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LINE INSPECTION ROBOT AND SYSTEM

  • US 20110196535A1
  • Filed: 02/10/2011
  • Published: 08/11/2011
  • Est. Priority Date: 02/10/2010
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. An overhead transmission line inspection robot, comprising:

  • (a) a communications and control system adapted to control the robot and transmit information;

    (b) a drive system for propelling the robot along a shield wire to enable inspection over a large area;

    (c) a camera adapted to inspect right of way and component conditions;

    (d) a light detection and ranging (LiDar) sensor adapted to measure conductor position, vegetation, and nearby structures; and

    (e) a global positioning system adapted to identify the robot'"'"'s position and speed.

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