The application of UAVs in the mining industry: Innovative solutions for enhancing efficiency, safety, and sustainable development

This article explores modern approaches to the use of unmanned aerial vehicles in the mining industry as one of the contemporary tools for enhancing efficiency, safety, and sustainable development in the sector. The main applications of UAVs are described, including geodetic surveying, monitoring quarry conditions, evaluating extraction volumes, and overseeing safety and environmental aspects of operations. Innovative solutions are discussed, based on the integration of UAVs with modern data processing systems and artificial intelligence, which significantly improve the speed and accuracy of analysis. The article also examines the prospects for the further development of these technologies, their role in reducing environmental impact, and their influence on the economic efficiency of the mining industry.