As part of the scientific and cultural activities of the Unmanned Aircraft Engineering Department at the College of Engineering, Al-Nahrain University, for the  academic year 2024/2025, first-year students (Yasser Ali Ismail Mohammed) and (Haroun Mohammed Rashid Nassif) conducted an extracurricular activity involving the preparation of a poster, titled:

"Empowering Unmanned Aerial Vehicles: The Future of Aviation through 5G, Edge Computing, and the Internet of Things"

This poster highlights the importance of integrating modern communication technologies in UAV development. The activity was conducted under the supervision of Dr. Ahmed Juma Lafta (specialist in the Communications and Networks Engineering) from the Unmanned Aircraft Engineering Department and Mrs. Aya Falah Mahmoud (specialist in the Electronics and Communications Engineering) from the Prosthetics and Orthotics Engineering Department.

In their presentation, the students explored the modern communication technologies, specifically 5G wireless networks, edge computing, and the Internet of Things (IoT), and their role in enhancing the performance and efficiency of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). These advanced technologies contribute to UAV performance enhancement in the following ways:

1.     5G Wireless Networks: This technology ensures high-speed and reliable communication between UAVs and ground control stations, enabling real-time data transmission with minimal latency. Additionally, it enhances the UAV coverage in both urban and remote areas.

2.     Edge Computing: Edge computing enables rapid data processing and storage closer to the UAV, reducing reliance on centralized data centers or cloud computing for processing. This technology optimizes bandwidth efficiency and allows for real-time decision-making, such as collision avoidance and autonomous mission execution with minimal delay.

3.     Internet of Things (IoT): IoT technology facilitates seamless interconnectivity between multiple devices through the internet, improving data collection and exchange. Integrating the IoT with UAVs enhances coordination and synchronized task execution, enabling UAVs to function as a cohesive team. Additionally, the IoT-based sensor monitoring helps predict potential failures, allowing for proactive maintenance and improving operational reliability.