Full scan & Spot scan
In the rapidly changing world of asset management, companies face a continuous challenge: how can they inspect their assets in a cost-effective, qualitative, and efficient manner? Whether it’s inspecting industrial installations or infrastructure, one innovative solution stands out: semi-automatic drone flights.
THE CHALLENGE
Traditional inspection methods for asset management often require significant human involvement and can be costly and time-consuming. The duration of an inspection can be long when flown manually, and reproducibility, crucial for trend analysis, may not be perfect in subsequent inspections. Moreover, human inspection is susceptible to errors, leading to missed issues and higher long-term costs.
THE SOLUTION
With the help of advanced software and drone technologies, SkyeBase enables semi-automated drone flights for both full and spot scans. This software allows users to create detailed flight plans, enabling drones to operate autonomously with minimal human intervention. Whether it’s for comprehensive inspections or just critical points, SkyeBase offers flexible solutions that save time and costs without compromising the quality of the inspection.
With a choice between the full scan or spot scan, companies can tailor their inspection needs to their specific situation, without compromising on safety and reliability.
FULL SCAN & SPOT SCAN
SkyeBase offers two types of drone inspections: the full scan and the spot scan. The full scan inspects the asset in its entirety, capturing every aspect in detail, providing a comprehensive and thorough view of the asset’s condition. This is ideal for periodic, in-depth inspections or when complete certainty about the condition of an asset is required.
The spot scan, on the other hand, focuses on inspecting the critical points of an asset. Only the most vulnerable or important components are checked, resulting in a faster inspection that targets areas of highest risk. This approach is efficient and focused, saving time and costs when a full inspection is not necessary.
THE TECHNOLOGY
SkyeBase employs advanced technologies, including GPS and advanced sensors, to ensure precise and reliable flight results. Thanks to this technology, drones can autonomously avoid obstacles and operate precisely according to the defined flight plan. This semi-automatic approach not only saves time and optimizes data capture for trend analysis but also minimizes risks of accidents.
THE BENEFITS
The benefits of semi-automatic drone flights are impressive. Firstly, this leads to significant cost savings. Reduced human involvement and more efficient, faster inspections mean lower operational costs. Moreover, inspections can be conducted more frequently, increasing the chances of detecting issues at an early stage, ultimately leading to cost savings. Faster on-site data capture reduces asset downtime, and image analysis can be performed in the office. Consistent inspection methods make it easier to track defect evolutions.
EXEPERTISE
During a project at Cargill, the following steps were taken for a visual inspection of a concrete silo to assess the integrity of the concrete:
1. Automatic data collection via a drone with a visual camera.
2. Creating a 3D model.
3. Generating an orthophoto from the 3D model, followed by annotating defects on the orthophoto.
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