Linear Infrastructure

Ninox Robotics' long-range drone services provide an ideal solution for obtaining comprehensive data along features such as pipelines, electrical grids, and coastlines. With extended operational reach, our drones ensure thorough coverage and detailed views of linear structures, therefore enhancing monitoring, maintenance, and strategic planning efforts.

Uses
INFRASTRUCTURE INSPECTION
INFRASTRUCTURE INSPECTION

Perform aerial inspections of linear infrastructure, providing detailed images and videos for assessing the condition of roads, railways, pipelines, and powerlines.

DAMAGE ASSESSMENT
DAMAGE ASSESSMENT

Our team can be deployed to assess damage to linear infrastructure quickly and safely. Our drones can survey large areas rapidly, helping authorities prioritise repair and recovery efforts.

VEGETATION MONITOR
VEGETATION MONITOR

Monitor vegetation growth along powerlines, railways, and pipelines. This data enables efficient vegetation management by identifying areas requiring trimming or clearance to prevent disruptions or safety hazards.

Example Data

Photogrammetry

Linear infrastructure mapping can provide detailed insights into asset conditions, environmental factors, and project progress. In this instance, the client sought a high-resolution orthophoto to assess a corridor for potential pipeline construction. Zoom in to see the orthophoto covering a 55 km route.

Feature Extraction

By harnessing the high-resolution capabilities of drone imagery, coupled with sophisticated feature extraction algorithms, stakeholders can obtain actionable insights, facilitating informed decision-making and proactive maintenance strategies for linear infrastructure networks.

Case Study

Jemena

Orthophoto of linear pipeline

Close inspection of key assets

Ninox Robotics has worked with Jemena to conduct an alignment review of a concept pipeline path that was captured via photogrammetric aerial survey. Jemena own and operate energy and water transportation assets across the northern and east coast of Australia, supplying millions of households and businesses with gas, water and electricity every single day. This method proved particularly useful for the Jemena linear pipeline project that extended approximately 60km in length. The imagery collected allowed for close inspection of key assets. Not only can this be used for planning future work, but can also be directly compared with future data to help the root cause of issues. Ninox Robotics was able to cover the entire area twice in two days, producing a Digital Elevation Model (DEM) with swath of between 400-500m at approximately 3-4cm per pixel.



SUMMARY

Key Points

Detection Range: up to 150km radius from the drone

Flight speed: up to 120km/h

Video Type: thermal (LWIR / MWIR) and optical (RGB)

Mapping Resolution: up to 1 cm / pixel

Mapping Area Coverage: up to 20 km²/h

Wind Limitations: launch in up to to 30 knots

Time Limitations: 24/7 operation with rotating teams

Equipment

  • Octopus Epsilon 180MG

  • Phase One iXM-RS150F

  • Riegl VUX-160

  • Sierra Olympia Vayu HD

  • Controp M-STAMP

  • Foxtech Map-A7R IV

  • Sony A7R

  • Bluebird SpyLite

If you are interested in utilising our services, or have any questions,
contact us at team@ninox-robotics.com, call 1300 377 977, or request a quote below.