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  • Robotics
  • Safety Science

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  • Increasing numbers of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and their diverse applications have led to a rise in associated accidents.
  • Ensuring the safety of UAV operations is a critical area of research with significant practical implications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To classify existing safety solutions for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) found in scientific literature.
  • To emphasize the fundamental role of sensors and measurements in enhancing UAV safety.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review and classification of UAV safety solutions.
  • Discussion of research proposals across different safety categories.

Main Results:

  • A structured classification of UAV safety solutions is presented.
  • The critical importance of sensors and measurement technologies for UAV safety is highlighted.
  • Various approaches including flight tests, in-flight solutions (e.g., soft propellers), fault detection, collision avoidance, safe landing, and ground testing are discussed.

Conclusions:

  • Sensors and measurements are indispensable components for developing and implementing effective UAV safety strategies.
  • A comprehensive understanding of current safety solutions is essential for future advancements in UAV technology and regulation.