Perceptual Robotics designs and implements inspection solutions using autonomous drones and AI for industrial process and production.

Perceptual Robotics Limited

Creating intelligent automation for wind turbine inspections and more.

Utilizing an intelligent Unmanned Aerial Vehicle(UAV), Perceptual Robotics provides existing inspection engineers with a new, cost effective inspection tool that increases number of inspections, and quality, whilst minimising health and safety risks.

Dhalion is an autonomous inspection platform for wind turbines.

At the press of a button Dhalion allows existing O&M teams to complete wind turbine inspections in minutes rather hours with increased inspection quality.

The path is optimised for optimum coverage, reliability in weather and consistent data acquisiton. Throughout the flight Dhalion minds its surrounding and deals intelligently with obstacles and unexpected situations. 
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The inspection data are then automatically distilled to useful information about position, size and severity of defects on the tower and blades. It can identify lightning strikes, cracks, erosion and delamination as well as highlight anything out of the ordinary. The consistent data capture allows for long term analytics from data mining massive amounts of information to inform O&M decision making.

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Ah, the enduring debate: autonomous versus manual flights! 

At Perceptual Robotics, we prioritise automation, but we also understand the dedication to manual flights and the apprehension about transitioning to autonomous solutions. That's why we also offer full support for processing data collected during manual inspections. 

Let's explore some tips on how you can obtain the best data through manual inspections and integrate with our Artificial Intelligence to streamline processes and ensure the highest quality of your results.

Main issues:
📐Lack of Perpendicularity: Locating damages and estimating their size  accurately is challenging without perpendicular images. 
📏Inconsistent Distances: Varied distances lead to inconsistent image quality, hampering analysis.
🎯Poor Image Targeting: Off-centred images can delay data processing significantly disrupt the analysis process. 
🧩Missed Blade Parts: Incomplete inspections compromise data accuracy. 
📷Blurriness: Clear images are essential for precise damage assessment. 
⏩High Overlap: Excessive overlap prolongs processing time without adding value. 
🔍Identification Challenges: Accurate identification of blades and side is crucial for analysis.
 
Tips: 
📐Ensure Perpendicular Images: Capture images moving the drone along the blade to ensure perpendicularity instead of capturing several images from the same position.
📏Maintain Consistent Distances: Ensure uniform distances for consistent image quality. Do not zoom in and out.
🎯Improve Targeting: Center blades in images for effective analysis. 
🧩Thorough Inspections: Ensure you have full coverage of each blade, from root to tip.
 📷Focus on Clarity: Take clear images to facilitate accurate assessment. Position the WTG adequately with regard to sun position.
 ⏩Reduce Overlap: Keep image overlap between 12.5% and 20% for efficient processing. 
🔍Enhance Identification: Properly identify blades and sides to avoid manual corrections and delays.

Rest assured manual flight enthusiasts, we appreciate your efforts! However, as technology evolves and the need for handling more and more data continuously grows, it's time to consider transitioning to autonomous flights for hassle free inspections, consistent results, enhanced safety and reduced downtime.

Let's embrace the future together!

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Delving into the Depths of #oms24  Conference in San Diego! 

🌬️Operations, Maintenance, and Safety Conference 2024 (OMS24) brought our very own Derek Rutherford to the forefront, as he immersed himself in a week-long engagement with key stakeholders in the US, fostering insightful conversations and meaningful connections.

Let's unpack the crucial industry needs that stole the spotlight: 

🛠️Owner Operators: These vital players seek streamlined solutions to efficiently manage and optimise their assets, reducing LCOE and ensuring a high Return on Investment. 
🔄Repowers: While early repowering was heavily incentivised before, the focus currently lies on longer lifetime, stressing the importance of a solid long-term maintenance strategy.
🔧Maintenance: Keeping turbines operating at peak performance requires robust maintenance protocols and reliable solutions. 
🔍Inspection: Addressing the challenges of inspections is pivotal for ensuring the safety and longevity of wind energy infrastructure. 
🔧Service: Prompt and effective service provision is essential for minimising downtime and maximising operational efficiency. 

Our presence at the OMS24 underscores our commitment to excellence and our dedication to staying ahead in this dynamic landscape as we navigate these key areas. 

With a focus on delivering high-quality solutions and fostering continuous support to our customers, let's continue our journey of innovation and collaboration within the renewable energy sector!


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Setting the Standard, Renewing Excellence!

Standardisation is key, and undergoing audits by independent third parties ensures the quality of our processes and products. At Perceptual Robotics, we take this responsibility seriously. 

We're proud to announce that once again, we have successfully renewed our ISO certifications: ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001, following our annual audit. 

This accomplishment complements our existing Achilles certificate, a trusted certification in the wind industry, signifying our reliability as partners. 

These certifications not only validate the quality of our services but also attest to the excellence of our product design.

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Blade repair procrastination: Can you really afford it?

Owners and OEMs (Manufacturers) must establish priorities for repairing damages, as budget constraints prevent repairing everything at once. However, what is the cost of delaying repairs until next season?

While the impact may seem insignificant on an individual basis, the cumulative effect of unrepaired damages can be substantial when considering the overall figures. 

Disclaimer: It's essential to note that not all costs and damages are equal; the following figures are based on benchmark values just to highlight the scale.

Every year, between 5% to 30% of damages progress to the next stage. Consider the cost escalation: 

Category 3 damage repaired on time
| Repair cost: £2,000
| Downtime loss: £240

Category 3 propagated into Category 4
| Repair cost: £5,000
| Downtime loss: £480
| Additional Budget Requirement: £3,240

Category 4 propagated into Category 5
| Repair cost: £10,000
| Downtime loss: £7,200
| Additional Budget Requirement : £11,720

Category 5 propagated into Catastrophic damage
| Repair cost: £400,000
| Downtime loss: £25,200
| Additional Budget Requirement: £408,000


*Assumed 20% capacity factor, £50/MWh, and 2 MW WTG. 

Whether due to budget limitations or missed detection, some damages will inevitably evolve, resulting in significantly higher repair costs than if addressed promptly. While repairing all damages would be ideal, prioritising repairs based on their potential impact on revenue is crucial, at least as crucial as not missing any damage particularly when dealing with hundreds or thousands of blades. Our AI and our Advanced Analytics can help you prioritise damage repair effectively. 

Want to learn more? Let's talk.

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