Wireless Communications and Networking with Unmanned Aerial Vehicles: An Introduction

Abstract

This chapter introduces UAV technology and an in-depth discussion on the wireless communication and networking challenges associated with the introduction of UAVs. This includes providing detailed discussions on UAV classification, UAV regulations, as well as the various UAV use cases in wireless communications (e.g., UAVs as base stations, UAVs as user equipment, and UAVs as relays).