Task offloading and optimization methods in UAV-enabled mobile edge computing: A comprehensive survey

doi:10.1016/j.comcom.2026.108537

Task offloading and optimization methods in UAV-enabled mobile edge computing: A comprehensive survey

2026-04-30

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Shehzad Ashraf Chaudhry

DOI：10.1016/j.comcom.2026.108537

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• Describe the role of UAVs in enhancing MEC capabilities in remote and dynamic environments. • Exploring different strategies for task offloading from ground users to UAVs. • An overview of optimization methods used in UAV-enabled MEC. • A detailed examination of challenges such as limited energy, communication, and security. • Suggestions for further research gaps, including Hybrid systems and autonomous decision-making.

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UAV-enabled MEC

Task offloading

Optimization methods

Energy constraints

Security challenges

Task offloading and optimization methods in UAV-enabled mobile edge computing: A comprehensive survey

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