Percepto, Chevron team on autonomous drone inspections By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Israel-based Percepto is combining artificial intelligence (AI) and drone technologies to conduct safety inspections across Chevron’s far-flung assets in the western U.S., limiting the need for human-led inspection trips. The two companies recently announced the successful … [Read more...] about The Inside Story on Chevron’s Autonomous Drone Inspections with Percepto
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JOUAV Introduces Fixed + Mobile UAS Inspection System for Power Grids
Autonomous Drone Solution Enhances Efficiency and Coverage in Rugged Terrain JOUAV, a manufacturer of industrial unmanned aerial systems (UAS), has partnered with the Guangxi Power Supply Bureau to launch China's first "Fixed + Mobile" UAS autonomous inspection system for power grid operations. This solution sets a new standard in power line inspections by improving efficiency … [Read more...] about JOUAV Introduces Fixed + Mobile UAS Inspection System for Power Grids
DJI Unveils Dock 3: Revolutionizing ‘Drone in a Box’ Technology with Vehicle Mounting Capabilities
Expanding its Matrice 4 Series, DJI introduces the Dock 3—enhancing public safety, emergency response, and infrastructure inspections with innovative 24/7 aerial solutions. by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Global drone giant DJI today recently announced the launch of their DJI Dock 3, the company’s first “Drone in a Box” solution that supports vehicle mounting. … [Read more...] about DJI Unveils Dock 3: Revolutionizing ‘Drone in a Box’ Technology with Vehicle Mounting Capabilities
Fighting fire with fire: In the UK, a North East drone company is helping prisons fight back
Here, UK drone services provider heliguy provides an insider look at how prisons are using drones to combat drone incursions. Drugs, weapons - and even mustard. That's just some of the contraband smuggled into British prisons in recent years via drones. And the problem is getting worse. A watchdog recently warned that two major prisons had “ceded control” of the air above … [Read more...] about Fighting fire with fire: In the UK, a North East drone company is helping prisons fight back
Durham County Council Leverages Drone Technology for Solar Farm Inspections
New Drone-in-a-Box System Enhances Efficiency at the Morrison Busty Low-Carbon Depot Revolutionizing Solar Panel Inspections Durham County Council has adopted advanced drone technology to inspect over 5,000 solar panels at the Morrison Busty low-carbon depot in the UK. The innovative approach drastically reduces inspection time and resources. The 23-acre solar site powers … [Read more...] about Durham County Council Leverages Drone Technology for Solar Farm Inspections