Chapters authored
Soil Management in Sustainable Agriculture
People need food to live, and this is largely due to natural resources. However, time is also required to meet these limited resources and increased consumption demands, and for a renewal cycle. This cycle can be traditional, industrial and commercial, as well as be sustainable. So, what is sustainable agriculture? Sustainable agriculture is the way to increase productivity in agriculture and to increase the level of economic prosperity by protecting all living things on earth, living spaces and natural resources. It is clear that the continuity of all the living things is possible with the food provided by natural resources. At this point, sustainable production, consumption and preservation of the natural balance are of great importance. Today, the world population is rapidly increasing and resources are consumed at the same rate; creating awareness about sustainable food, transferring this consciousness to future generations in a more permanent way, increasing the number of conscious producers and consumers, strengthening awareness for sustainable foods, respecting the natural balance, and gaining a sense of responsibility, saving consumption habits should be our main target.
Part of the book: Sustainable Crop Production
Drone Technologies and Applications
Unmanned aerial vehicles, previously used for military purposes, have started to be used for civilian purposes since the 2000s. With the widespread use of unmanned aerial vehicles, mostly used for defense purposes, they have turned into flying vehicles called drones. Today, it is used for different purposes such as taking pictures, taking images from inaccessible places, competitions, and having a good time. However, it continues to evolve, playing an important role in social media and inter-company competition. In recent years, studies have continued on small drones that can fly autonomously, especially in closed areas, and assist people. The shrinkage and cost reduction of electronic components such as microprocessors, sensors, batteries, and wireless communication units shows that drones smaller than 1 kg will soon occur in many areas of our daily life at much more affordable prices. This rapid change, development, and proliferation of drones also raise privacy and security concerns. While obtaining images of people and institutions in supposedly private environments with such technological devices emphasizes individual security, its use in urban areas and airports draws attention to social security. The rapid developments in this area necessitate the necessary regulations and controls to prevent accidents and other problems due to the growth in use and loss of control.
Part of the book: Drones - Various Applications