Below is an example 3D model of a power grid switch at a testing facility for a test performed by the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI). It was generated with a Skydio X2™ and Skydio 3D Scan™. The photos are taken at 12 feet from the structure, providing a 1.5 millimeter ground sampling distance, and XX photos from every angle of the structure. In the selected shots, it is clear that the drone captures every angle of the switch, especially the underside, where manual drones cannot fly safely, because they lose GPS connections. As an inspection report, this model would show a repair crew the locations of even the smallest defects, so that they could efficiently arrive on scene, find, and repair them. The full model is on display on Skydio.com. Further details on the model are listed below for reference
Capture
- Platform: Skydio X2 Color
- Distance: 3.6 meters
- GSD: 1.5 mm
- Overlap / Sidelap: 80/73%
- Photos: 468 photos
- Fly Time: 21 min
- Processing package: Bentley
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