ARA Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture; Representative Director: Masanori Arai) has begun providing an "Infrared Solar Panel Inspection Service" utilizing drones and infrared cameras.
With the spread of renewable energy, the aging of solar power facilities and declining power generation efficiency due to malfunctions have become national challenges.
By using high-performance infrared cameras mounted on drones, we analyze temperature differences on solar panel surfaces to efficiently detect anomalies that cannot be found by the naked eye.
Main anomalies in solar panels: - Hot spots - Cell cracks - Wiring failures - Connection defects - Bypass diode anomalies - Poor power generation panels - Power loss due to dirt/debris
If left unaddressed, these issues can lead not only to reduced power generation but also to fire risks and shortened equipment life.
Benefits of drone inspection: 1. No scaffolding required: Cost reduction by eliminating large-scale temporary construction. 2. Survey large areas in short time: Possible to inspect everything from mega-solar plants to factory roofs. 3. Visualize power loss: Accurately identify anomalies through infrared images. 4. Improved safety: Reducing high-altitude work ensures worker safety. 5. AI-based diagnostics: Efficiently extract anomaly locations by analyzing collected data with AI.
Recommended conditions: Sunny weather, sufficient solar radiation, wind speed of 5m/s or less, and outdoor temperature of 15°C or higher.
Target facilities: Mega-solar plants, factories/warehouses, commercial facilities, schools, public facilities, etc.
Strengths: With 30 years of history and over 2,000 building inspection/repair projects, we provide one-stop service from investigation to construction.
ARA Co., Ltd. will continue to promote the maintenance of buildings, infrastructure, and solar equipment through drone technology.
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- Source: PR TIMES
- Category: New Product