Abstract:In order to manage the technical condition of its physical assets and according to its established asset management policy, EDP Distribuição frequently inspects its High Voltage (HV) and Medium Voltage (MV) overhead power lines. Such inspections are carried out by a specialized service provider, using a manned helicopter or personnel on the ground. Helicopter inspections require a crew of at least an experienced pilot and two technicians are expensive and have security concerns (risk of mechanical failure or c… Show more
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