The continuous exposure of wind turbines and their blades to heavy rains, bags of dust, winds, and extreme weather conditions results in the reduction of efficiency and performance. Such drastic and momentous environments must be endured by turbine blades without deteriorating the blade’s surface. For the efficient performance of wind turbines, regular inspection and maintenance checks must be executed periodically. Given the size of modern wind turbines, and safety hazards associated with inspections the demand of utilizing drones in the wind turbine industry is on the rise. Industries have adopted drone technology and modern cameras to perform inspections efficiently.
Course of Action for Examining Wind Turbines
Collecting Aerial Data
Collect and access difficult-to-reach areas of a wind turbine.
Analyzing Aerial Data
Analyze the aerial data to identify surface irregularities.
Generating Inspection Reports
Assess the condition of blades and prevent damages.
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Improve Analysis, Reporting, and Transparency with
Modern Inspection Method
With drone data collection one can identify surface irregularities conveniently, and provide comprehensive reports for inspection. Aerial data does not risk manpower while flying and capturing data in a minimal time while ensuring maximum safety. Equipping drones with thermal and visual cameras provides in-depth analysis and assessment of structures at a fraction of cost with minimum time. The data is collected from the best possible perspectives from various views and at different angles. The inspection methods are carried out to assess the possible failures, prevent damages, and improve the aerodynamic efficiency of turbine blades. Implementing a regular inspection method provides a better understanding of the conditions of blades that needs regular maintenance, cycle planning, and overall performance of wind turbine while optimizing the life of blades.