration 17

1.6.2 Framework for AI Integration 18

1.6.2.1 Identifying Key Areas for AI Application 18

1.6.2.2 Ensuring Data Accessibility and Quality 18

1.6.2.3 Fostering Collaboration Among Stakeholders 18

1.6.2.4 Addressing Ethical Considerations 19

1.6.2.5 Ensuring Transparency 19

1.6.3 Challenges and Ethical Considerations 19

1.7 Conclusion 21

References 22

2 Earthquake Risk Assessment Using Artificial Intelligence – A Review on Traditional Methods and Artificial Intelligence– Based Methods 25
Jeba Wincy Deborah. W., Karishma. R., D. Pamela, Joses Jenish Smart, Shajin Prince and Bini. D.

Introduction to Earthquake Risk Assessment 26

Understanding Seismic Hazards 27

Data Source of Earthquake Risk Assessment 27

Scenario of Earthquake Incidents of the World 28

Scenario of Earthquake Incidents of India 29

Brief Overview of Earthquake Incidents in India 29

Traditional Methods Used in Earthquake Risk Assessment and Predictions: Historical Data Analysis 33

Seismic Hazard Mapping 34

Ground Motion Prediction 35

Fault Rupture Hazard Analysis 36

Site-Specific Studies 37

Building Vulnerability Assessment 37

Organizations for Earthquake Risk Assessment and Predictions 42

Earthquake Risk Assessment Using Artificial Intelligence 43

Prediction of Earthquake Using AI 44

Algorithms Used for Earthquake Risk Assessment and Predictions: Deep Learning Algorithms 45

Machine Learning Algorithms 45

Methods for Earthquake Risk Assessment and Prediction Using AI 46

Pattern Recognition in Seismic Data 46

Anomaly Detection 47

Earthquake Forecasting Model 47

Data Fusion and Integration 48

Damage and Impact Assessment 49

Real-Time Monitoring 50

Early Warning Systems 51

Risk Mitigation 52

Resilience Planning 52

Predictive Modeling for Earthquake Forecasting Using AI 54

Integration of AI Techniques in Seismic Hazard Analysis 55

Construction Practices and Urban Planning for Earthquake Assessment Using AI 56

Future Scope of Earthquake Risk Assessment and Prediction Using AI 57

Conclusion 58

References 59

3 AI Applications in Earthquake Resistance Using Change in Structural Design 61
E. Nirmala, M. Suresh and Sankar Muthu Paramasivam

3.1 Introduction 62

3.2 Review of Literature 63

3.3 Proposed Techniques 64

3.3.1 Different Techniques Used in Structural Design to Reduce Risk in Posterior Earthquakes 64

3.3.2 Earthquake Prediction Using ANN 67

3.3.3 AI–Neural Network–Based Earthquake Prediction 67

3.3.4 AI-Based Dynamic Interpretation Network (DIN)– Multilayer Propagation Algorithm for Earthquake Prediction 68

3.4 AI- and ML-Based Techniques 70

3.4.1 Earthquakes of Smaller Size Can Predict Large-Size Earthquakes Using Substance of AI Machine Learning Algorithms 70

3.4.2 AI-Assisted Simulation-Driven Earthquake-Resistant Design Framework: Taking a Strong Back System as an Example 71

3.4.3 Guidelines for Architectural Design Changes to Predict from Earthquake 73

3.4.4 Seismic Advancement of Prevailing Masonry Structures 73

3.5 Conclusion and Future Work 74

Bibliography 75

4 Automatic Detection of Tropical Cyclones from Satellite Images Using YOLO Models 79
Rajasekaran Thangaraj, Pandiyan P., Palanichamy Naveen, Balasubramaniam Vadivel, P. Prakash and S. Manoj Kumar

4.1 Introduction 80

4.2 Related Works 82

4.3 Dataset Description 83

4.3.1 Dataset Collection 83

4.3.2 Dataset Preprocessing 83

4.4 Methodology 84

4.4.1 Yolo 84

4.4.2 YOLOv 3 84

4.4.3 Tiny-YOLOv 4 85

4.4.4 YOLOv 5 87

4.5 Model Evaluation Indicators 88

4.6 Experimental Results 89

4.7 Discussion 93

4.8 Conclusion 94

References 95

5 Intelligent Transportation Systems in Cyclone-Prone Areas: A Study and Future Perspectives 99
Geetha S. K., Kiruthika J. K., Sathya S., Srisathya K. B., Rajasekaran Thangaraj and R. Devi Priya

5.1 Introduction 100

5.2 Importance of Intelligent Transportation Systems in Cyclone Resilience 101

5.3 Early Warning Systems 103

5.4 Applications of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles and Robots in Disaster Management 106

5.5 Emerging Technologies and Future Trends in ITSs for Cyclone-Prone Areas 108

5.6 Optimizing Mobility: Advanced Approaches to Traffic Management and Control 111

5.7 Conclusion 117

References 117

6 AI-Enhanced Risk Assessment and Mitigation for Mass Movements 121
G. Anusha, V. Sathish Kumar, U. Johnson Alengaram, S. Nagamani and N. Srimathi

6.1 Introduction 122

6.2 Understanding Mass Movements 123

6.3 Traditional Risk Assessment and Mitigation Methods 124

6.4 The Role of AI in Risk Assessment 125

6.5 AI-Enhanced Mitigation Strategies 127

6.6 Challenges and Ethical Considerations 129

6.7 Future Trends and Innovations in AI-Enhanced Mass Movement Management 130

6.8 Case Studies in AI-Enhanced Mass Movement Management 132

6.9 Conclusions 134

References 135

7 Distributed AI Systems for Disaster Response and Recovery 137
Ravikumar S., Eugene Berna I., Vijay K., J. Jeyalakshmi and Eashaan Manohar

7.1 Introduction 138

7.2 Technology Applied in Critical Cases 141

7.2.1 Disaster Management Architecture 143

7.2.2 Proposed Framework 144

7.2.3 Disaster Management Ontology 145

7.3 Approach to Disaster Relief That is Enabled by Information and Communication Technology 145

7.4 ml and Deep Learning Methods: An Overview 146

7.4.1 Convolutional Neural Network 147

7.4.2 Lstm 148

7.4.3 Support Vector Machine 148

7.4.4 ML/DL Methods for Disaster and Hazard Prediction 148

7.4.5 ML/DL Methods for Risk and Vulnerability Assessment 149

7.4.6 ML/DL Methods for Disaster Detection 150

7.4.7 ML/DL Methods for Disaster Monitoring 150

7.4.8 ML/DL Methods for Damage Assessment 150

7.5 Phases of Disaster Management 151

7.5.1 Prediction 151

7.5.2 Detection 152

7.5.3 Response 152

7.5.4 Recovery 152

7.5.5 Before Disaster 152

7.5.5.1 Risk Assessment 152

7.5.5.2 Mitigation 153

7.5.5.3 Prevention 153

7.5.5.4 Prediction 153

7.5.5.5 Detection 153

7.5.6 During Disaster 153

7.5.6.1 Preparation 154

7.5.6.2 Management 154

7.5.6.3 Response 154

7.5.7 After Disaster 154

7.5.7.1 Recovery 154

7.5.7.2 Monitoring 154

7.5.7.3 Lessons Learned 155

7.6 Disaster Management and Disaster Resilience 155

7.7 Applications of AI for Disaster Management 156

7.8 AI Applications in Disaster Mitigation 156

7.9 Conclusion 157

References 158

8 Intelligent Reasoning and Decision‐Making in Disaster Scenarios 163
Sreenivasa Chakravarthi Sangapu, Sreenija Reddy D., Likitha D. and Sountharrajan S.

8.1 Introduction 164

8.2 Types of Natural Disasters 165

8.3 Impact of Natural Disasters 167

8.4 Decision-Making in a Disaster Scenario 170

8.4.1 Disaster Prediction 171

8.4.2 Decision-Making in Analyzing the Impact of Disaster 171

8.4.3 Disaster Precautions and Measures 171

8.4.4 Benefits of Decision-Making in Disaster Scenario 172

8.4.5 Technology in Decision-Making Process of a Disaster 173

8.5 AI/Machine Learning in Decision-Making of Disaster Scenario 174

8.5.1 AI/ML in Predisaster Stage 175

8.5.2 AI/ML in During Disaster Stage 176

8.5.3 AI/ML in Postdisaster Stage 178

8.6 AI Methods for Disaster Prediction 179

8.6.1 Cyclone 179

8.6.2 Drought 180

8.6.3 Earthquake 184

8.6.4 Floods 189

8.6.5 Landslides 192

8.7 AI Methods to Analyze the Impact of Disasters 195

8.7.1 Cyclone 196

8.7.2 Drought 198

8.7.3 Earthquake 201

8.7.4 Floods 204

8.7.5 Landslide 205

8.8 AI/ML Methods in Providing Precautionary Measures 210

8.9 Intelligent Reasoning 214

8.10 Conclusion 219

References 220

9 AI Applications in Real-Time Intelligent Automation 229
M. Maragatharajan, L. Sathishkumar, G. Vishnuvarthanan and Jun li

9.1 Introduction 230

9.2 Related Works 233

9.3 Proposed Methods 235

9.3.1 Use of Drones in Disaster Management 236

9.3.1.1 Understanding Drone Technology 238

9.3.1.2 Components and Functionality 238

9.3.1.3 Types and Classifications 239

9.3.1.4 Applications 239

9.3.1.5 Challenges and Future Trends 239

9.3.1.6 Drone Applications in Earthquake Disaster Response 240

9.3.1.7 Rapid Damage Assessment 240

9.3.1.8 Search and Rescue Operations 240

9.3.1.9 Communication and Coordination 240

9.3.1.10 Environmental Monitoring and Mapping 241

9.3.2 Flood Disaster Management Using the Flood Detection Secure System 241

9.3.2.1 Terminologies in FDSS 243

9.3.2.2 The Process of FDSS 244

9.3.3 Flood Management Using AI and IoT 246

9.3.3.1 Architecture 247

9.4 Conclusion and Future Perspectives 248

References 248

10 Knowledge Management and Processing in Disaster Management 251
R. Jayaraghavi, L. S. Jayashree, Palanichamy Naveen and M. Saravanan

10.1 Introduction 252

10.1.1 Importance of Knowledge Management 252

10.1.2 Role of AI 253

10.2 Knowledge Management in Disaster Management 255

10.2.1 Data Collection 255

10.2.2 Information Processing 257

10.2.3 Knowledge Dissemination 259

10.2.4 Decision Support Systems 262

10.3 Integration of AI in Disaster Management 265

10.3.1 Machine Learning Applications 265

10.3.2 Natural Language Processing 265

10.3.3 Predictive Analytics 271

10.4 Challenges and Ethical Considerations 275

10.4.1 Data Privacy 275

10.4.2 Bias and Reliability 278

10.4.3 Resource Allocation 280

10.5 Future Prospects and Innovations 284

10.5.1 Technological Advances 284

10.5.2 Integration with Existing Systems 288

10.5.3 Global Collaboration 290

10.6 Conclusion 294

10.6.1 Summary of Key Points 294

10.6.2 Call to Action 296

10.6.3 Future Vision 298

References 298

11 Perception Technologies for Disaster Situations 301
Ganesh Nataraj, K. Mohanasundaram and S. Ramesh Babu

11.1 Introduction 302

11.2 Understanding Disaster Situations 303

11.3 Role of Perception Technologies 305

11.4 Categories of Perception Disaster Technologies 306

11.4.1 Remote Sensing and Imaging Technologies 306

11.4.2 Computer Vision and Image Analysis 307

11.4.3 Internet of Things (IoT) Sensors 307

11.4.4 Data Fusion and Integration 308

11.4.5 Human-Computer Interaction and Decision Support Systems 309

11.4.6 Ethical and Privacy Considerations 310

11.4.7 Future Directions and Challenges 311

11.5 Conclusion 311

References 312

12 Integration of AI and Software Engineering for Disaster Management: A Multimodal Disaster Identification Perspective 315
Mithrashree V., Sowmya V., Premjith B. and Jyothish Lal G.

12.1 Introduction 316

12.2 Related Works 318

12.3 Methodology 320

12.4 Experiments and Result Discussion 323

12.5 Conclusion 328

Bibliography 330

13 An Intelligent AI-Based Fault Detection Mechanism for Autonomous Vehicles with Blockchain Security 333
Indra Priyadharshini S., Thankaraja Raja Sree and Kanmani S.

13.1 Introduction 334

13.2 Evolution of Autonomous Vehicles 335

13.3 Role of AI in Autonomous Systems 336

13.3.1 Architecture Diagram 337

13.3.2 AI Algorithms for Fault Prediction and Recognition 340

13.3.2.1 Isolation Forest Algorithm 341

13.4 Challenges of Artificial Intelligence in Autonomous Systems 344

13.5 Blockchain Security Measures for Autonomous Vehicles 346

13.5.1 Secure Autonomous Vehicle Network Using Blockchain 348

13.6 List of Software/Tools, Design Techniques and Programming Languages for Autonomus Systems 349

13.6.1 Case Studies and Practical Implementations in an Autonomous System 351

13.6.2 Key Findings and Contributions 353

13.7 Conclusion 353

References 354

14 Industrial Experiences in Crop Cultivation Using AI for Disaster Management 357
Sagar Rohi, Ishaan Shrikant Kulkarni, Gagan Deep and Geetanjali Rathee

14.1 Introduction 358

14.1.1 AI in Agriculture 358

14.1.2 Contribution 359

14.2 Related Work 360

14.3 Proposed Framework 362

14.3.1 Construction of Knowledge Graph 363

14.4 Performance Analysis 364

14.4.1 Crop Query Dataset 364

14.4.2 Results Discussion 364

14.5 Conclusion 366

References 366

15 A Comprehensive Review on Robotics in Disaster Response and Recovery 369
J. Sarathkumar Sebastin, Sivaraman and V. K. Kuberaganapathi

15.1 Introduction 370

15.1.1 Role of Robotics in Disaster Response 370

15.1.2 Role of Robotics in Disaster Recovery 371

15.1.3 The Key Objectives of Reviewing Robotics in Disaster Response and Recovery 372

15.2 Disaster Response Robotics 372

15.2.1 Overview of Different Types of Disasters (Natural and Man-Made) 372

15.2.2 Robotics Technologies Used in Disaster Response 374

15.3 Robotics in Disaster Recovery 376

15.3.1 The Transition from the Response to the Recovery Phase in Disaster Management 376

15.3.2 The Role of Robotics in Postdisaster Recovery 377

15.3.3 Infrastructure Inspection and Assessment Using Drones and Ground Robots 379

15.3.4 Debris Clearance and Demolition with Robotic Assistance 380

15.3.5 Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Aided by Robotics in Construction 382

15.3.6 Psychological Support Through Robotic Companionship and Therapy 383

15.3.7 Review of Case Studies or Research Papers Demonstrating the Application and Impact of Robotics in Disaster Recovery Efforts 385

15.4 Future Directions 387

15.4.1 Exploration of Emerging Trends and Future Directions in Disaster Robotics Research 387

15.4.2 Recommendations for Future Research and Development Efforts to Maximize the Potential of Robotics in Disaster Response and Recovery 389

15.5 Conclusion 390

References 391

Index 393

Subject Areas: Business & management [KJ]

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