Advances in UAV detection: integrating multi-sensor systems and AI for enhanced accuracy and efficiency

Vladislav Semenyuk, Ildar Kurmashev, Alberto Lupidi, Dmitriy Alyoshin, Liliya Kurmasheva and Alessandro Cantelli-Forti

International Journal of Critical Infrastructure Protection, 2025, vol. 49, issue C

Abstract: This review critically examines the progress in unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) detection and classification technologies from 2020 to the present. It highlights a range of detection methods, including radar, radio frequency (RF), optical, and acoustic sensors, with particular emphasis on the integration of these technologies through advanced sensor fusion techniques. The paper explores the core technologies driving improvements in detection accuracy, range, and reliability, with a special focus on the transformative role of artificial intelligence and machine learning. These innovations have significantly enhanced system performance, enabling more precise and efficient UAV detection. The review concludes with insights into emerging trends and future developments that promise to further refine UAV detection technologies, ensuring greater security and operational reliability.

Keywords: UAV Detection; UAV Classification; Radar Technology; Sensor Fusion; Optical Sensor; Acoustic Sensor (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijcip.2025.100744

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