## 3 Results
### Journals and Authors  
#### 3.3.1 Journals  
Academic journals serve as critical platforms for disseminating research findings, and the volume and quality of publications in these journals often reflect the research intensity and developmental trajectory of a given field (Table 3). Overall, research on UAV-RS exhibits clear trends toward diversification and specialization. The journal Remote Sensing leads by a wide margin, publishing 1068 articles and emerging as the primary outlet for UAV-RS research. Its prominence can be attributed to its broad scope and comprehensive coverage, spanning foundational theory, technical applications, case studies, and methodological innovation. This diversity makes it a key venue for scholars from various UAV-RS subfields to share and exchange ideas.  
\begin{table}
\begin{tabular}{c c} \hline \hline
**Rank** & **Journal** & **Number of Publications** \\ \hline
1 & Remote Sensing & 1068 \\
2 & Sensors & 205 \\
3 & Drones & 154 \\
4 & Computers and Electronics in Agriculture & 118 \\
5 & International Journal of Remote Sensing & 94 \\
6 & IEEE Journal of Selected Topics in Applied Earth Observations & 94 \\  & and Remote Sensing & 94 \\
6 & ISPRS Journal of Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing & 94 \\
7 & Frontiers in Plant Science & 88 \\
8 & International Journal of Applied Earth Observation and & 86 \\ Geoinformation & 88 \\
8 & Remote Sensing of Environment & 86 \\
9 & Agronomy-Basel & 83 \\
10 & IEEE Transactions on Geoscience and Remote Sensing & 74 \\ \hline \hline \end{tabular}
\end{table}
Table 3: Top 10 periodicals publishing UAV-RS research.  
In addition to Remote Sensing, other journals such as Sensors, Drones, and Computers and Electronics in Agriculture have also published a substantial number of UAV-RS articles, each with a distinct thematic emphasis reflecting the growing demand and evolving trends of UAV-RS in different domains. Sensors ranks second with 205 articles, which is consistent with the journal's focus on the development and application of sensor technologies within UAV-RS. As a core component of UAV-RS systems, advancements in sensor technology are vital for enhancing the accuracy and efficiency of data collection.  
The journal Drones, with 154 articles, is dedicated specifically to UAV-related topics, including design, manufacturing, control, and diverse applications. Its publication volume underscores the research community's strong interest in UAV platform development and operational innovation. Computers and Electronics in Agriculture ranks fourth with 118 publications, likely due to its focus on agricultural applications of UAV-RS. Agriculture is one of the most significant domains for UAV-RS, with research encompassing crop monitoring, pest and disease control, and land resource management.  
Other notable journals include the International Journal of Remote Sensing and the IEEE Journal of Selected Topics in Applied Earth Observations and Remote Sensing, both of which contribute significantly to the field. These journals showcase the potential of UAV-RS in a wide range of applications such as environmental monitoring, urban planning, and disaster prevention, further emphasizing the interdisciplinary relevance and growing impact of UAV-RS research.