Power line robotic device for overhead line inspection and maintenance
Power line robotic device for overhead line inspection and maintenance
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DOI：
10.1108/ir-06-2016-0165
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发表时间：
2017-01-01
影响因子：
1.8
通讯作者：
Mohammadpour, Javad
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作者：
Miller, Rebecca;Abbasi, Farshid;Mohammadpour, Javad
Purpose - This paper aims to focus on the design and testing of a robotic device for power line inspection and cleaning. The focus for this design is on simplicity and compactness with a goal to create a device for linemen and other power line workers to keep in their toolbox.Design/methodology/approach - The prototype uses V-grooved wheels to grip the line and can pass obstacles such as splices. It is equipped with a video camera to aid in line inspection and a scrub brush to clean debris from the line. The operator controls the device remotely from a laptop through a wireless connection. The novel way in which this device moves down the power line allows compactness while still being able to overcome in-line obstacles up to a certain size.Findings - The device has been tested on a test bed in the lab. The device is able to move down a line and expand to overcome in-line obstacles as it travels. Testing proved the mechanical feasibility and revealed new requirements for a future prototype.Practical implications - The device can be used for power line asset management by power companies; line inspection can lead to preventative repairs, leading to less downtime.Social implications - It stands to reduce costs related to maintenance and mitigates down time and emergency repairs.Originality/value - Innovative features include its size, mobility and control methods. Overall, the impact of this work extends to the utility maintenance sector and beyond.
