A Review of Recent Advances in UAV Networks: Communication, Offloading, Protocols, and Security

Abstract

Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) are transforming a variety of industries with their advanced agricultural, disaster management, and surveillance capabilities. UAV network performance has increased due to recent advancements in 5G, edge computing, and artificial intelligence. This enables autonomous decision-making and real-time data processing. However, there are still issues with security, offloading strategies, scalability, and communication protocols. This research focuses on communication, protocol improvements, offloading methods, and security measures to improve system efficiency in current developments in UAV networks. Furthermore, it identifies research gaps and offers suggestions for future developments of UAV networks, particularly in light of emerging technology.