According to GlobalData power utilities are using more robotics to handle the inspection of risky, time-consuming and hard to reach assets. They are also being utilized to maintain and improve their operations.
GlobalData’s last report explores how robots and drones have now entered the power industry and are finding uses across various segments.
There are currently three main uses for robotics in utilities, inspection of assets, automated and remote maintenance and handling of nuclear materials.
Sneha Susan Elias, Senior Power Analyst at GlobalData says, “As robots and drones become more prevalent, they will provide a significant source of data for utilities including mapping dangerous or inaccessible parts of utilities’ infrastructure that can then support training, planning and maintenance.
Robots can also play a key role in the installation and setup of technologies such as offshore wind and solar panels.
