Inspecting transmission and distribution assets is tremendously time- and labor-intensive for utilities. Watch this webinar to learn the benefits and requirements of using a virtual inspection program and what AI is and isn’t capable of doing.
22000
miles of transmission line inspected
180000
structures inspected
4 million
images processed
60%
more defects identified than with traditional inspection methods
Unlocking Value Across Departments
As well as delivering more efficient, objective and accurate inspections with increased safety. The value does not stop there, the image-based digital asset provided within Grid Vision represents Xcel Energy’s physical grid and is utilized across departments unlocking downstream value by supporting long term asset management strategies, capital planning, storm response, wildfire mitigation and common vulnerabilities. This program is supporting improving the safety and resiliency across the power grid.
These enhanced inspections help us optimize our proactive maintenance activities, shifting work from reactive to preventive leading to improvements in reliability, resiliency, and reductions in overall cost. All of which, create value for our customers.
Assessing the value and efficiency of virtual inspections. A comparative study of foot patrol and virtual inspections.
This white paper provides an overview of a comparative analysis of the effectiveness of two modes of visual inspection of overhead transmission lines, namely foot patrols and imagery-based virtual inspections. The analysis utilized data from Xcel Energy’s inspection program.