The power industry is witnessing a significant shift towards renewable energy, necessitating innovative solutions for asset management and optimization. vHive, a leader in end-to-end digitalization solutions, has been recognized for its contributions to the industry with an award in the Innovation category in the 2024 Power Technology Excellence Awards.
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viHive won the award for its trailblazing work in renewable asset digitization, leveraging autonomous drone technology, artificial intelligence (AI)-driven analytics, and a user-friendly platform to transform the management and optimization of solar and wind energy infrastructure on a global scale.
“Winning this award underscores vHive’s mission: to give companies true independence in inspecting their wind and solar assets and maximizing their output — anytime, anywhere, and as often as they need, removing the dependency on third parties,” says Yariv Geller, CEO and Co-Founder at vHive. “In even the toughest conditions, our autonomous solution delivers the freedom and control that digitization promises. After all, that’s the heart of the digital revolution.”
Enhancing inspections with autonomous drone hives
vHive’s autonomous drone hives have revolutionized the inspection of renewable energy assets. The patented Auto-Discovery™ technology allows for easy and efficient data capture, significantly reducing the time and resources required for inspections. With the ability to deploy multiple drones simultaneously, vHive’s system captures high-resolution data across vast areas quickly, ensuring minimal disruption to energy production.
This breakthrough not only cuts costs and streamlines operations, but also empowers companies to perform inspections in-house, managing their portfolio without reliance on third-party contractors. The platform is designed to be easy and intuitive to operate, so that even a beginner or field technician with no advanced drone skills can confidently run inspections. There’s no need for highly skilled pilots; vHive’s solution allows anyone in the field to capture precise data efficiently, making it accessible and straightforward for everyday operations.
The autonomous drone hives not only facilitate rapid data collection, but also feed into vHive’s digital twin platform. This creates accurate representation of the physical assets, allowing for in-depth analysis and monitoring of solar fields and wind turbines. The integration with off-the-shelf drones is a strategic move that eliminates the need for specialized equipment, reducing the barrier to entry for renewable energy operators. This approach not only simplifies the adoption process but also allows for a scalable solution that can be tailored to the specific needs of different-sized operations.
The speed and efficiency of vHive’s drone technology mean that operators can conduct more frequent inspections, leading to earlier detection of potential issues and a more proactive maintenance strategy.
Leveraging AI for advanced analytics and management
The digitization platform developed by vHive goes beyond data collection; it is an advanced analytical tool that leverages artificial intelligence to process and interpret the vast amounts of data collected by the drones. This AI-driven engine can identify and prioritize critical faults, translating raw data into actionable insights. The platform’s analytics capabilities enable operators to make data-backed decisions for preventive maintenance, thereby reducing the risk of unscheduled downtimes and extending the lifespan of the assets.
Furthermore, vHive’s platform offers a unified management system that brings together data from both wind and solar assets. This holistic approach to asset management provides operators with a centralized source of truth, facilitating better oversight and more strategic decision-making. With features like drill-down dashboards and bird’s eye views, operators can monitor the health and performance of their entire portfolio in real-time, optimizing the efficiency of their operations.
Expanding capabilities with offshore inspection innovation
Recognizing the unique challenges of offshore wind farms, vHive has extended its technology to these demanding environments. The company’s autonomous offshore inspection solution is a testament to its innovative spirit and technical expertise. Offshore wind turbines, situated in remote and often harsh conditions, require reliable and safe inspection methods. vHive’s solution addresses these needs by providing efficient, accurate, and consistent data capture, which is critical for the maintenance and performance optimization of offshore assets.
This pioneering work in autonomous offshore inspections not only enhances safety by reducing the need for human intervention in dangerous environments, but also ensures that the quality of inspections is not compromised by external factors such as weather conditions. This capability sets a new industry benchmark for offshore renewable asset management.
vHive’s comprehensive digitization solutions have established a new standard in the renewable energy sector, characterized by speed, accuracy, and user-friendliness. The company’s recognition in the Innovation category highlights its commitment to industry transformation and the transition towards a more sustainable and efficient energy future.
Company Profile
vHive is a global leader in end-to-end digitization solutions, empowering organizations to unlock the full potential of their infrastructure assets through data-driven decision-making. The vHive platform leverages advanced data capture technologies to digitize assets and deliver actionable insights based on AI analytics. Focused on uncovering new revenue opportunities, optimizing operational efficiency, and enhancing safety, vHive helps organizations transform their operations.
Founded in 2016, vHive operates across 5 continents and over 40 countries, serving industries such as Telecom, Renewable Energy, and more. The company is venture-backed by PSG, Octopus Ventures, Deutsche Telekom, and StageOne, and continues to drive innovation in asset digitization.
Learn more at www.vHive.ai
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Naomi S. Zamir
Marketing Director, vHive
E-mail: naomi@vhive.ai
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