Detect Every Module Fault and Soiling Loss in a Single Drone Flight
Solar Field Inspection Software for PV thermography and PV soiling analysis in a single drone flight, saving time and costs.
Advanced Fault Detection with IR & RGB Imaging
Our state-of-the-art thermography technology enables precise detection of module faults. Combining infrared (IR) and visual (RGB) imaging, the system automatically crosschecks for soiling, module glass damage, and other anomalies. All image data and analysis results are accessible via our Volateq Solarinspektor and detailed reports.
- Automated drone flights for fast data acquisition
- Shorter inspections with less effort
- Lower O&M costs through smarter inspections
- Safer operations with autonomous flights
High Efficiency Inspections
Thanks to Volateq’s efficient flight routes, your drone can cover up to 70 MW in a single day, saving valuable piloting time and identifying every module fault. All results, both PV thermography and PV soiling analysis are displayed visually in the Volateq Solarinspektor software.
PV Thermography Inspection: What Volateq Detects
Detected Thermal Anomalies
Open Circuit
Potential Induced Degradation (PiD)
Bypass diode activated
Two bypass diodes active
Cell Hotspot
Multi Cell Hotspots
Shading by tall vegetation
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Industry First Soiling Detection & Loss Quantification
Our pioneering PV soiling analysis solution is the first on the market, developed in collaboration with the German Aerospace Center (DLR).
Quantifying Soiling Losses at Cell Level
Volateq’s Solarinspektor quantifies soiling-induced losses across the entire solar field by measuring optical losses at cell level and their impact on electrical performance, including mismatch effects. By combining PV soiling analysis and thermography in a single drone flight, the solution delivers accurate, scalable, and repeatable insights without additional inspection effort.
- Reduce cleaning costs before thermography
- Develop informed soiling mitigation strategies
- Quality control for cleaning services and robots
Scientific paper on measurement principle: https://www.mdpi.com/2072-4292/16/14/2617
Results & Reporting
All inspection results are processed and delivered through Volateq Solarinspektor. Get IEC-compliant reports, exportable fault data, and API integration with your existing CMMS or SCADA systems, so your team can act fast, from any device and even in offline mode. Click here to know more about the features.
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