Effective Path Planning of Cyber-Physical Systems for Precision Agriculture

Abstract

The usage of cyber-physical systems is well known to play a vital role in the development of precision agriculture, which in turn raises overall output. When a network of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) is deployed for these applications, they are considered CPS. One of the most crucial things that needs to be handled is covering the area that needs to be travelled with the least number of UAV traversals possible. UAV traversal is a crucial part of precision agriculture because it enables farmers to gather crucial information and make informed decisions that may lead to higher crop yields and cheaper costs. Thanks to improved algorithms and techniques, UAVs can traverse agricultural land more effectively and precisely. As a result, farming activities become more productive and environmentally friendly. This chapter explores the various approaches that might be used to determine the UAV's best route when it is deployed over farmland.