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The Inside Story on Chevron’s Autonomous Drone Inspections with Percepto
- Chevron and Percepto collaborate on using AI and drone tech for safety inspections, reducing human-led trips.
- The pilot program tested technology in West Texas and Colorado, allowing monitoring of assets remotely.
- Percepto's canopy waiver from the FAA allows for autonomous missions in U.S. Class G airspace.
- Utilizing Percepto AIM software, drones collect data like gas monitoring and visual images, enhancing inspection efficiency.
- Each quadcopter drone carries OGI and RGB cameras, with cloud-based software for data management and analytics.
- AI integrated into the drones enables automated missions and alerts for anomalies, aiding data analysis.
- Chevron sees value in scaling drone use for monitoring and operational efficiency, with plans to expand technology into other regions.
- Drones can perform autonomous inspections and specific tasks directed remotely, enhancing safety and operational effectiveness.
- The system is ruggedized for harsh environments and extreme weather conditions, ensuring operational continuity.
- Testing in varying weather conditions in Texas and Colorado aims to improve safety by reducing human exposure to risks during inspections.
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