Rio Tinto describes drones and remotely operated vehicles used to inspect hazardous or difficult areas, including open-pit high walls and parts of large machinery. Their role is to improve visual access for the people assessing the condition.
Choose a recurring inspection question rather than starting with a drone model. Engineers should define the evidence they need and determine whether imagery is sufficient or further examination is required.
Create a repeatable capture plan with location, time and conditions attached to each record. Measure completeness and reporting time before adding automated image analysis. Evaluate weather, dust, restricted areas and coordination with mine operations. Photographs alone do not establish that an area is safe.
Original sources
- Rio Tinto — Automation ↗ Publication date not stated
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