A biobjective formulation for filming sport events problem using drones

摘要

In this paper we consider the problem of filming sport events, ensuring high quality image transmission to the spectators. A fleet of drones is used to cover the area in which the play takes place and to track all events. Auxiliary drones are used to support filming drones in order to transmit high quality image to the disadvantaged spectators with respect to the event that takes place in a certain instant of time. The main goal is to decide the position of the filming and auxiliary drones, aiming to provide high view satisfaction and, at the same time, minimizing the distance travelled by the drones. The two objectives are in conflict with each other, thus we formulate the problem as a bi-objective mixed integer model. A unique optimal solution does not exist, rather a set of optimal solutions, named Pareto optimal, can be considered efficient.