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What is Thermal Imaging Inspection?<\/h4><\/div>
Thermal imaging inspection is a method for detecting defects or power generation anomalies by measuring the surface temperature of operating solar modules.\nIts key feature is the ability to identify module performance conditions without interrupting power generation and in a non-destructive manner.<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

How is thermal aerial inspection conducted?<\/h4><\/div>
Thermal inspections are performed using UAVs equipped with thermal and visible-light cameras.\nThe drone flies over the solar modules and captures thermal images.\nThe collected data is then processed through the IRUAV PLATFORM, where AI thermal defect analysis and visualization tools present the inspection results.<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

How often should thermal imaging inspections be conducted?<\/h4><\/div>
The frequency of thermal imaging inspections mainly depends on the regular maintenance plan of the solar power system.\nIn general, inspections are conducted at least once a year, but more frequent inspections can help detect and prevent potential issues at an earlier stage.<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

What types of faults can thermal imaging inspections detect?<\/h4><\/div>
Through thermal imaging inspection, it is possible to detect faults such as internal and external open circuits and short circuits in solar modules, bypass diode conduction or short circuits, hot spots caused by cell fractures, shading, soiling, and junction box overheating, among others.\nThe platform further classifies these faults into twelve categories based on handling methods for reference. Technical articles<\/a>.<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

What are the advantages of using thermal aerial inspections?<\/h4><\/div>
Using thermal aerial inspections allows for rapid scanning of large areas, saving up to 90% of the time compared to manual inspections.\nEven in hard-to-reach locations, UAVs can capture detailed thermal images, enabling comprehensive inspections and reducing worker safety risks.<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

How can thermal aerial inspections improve power generation efficiency?<\/h4><\/div>
Thermal aerial inspections allow for the early detection of defective modules and low-efficiency areas, enabling timely replacement or repair.\nThis helps maximize power generation over the system\u2019s 20-year operational lifetime.<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

What is Smart Solar O&M?<\/h4><\/div>
Smart Solar O&M is a solar operation and maintenance model that integrates drone inspections, AI analysis, expert review, and cloud-based management. Through data-driven management via the IRUAV APP, it enables precise monitoring of photovoltaic system conditions, improves power generation performance, reduces operational risks, and establishes a long-term O&M management framework that is traceable and auditable.<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

How to define the 12 thermal defects?<\/h4><\/div>
Experts primarily refer to the thermal defect classifications of crystalline silicon PV modules listed in Annex C of IEC 62446-3:2017, and further refine them by incorporating PID (Potential Induced Degradation) and visible-light image references, resulting in 12 defined categories of thermal defects.\nAll of these defect types have been detected in actual solar power systems in Taiwan over the past several years.<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

IRUAV APP Data Retention Period?<\/h4><\/div>
Customers may log in to the system at any time to review and download data related to their own projects.\nProject data will be retained for customers on a permanent basis, provided that sufficient system storage capacity is available. In the event of insufficient storage capacity or data expiration, the data will be deleted after prior notification to the customer.<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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