Strategic Deployment of AI and Drones Enhancing Disaster Management in Natural Disasters

Abstract

The emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), commonly known as drones, has revolutionized disaster management practices, particularly in the context of natural disasters. In recent years, there has been a notable surge in the integration of innovative smart connected devices and platforms, including drones and UAVs, into the extensive network of the internet of things (IoT). The integration of AI and drones into the IoT network presents numerous challenges, opportunities, and implications for leveraging them in disaster management. This study offers an in-depth overview of the several applications of AI and drones in various stages of disaster management. In this review, the authors have explored the evolution of disaster management paradigms, the applications of AI and drones in disaster management, and the challenges and disruptive technologies shaping this field. The study reveals that the application of AI and drones has great potential in disaster management and can enhance the resilience of the community.