Uncrewed Aircraft Systems for Coastal Monitoring
Presentation Type
Poster Presentation
Campus
Daytona Beach
Status
Student
Faculty/Staff Department
College of Aviation
Student Year and Major
Junior in B.S. Unmanned Aircraft Systems Science
Presentation Description/Abstract
Coastal regions are ecologically and economically significant, facing numerous challenges related to climate change and habitat preservation. Traditional monitoring methods are often resource-intensive and limited in scope. This study investigates the potential of uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) to transform coastal monitoring through cost-effective, efficient, and high-resolution data collection. By surveying a range of applications, from wildlife tracking and habitat assessment to algal bloom monitoring, this research underscores the immense benefits that UAS can bring to coastal management and sustainability. In the field, UAS were utilized to track sea turtle movements in the Atlantic Ocean. Additionally, research of academic papers was conducted to analyze potential applications in seagrass health analysis and algal bloom monitoring. The findings highlight successful implementation of UAS technology in these critical areas, demonstrating its capacity to revolutionize the way we understand, preserve, and protect coastal ecosystems. Ultimately, this study advocates for the integration of UAS technology as a cornerstone of modern coastal monitoring practices, paving the way for enhanced environmental stewardship and sustainable resource management in these vital regions.
Keywords
Coastal Monitoring, Unmanned Aircraft, UAS, UAV, Uncrewed, Algae, Seagrass, Turtle
Uncrewed Aircraft Systems for Coastal Monitoring
Coastal regions are ecologically and economically significant, facing numerous challenges related to climate change and habitat preservation. Traditional monitoring methods are often resource-intensive and limited in scope. This study investigates the potential of uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) to transform coastal monitoring through cost-effective, efficient, and high-resolution data collection. By surveying a range of applications, from wildlife tracking and habitat assessment to algal bloom monitoring, this research underscores the immense benefits that UAS can bring to coastal management and sustainability. In the field, UAS were utilized to track sea turtle movements in the Atlantic Ocean. Additionally, research of academic papers was conducted to analyze potential applications in seagrass health analysis and algal bloom monitoring. The findings highlight successful implementation of UAS technology in these critical areas, demonstrating its capacity to revolutionize the way we understand, preserve, and protect coastal ecosystems. Ultimately, this study advocates for the integration of UAS technology as a cornerstone of modern coastal monitoring practices, paving the way for enhanced environmental stewardship and sustainable resource management in these vital regions.