UAV Networks and Communications

The first book to focus on communications and networking in UAVs, covering theory, applications, regulation, policy, and implementation.

Kamesh Namuduri (Edited by), Serge Chaumette (Edited by), Jae H. Kim (Edited by), James P. G. Sterbenz (Edited by)

9781107115309, Cambridge University Press

Hardback, published 30 November 2017

256 pages, 116 b/w illus.
25.3 x 17.8 x 1.6 cm, 0.67 kg

The first book to focus on the communications and networking aspects of UAVs, this unique resource provides the fundamental knowledge needed to pursue research in the field. The team of authors covers the foundational concepts of the topic, as well as offering a detailed insight into the state of the art in UAVs and UAV networks, discussing the regulations, policies, and procedures for deployment (including analysis of risks and rewards), along with demonstrations, test-beds, and practical real-world applications in areas such as wildlife detection and emergency communications. This is essential reading for graduate students, researchers, and professionals in communications and networking.

1. Introduction to UAV systems Jean-Marc Moschetta and Kamesh Namuduri
2. Air-to-ground and air-to-air data link communication Bertold Van den Bergh and Sofie Pollin
3. Aerial wi-fi networks Evsen Yanmaz and Samira Hayat
4. Disruption-tolerant airborne networks and protocols James P. G. Sterbenz, Justin P. Rohrer, Mohammed J. F. Alenazi, Truc Anh N. Nguyen, Egemen K. Çetinkaya, Hemanth Narra, Kamakshi S. Pathapati and Keven Peters
5. Emulations and field demonstrations Jae H. Kim, Natasha Neogi, Claudiu Danilov and Andres Ortiz
6. Integrating UAS with NAS: regulatory, technical, and research challenges Natasha Neogi and Arunabha Sen
7. Safety, security, and privacy aspects in UAV networks Kamesh Namuduri and Damien Sauveron
8. Collaboration between autonomous drones and swarming Serge Chaumette
9. Real-world applications Leanne Hanson and Kamesh Namuduri.

Subject Areas: Aerospace & aviation technology [TRP], Communications engineering / telecommunications [TJK], Electronics & communications engineering [TJ]