LineDrone
Drone Volt's LineDrone inspects live high-voltage lines up to 315 kV, using precision sensors and hybrid flight-rolling for safe, real-time diagnostics.
Key Specifications
LineDrone – High-Voltage Power Line Inspection Drone
The LineDrone is a cutting-edge drone developed by Drone Volt in collaboration with Hydro-Québec for inspecting live high-voltage power lines. It allows non-intrusive, real-time diagnostics of electrical conductors without interrupting service or risking human safety.
Key Features and Advantages
1. Hybrid Flight and Rolling
LineDrone can land on a single conductor and, after stopping its propellers, move along the line using a motorized rolling system. This hybrid flight-rolling approach enables energy-efficient inspections over long distances.
2. Electromagnetic Immunity
The system operates safely on live lines ranging from 120 to 315 kV, handling currents up to 2000 A. Its electromagnetic immunity ensures reliable performance in high-voltage environments.
3. Precision Sensors
Equipped with precision measurement sensors developed by Hydro-Québec, LineDrone assesses line health accurately, detecting corrosion, wear, and resistance anomalies without damaging equipment.
4. Enhanced Control and Stability
LIDAR sensors and dedicated software provide precise control during landing, take-off, and inspection, ensuring smooth operation and minimizing risks.
5. Rapid Deployment
Designed for quick setup, LineDrone reduces operational downtime and allows teams to complete inspections efficiently.
6. Safety and Efficiency
By performing inspections remotely, it reduces human exposure to hazards, decreases inspection costs, and improves maintenance planning.
Applications
LineDrone is ideal for live line inspection, maintenance planning, and operational efficiency enhancement.
LineDrone combines advanced technology, safety, and efficiency, setting a new standard for high-voltage line inspections, enabling precise, cost-effective, and risk-free operations.
Conclusion
The LineDrone combines advanced technology, safety, and efficiency, making it an indispensable tool for modernizing power line inspection practices. Its ability to operate on live lines without service interruption sets a new standard in the industry.
