AI-based Drone Assisted Human Rescue in Disaster Environments: Challenges and Opportunities

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Autori principali: Papyan, Narek, Kulhandjian, Michel, Kulhandjian, Hovannes, Aslanyan, Levon Hakob
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author Papyan, Narek
Kulhandjian, Michel
Kulhandjian, Hovannes
Aslanyan, Levon Hakob
author_facet Papyan, Narek
Kulhandjian, Michel
Kulhandjian, Hovannes
Aslanyan, Levon Hakob
contents In this survey we are focusing on utilizing drone-based systems for the detection of individuals, particularly by identifying human screams and other distress signals. This study has significant relevance in post-disaster scenarios, including events such as earthquakes, hurricanes, military conflicts, wildfires, and more. These drones are capable of hovering over disaster-stricken areas that may be challenging for rescue teams to access directly. Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), commonly referred to as drones, are frequently deployed for search-and-rescue missions during disaster situations. Typically, drones capture aerial images to assess structural damage and identify the extent of the disaster. They also employ thermal imaging technology to detect body heat signatures, which can help locate individuals. In some cases, larger drones are used to deliver essential supplies to people stranded in isolated disaster-stricken areas. In our discussions, we delve into the unique challenges associated with locating humans through aerial acoustics. The auditory system must distinguish between human cries and sounds that occur naturally, such as animal calls and wind. Additionally, it should be capable of recognizing distinct patterns related to signals like shouting, clapping, or other ways in which people attempt to signal rescue teams. To tackle this challenge, one solution involves harnessing artificial intelligence (AI) to analyze sound frequencies and identify common audio signatures. Deep learning-based networks, such as convolutional neural networks (CNNs), can be trained using these signatures to filter out noise generated by drone motors and other environmental factors. Furthermore, employing signal processing techniques like the direction of arrival (DOA) based on microphone array signals can enhance the precision of tracking the source of human noises.
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spellingShingle AI-based Drone Assisted Human Rescue in Disaster Environments: Challenges and Opportunities
Papyan, Narek
Kulhandjian, Michel
Kulhandjian, Hovannes
Aslanyan, Levon Hakob
Sound
Artificial Intelligence
Audio and Speech Processing
68U10, 68T50(Primary) 68T45 (Secondary)
I.2.7; I.2.10; I.4.0
In this survey we are focusing on utilizing drone-based systems for the detection of individuals, particularly by identifying human screams and other distress signals. This study has significant relevance in post-disaster scenarios, including events such as earthquakes, hurricanes, military conflicts, wildfires, and more. These drones are capable of hovering over disaster-stricken areas that may be challenging for rescue teams to access directly. Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), commonly referred to as drones, are frequently deployed for search-and-rescue missions during disaster situations. Typically, drones capture aerial images to assess structural damage and identify the extent of the disaster. They also employ thermal imaging technology to detect body heat signatures, which can help locate individuals. In some cases, larger drones are used to deliver essential supplies to people stranded in isolated disaster-stricken areas. In our discussions, we delve into the unique challenges associated with locating humans through aerial acoustics. The auditory system must distinguish between human cries and sounds that occur naturally, such as animal calls and wind. Additionally, it should be capable of recognizing distinct patterns related to signals like shouting, clapping, or other ways in which people attempt to signal rescue teams. To tackle this challenge, one solution involves harnessing artificial intelligence (AI) to analyze sound frequencies and identify common audio signatures. Deep learning-based networks, such as convolutional neural networks (CNNs), can be trained using these signatures to filter out noise generated by drone motors and other environmental factors. Furthermore, employing signal processing techniques like the direction of arrival (DOA) based on microphone array signals can enhance the precision of tracking the source of human noises.
title AI-based Drone Assisted Human Rescue in Disaster Environments: Challenges and Opportunities
topic Sound
Artificial Intelligence
Audio and Speech Processing
68U10, 68T50(Primary) 68T45 (Secondary)
I.2.7; I.2.10; I.4.0
url https://arxiv.org/abs/2406.15875