Wireless communication system for the transmission of thermal images from a UAV

Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) have gained interest in different areas due to their versatility and multiple applications. In this case study, a wireless communication system is analyzed between the UAV and its earth station, for the transmission of thermal images in real time and application in fire control. Considering different types of UAVs capable of transporting a high performance thermal camera, a wireless video transmission system was designed for 5.8 GHz frequency. Finally, prototype performance tests were carried out, in which it defined configurations of height, flight conditions, color palettes and types of antennas.