A Framework for Detecting and Managing Non-Point-Source Pollution in Agricultural Areas Using GeoAI and UAVs

This study proposes a novel framework for detecting and managing non-point-source (NPS) pollution in agricultural areas using unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and geospatial artificial intelligence (GeoAI). High-resolution UAV imagery, combined with the YOLOv8 instance segmentation model, was employe...

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Main Authors: Miso Park, Heung-Min Kim, Youngmin Kim, Suho Bak, Tak-Young Kim, Seon Woong Jang
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Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2024-12-01
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2504-446X/8/12/786
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Suho Bak
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description This study proposes a novel framework for detecting and managing non-point-source (NPS) pollution in agricultural areas using unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and geospatial artificial intelligence (GeoAI). High-resolution UAV imagery, combined with the YOLOv8 instance segmentation model, was employed to accurately detect and classify various NPS sources, such as livestock barns, compost heaps, greenhouses, and mulching films. The spatial information, including the area and volume of detected objects, was analyzed to track temporal changes and evaluate management strategies. The framework integrates remote sensing, deep learning, and geographic information system (GIS) analysis to enhance decision-making processes, providing detailed insight into NPS pollution dynamics over time. This approach not only improves the efficiency of NPS monitoring but also facilitates proactive management by offering precise location and environmental impact data. The results indicate that this framework can significantly improve resource allocation and environmental management practices, particularly in agriculture-dominated regions susceptible to NPS pollution, thereby contributing to the sustainable development of these areas.
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spelling doaj-art-c5d5efa3b4544585873d77fb8a8628c62024-12-27T14:21:57ZengMDPI AGDrones2504-446X2024-12-0181278610.3390/drones8120786A Framework for Detecting and Managing Non-Point-Source Pollution in Agricultural Areas Using GeoAI and UAVsMiso Park0Heung-Min Kim1Youngmin Kim2Suho Bak3Tak-Young Kim4Seon Woong Jang5Research Institute, IREMTECH Co., Ltd., Busan 46027, Republic of KoreaResearch Institute, IREMTECH Co., Ltd., Busan 46027, Republic of KoreaResearch Institute, IREMTECH Co., Ltd., Busan 46027, Republic of KoreaResearch Institute, IREMTECH Co., Ltd., Busan 46027, Republic of KoreaRemote Sensing Department, IREMTECH Co., Ltd., Busan 46027, Republic of KoreaResearch Institute, IREMTECH Co., Ltd., Busan 46027, Republic of KoreaThis study proposes a novel framework for detecting and managing non-point-source (NPS) pollution in agricultural areas using unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and geospatial artificial intelligence (GeoAI). High-resolution UAV imagery, combined with the YOLOv8 instance segmentation model, was employed to accurately detect and classify various NPS sources, such as livestock barns, compost heaps, greenhouses, and mulching films. The spatial information, including the area and volume of detected objects, was analyzed to track temporal changes and evaluate management strategies. The framework integrates remote sensing, deep learning, and geographic information system (GIS) analysis to enhance decision-making processes, providing detailed insight into NPS pollution dynamics over time. This approach not only improves the efficiency of NPS monitoring but also facilitates proactive management by offering precise location and environmental impact data. The results indicate that this framework can significantly improve resource allocation and environmental management practices, particularly in agriculture-dominated regions susceptible to NPS pollution, thereby contributing to the sustainable development of these areas.https://www.mdpi.com/2504-446X/8/12/786unmanned aerial vehiclegeospatial artificial intelligencenon-point-source pollutiondeep learningenvironmental monitoring
spellingShingle Miso Park
Heung-Min Kim
Youngmin Kim
Suho Bak
Tak-Young Kim
Seon Woong Jang
A Framework for Detecting and Managing Non-Point-Source Pollution in Agricultural Areas Using GeoAI and UAVs
Drones
unmanned aerial vehicle
geospatial artificial intelligence
non-point-source pollution
deep learning
environmental monitoring
title A Framework for Detecting and Managing Non-Point-Source Pollution in Agricultural Areas Using GeoAI and UAVs
title_full A Framework for Detecting and Managing Non-Point-Source Pollution in Agricultural Areas Using GeoAI and UAVs
title_fullStr A Framework for Detecting and Managing Non-Point-Source Pollution in Agricultural Areas Using GeoAI and UAVs
title_full_unstemmed A Framework for Detecting and Managing Non-Point-Source Pollution in Agricultural Areas Using GeoAI and UAVs
title_short A Framework for Detecting and Managing Non-Point-Source Pollution in Agricultural Areas Using GeoAI and UAVs
title_sort framework for detecting and managing non point source pollution in agricultural areas using geoai and uavs
topic unmanned aerial vehicle
geospatial artificial intelligence
non-point-source pollution
deep learning
environmental monitoring
url https://www.mdpi.com/2504-446X/8/12/786
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