Technical Scheme Research of the TCM-SCAN Inspection Platform for the Distribution Lines

Abstract

Using the power robot inspection technology, the TCM-SCAN inspection platform for the distribution lines are developed to replace or assist to carry out intelligent inspection of power distribution network, which integrates visible light camera, thermal infrared imager and ultrasonic apparatus. Using geo-coordinate positioning, visual servo and line tracking technologies. It can automatic tracking and positioning the distribution lines and equipment during vehicle movement, intelligent identification appearance anomalies, thermal defects and insulation problems, to improve the efficiency and inspection quality, solve the problem of large workload and low efficiency. It also can provide fault early warning and power supply reliability of distribution network.