Volcanological applications of unoccupied aircraft systems (UAS): Developments, strategies, and future challenges
Volcanica
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Abstract
Unoccupied aircraft systems (UAS) are developing into fundamental tools for tackling the grand challenges in volcanology; here, we review the systems used and their diverse applications. UAS can typically provide image and topographic data at two orders of magnitude better spatial resolution than space-based remote sensing, and close-range observations at temporal resolutions down to those of video frame rates. Responsive deployments facilitate dense time-series measurements, unique opportunities for geophysical surveys, sample collection from hostile environments such as volcanic plumes and crater lakes, and emergency deployment of ground-based sensors (and robots) into hazardous regions. UAS have already been used to support hazard management and decision-makers during eruptive crises. As technologies advance, increased system capabilities, autonomy and availability, supported by more diverse and lighter-weight sensors, will offer unparalleled potential for hazard monitoring. UAS are expected to provide opportunities for pivotal advances in our understanding of complex physical and chemical volcanic processes.
| Publication type | Article |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
| Title | Volcanological applications of unoccupied aircraft systems (UAS): Developments, strategies, and future challenges |
| Series title | Volcanica |
| DOI | 10.30909/vol.03.01.67114 |
| Volume | 3 |
| Issue | 1 |
| Year Published | 2020 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Presses universitaires de Strasbourg |
| Contributing office(s) | Volcano Science Center |
| Description | 48 p. |
| First page | 67 |
| Last page | 114 |
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