IRUAV Pilot Software Instructions for Use

IRUAV Pilot is a software tool developed by IRUAV for reviewing drone aerial inspection results, organizing data, and converting it for further analysis. Designed for use after aerial inspections, it simplifies data processing to enhance subsequent evaluation. The tool runs on the Microsoft Windows operating system and requires the provided USB key for access. Its interface consists of a single screen, ensuring a user-friendly and straightforward experience. 

IRUAV Pilot

In summary, the operation consists of two simple steps: Inputting necessary information Verifying the output The following sections provide a detailed explanation of each component's purpose and operation, presented in order. 

PV plant name: text input field 

Satellite Aerial Image: The text display field allows users to select the satellite image file using the browse button. The selected file should be the pre-provided satellite image from the platform, specific to the system, and used to verify data integrity in later stages. The tool button next to the display field enables users to view the satellite image for accuracy confirmation. 

Weather Conditions: The weather conditions button automatically retrieves weather data (Note 1) for the specified geographical location, including: Weather classification Wind speed Cloud coverage Ambient temperature Among these parameters, solar radiation (Note 2) is a crucial factor for analysis and must be manually verified and entered by the user. 

Operator: The operator who conducts drone aerial inspection. 

Aerial Photography Folder: The text display field allows users to browse and select the folder containing the current drone aerial photography data. 

Output Folder: The text display field allows users to browse and select the folder where the final generated detection results will be stored. 

All the above information is required. Once all fields are completed, click the Output button to begin data processing. A progress bar will indicate the status of the output process. After processing is complete, a video will be generated to review the aerial inspection results. Use the tool button next to the video field to conveniently watch the footage. Finally, click the Reset button to clear all input fields. 

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  1. Before using the app, ensure the following requirements are met: The laptop is connected to the Internet Location services are turned on, and the app has permission to access location data The USB key is plugged into the USB interface
  2. Sufficient sunlight is a necessary condition for aerial thermal imaging. It is recommended to perform inspections when solar radiation exceeds 600 W/m².
  3. Applicable drone models are: DJI Mavic 3T, Matrice 4T and Matrice 350 RTK + H20T.
  4. Google satellite images of the PV plant are provided by the platform administrator for reference and analysis.
  5. There will be English and Japanese versions in the future.

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