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Abstract
Federated learning (FL) has gained popularity as a privacy-preserving method
of training machine learning models on decentralized networks. However to
ensure reliable operation of UAV-assisted FL systems, issues like as excessive
energy consumption, communication inefficiencies, and security vulnerabilities
must be solved. This paper proposes an innovative framework that integrates
Digital Twin (DT) technology and Zero-Knowledge Federated Learning (zkFed) to
tackle these challenges. UAVs act as mobile base stations, allowing scattered
devices to train FL models locally and upload model updates for aggregation. By
incorporating DT technology, our approach enables real-time system monitoring
and predictive maintenance, improving UAV network efficiency. Additionally,
Zero-Knowledge Proofs (ZKPs) strengthen security by allowing model verification
without exposing sensitive data. To optimize energy efficiency and resource
management, we introduce a dynamic allocation strategy that adjusts UAV flight
paths, transmission power, and processing rates based on network conditions.
Using block coordinate descent and convex optimization techniques, our method
significantly reduces system energy consumption by up to 29.6% compared to
conventional FL approaches. Simulation results demonstrate improved learning
performance, security, and scalability, positioning this framework as a
promising solution for next-generation UAV-based intelligent networks.