This inspection process will help the utility to utilize the available investment funds in a targeted manner, in order to improve the safety of both the network and the personnel. The new inspection process also supports maintenance, so that the utility can proactively ensure a reliable and sustainable power supply.
Partnering To Deliver Drone-Based Overhead Line Inspections
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The Opportunity
The utility’s inspection process is primarily manual, with engineers climbing poles for detailed inspections. They are on a journey to go from from manual overhead line inspections to a more virtual approach.
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The Solution
eSmart Systems has partnered with Axpo and Linia to deliver an inspection program for over 1000 KM of overhead lines utilizing, state-of-the-art camera technology, automated flight routes and Grid Vision AI-powered inspection software.
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Benefits
- Reduce inspection costs
- Improve network and staff safety
- Maintain a stable and sustainable power supply
