Bezpečnostní zhodnocení využití dronů k detekci a likvidaci nástražných výbušných systémů

Abstract

This bachelor thesis investigates the possibility of using drones to detect and disarm Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs). The aim was to test whether unmanned aerial vehicles could be effectively used to identify and initiate these devices remotely, thereby minimising the risk to intervening forces. In practical tests, it was experimentally demonstrated that, that a drone is capable of intercepting a tripwire and initiating a simulated device. At the same time, it has been found that more advanced drones with higher lift capacity and advanced sensors could improve this method even further. A complementary experiment with a thermal imaging camera showed that direct scanning of an area by an FPV drone was not effective enough, but thermal imaging can capture temperature differences in heated objects, opening up possibilities for future use of this technology in detecting hidden threats. The findings confirm that the deployment of drones for the detection and elimination of IEDs is a viable and promising approach. This approach can significantly contribute to the protection of human lives and enhance the safety of operating forces.