Learning-based monocular vision obstacle detection and avoidance for UAV navigation in urban airspace

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Huat, for his invaluable guidance, support, and encouragement throughout my academic journey. His expertise, vision, and patience have been instrumental in shaping my research work and developing my skills as a researcher. His insightful comments, constructive feedback, and constant motivation have inspired me to strive for excellence and to push the boundaries of knowledge.I would also like to extend my deepest appreciation to my co-supervisor, Prof. Lv Chen, for his valuable input, encouragement, and support. His expertise, dedication, and commitment have been critical in shaping my research work and in guiding me through the challenges of academic research. His guidance and mentorship have been invaluable in my academic growth and personal development.I am deeply grateful to my friends in the lab, especially Dai Wei, Deng Chao, Pang Bizhao, Huxinting, Zhang Mingcheng, and Yu Qing, for their invaluable support, encouragement, and camaraderie. Their friendship, laughter, and shared "Everything negative -pressure, challenges -is all an opportunity for me to rise."