Solar panel inspection and monitoring with thermal imaging
Drones can precisely identify and locate defects in solar farms by utilizing high-definition visible light and thermal imaging. This facilitates early fault detection and preventive maintenance, thereby improving the quality and efficiency of photovoltaic power stations.
Deploy resources more efficiently and minimize personnel risk by reducing time spent in the field and pinpointing faulty components with accuracy.
Integrate drone data collection with advanced detection algorithms to streamline fault identification and enhance inspection efficiency.
Merge visual and thermal data to accurately assess the condition of components and make well-informed maintenance decisions.
The scale of photovoltaic projects is expanding rapidly, making it challenging to allocate operation and maintenance personnel promptly.
The process of collecting and analyzing data from solar inspections can be laborious and complex.
The efficiency of photovoltaic panels can be significantly affected and diminished by exposure to factors such as dust, dirt, or other contaminants.
Comprehensive drone-based solutions designed for renewables operations.
The DJI Dock 2 enables you to automate recurring inspection tasks with ease. Schedule an inspection task, and the DJI Dock 2 will automatically collect the data and upload the findings to the DJI FlightHub 2 cloud platform for comprehensive analysis and processing.
Use DJI FlightHub 2 to plan inspection flight routes based on high-definition 3D model of the solar farm.
Using DJI FlightHub 2, select the preferred dock and scheduled inspection mission. The Matrice 3TD will execute the inspection tasks according to the plan, and uploads the captured data to DJI FlightHub 2.
Analyze the images to detect faulty elements or required maintenance work by using the DJI Thermal Analysis Tool. Transfer the collected data to a third-party software to use automated detection algorithms.
The DJI Matrice 30 Series delivers a potent combination of portability and performance, boasting an extended flight range of up to 15 km and ingress protection to endure severe weather conditions. It enables precise detection of solar panel defects, sediment buildup, or damage through its high-resolution visual and thermal (M30T) sensors.
Plan the drone flight routes throughout the solar farm or the area to be inspected using the DJI Pilot 2 app.
Upon arrival at the takeoff point, deploy the drone and initiate the previously saved inspection mission. The drone will automatically follow the flight route.
Analyze the images to identify faulty elements or required maintenance work by using the DJI Thermal Analysis Tool. Transfer the data to a third-party software to identify faults using automated detection algorithms.
The DJI Mavic 3T, a compact and portable drone, comes equipped with high-performance visible and thermal imaging cameras, making it ideal for comprehensive solar panel inspections in both industrial and residential settings.
Plan the drone flight routes throughout the solar farm or the area to be inspected using the DJI Pilot 2 app.
Upon arrival at the takeoff point, deploy the drone and initiate the previously saved inspection mission. The drone will automatically follow the flight route.
Analyze the images to identify faulty elements or required maintenance work by using the DJI Thermal Analysis Tool. Transfer the data to a third-party software to identify faults using automated detection algorithms.
The DJI Matrice 350 RTK is a versatile platform with interchangeable payloads tailored to meet the specific needs of each task. Whether it's mapping or inspection, the Matrice 350 RTK provides comprehensive operational capabilities for large-scale solar farms at various project stages.
Using the Matrice 350 RTK equipped with the Zenmuse H30T payload, manually fly to capture thermal readings of the key components of the solar farm. Use the Live Mission Recording feature to easily repeat the same missions in the future.
Analyze the inspection photos manually or use model detection to identify defects in the transmission corridor.
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