Aerodyne FULCRUM: BVLOS Drone Ops for Pipeline Inspection

Aerodyne FULCRUM：超视距无人机进行管道监测

Aerodyne Group, the global DT3 (drone technology, data technology & digital transformation) enterprise solutions provider with its headquarters in Cyberjaya, Malaysia, has launched the first-of-its-kind localized remote operations beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone project in Malaysia. This Nested Intelligent System (FULCRUM) eventually will conduct pipeline right-of-way (ROW) monitoring and encroachment assessments autonomously over a span of more than 1630 miles.

Aerodyne Group, 全球无人机技术、数据技术及数字化转型企业解决方案提供商，总部位于马来西亚赛城，启动了首个本地化超视距远程操控无人机项目。其嵌套式智能系统（FULCRUM）最终将执行自动化管道通行监查和侵占评估，覆盖范围超过1630英里。

Malaysian energy companies currently use helicopters to monitor potential pipeline ROW encroachments. Given the expense of these flights, which average $150,000 USD a mission, current inspection cycles consist of a single deployment once every six months.

马来西亚能源公司现今使用直升机跟踪监查管道通行侵占现象。鉴于这些无人机执行一次任务平均花费15万美元，当下的定检周期设定为六个月进行一次部署。

Targeted foot patrols supplement these flights, on an as-needed basis, after the aircraft verifies an encroachment. These manual inspections involve sending, on average, two people into remote locations, for 8 hours at a time. Obvious dangers aside, it costs about $500 USD each time humans deploy for a closer look to validate potential pipeline problems.

当无人机监测确认有侵占现象，会随需增加目标性徒步巡逻以助力无人机监查。监查人员部署一次会派遣两名，时长为8小时。除了明显的危险之外，每次部署人员进行进一步确认潜在管道问题会花费大约500美元。

Aerodyne,plans to digitally transform these pipeline inspections using its proprietary drone-in-a-box (DIB) or Nested Drone System (NDS) solutions called Aerodyne FULCRUM. This DIB or NDS in general, have been proven to increase the safety, efficiency and quality of data collection and analysis across the energy sector.

Aerodyne计划进行运用其专有的嵌套式无人机系统解决方案Aerodyne FULCRUM.该系统已经证实可以提高能源行业数据收集和分析的安全性、效率和质量。

Aerodyne FULCRUM will autonomously launch uncrewed aerial vehicles (UAVs) to fly either on pre-programmed flight plans or ad-hoc requests over pipeline ROWs to collect close-in data. The drone will return to a highly sophisticated, self-contained, and networked landing box for battery swap and safe keeping. Each compact unit weighs slightly more than 200lbs and can fit on the back of a pick-up truck. It can charge up to six batteries simultaneously and the system can automatically swap out a drone’s battery in less than 90 seconds.

Aerodyne FULCRUM会自动部署无人机以进行预编程的飞行计划或自组织管道线路需求收集附近的数据。该无人机将会回到一个超先进的独立式网络化着陆盒以更换电池和保证安全性。每一个完整个体的重量略大于200磅，适合装载在于货卡车上。它可以同时给6个电池充电，该系统能在90秒内换好一架无人机的电池。

During the initial phase of the project, the company will strategically locate thirteen units of FULCRUM systems at multiple sites within a Block Valve Stations compound along the ROW. Each drone will collect data and monitor the encroachment for up to a five-mile radius around the nest, on a 24/7 basis.For the next phase, Aerodyne is planning to showcase the BVLOS operations up to 60 miles in Q3, 2022.

在项目初期，公司会在沿管道线路上的阻断阀区域内的多个站点设立13架无人机运行FULCRUM系统。每架无人机会进行数据收集， 全天候监测半径5英里范围内侵占现象。在项目的下一阶段， Aerodyne计划在2022年第三季度展示60英里范围的超视距无人机操作。

Drone Delivery Canada Care by Air Project: A New Transportation Route for Hospitals

加拿大无人机物流公司宣布飞行医护项目：一条新的医疗交通线路

The initiative was facilitated with the help of DDC’s sales agent, Air Canada, and developed in collaboration with McMaster University, DSV’s current logistics partner.

该项目的实行多亏了加拿大无人机物流公司的销售代理商加拿大航空公司的帮助同时与DSV现今的物流合作伙伴麦克马斯特大学发展合作关系。

The intended route for this pilot project will be between DSV Canada’s head office in Milton, ontario and Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital in Oakville, Ontario. The project will make use of DSV’s existing DroneSpot® takeoff and landing infrastructure while also establishing new infrastructure at the hospital. Operations are expected to begin in Q3 2022 with a duration of 6 months. DSV’s intra-site route will remain operational simultaneously.

该飞行项目的既定路线是从位于安大略密尔顿DSV加拿大总公司到位于安大略奥克维尔的奥克维尔特拉法尔加纪念医院。该项目将使用DSV现有的DroneSpot起降基础设施同时也会在医院建造新的基础设施。具体实施时间预计在2022年第三季度开始，持续时长6个月。DSV的内部站点路线会同时实施。

“As a leader in global logistics, DSV is continually focused on growth and innovation. The Care by Air Project represents a critical step towards optimizing supply chains that rely on time-sensitive and critical care medical cargo,” said Martin Roos, Managing Director, DSV Air & Sea Inc., Canada. “With the COVID-19 pandemic, we have seen the need for urgent healthcare transportation to be innovated further. With new needs come new solutions. We are excited to take this next step in drone logistics by partnering as the hub for deliveries to Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital. We are proud to play an integral role in developing drone delivery routes that will benefit Halton Region’s healthcare system and patient care.”

加拿大DSV海空公司管理执行马丁.鲁斯说，“作为全球物流业领导者，DSV一直专注于成长和创新。飞行医护计划是关键一步，优化高时效重要医护药物供应链。在疫情环境下，我们意识到进一步创新紧急医疗运输渠道的需要。新需求催生新方案。我们努力采取措施促进无人机物流业的发展，作为奥克维尔特拉法尔加纪念医院的物流中心。我们深表自豪，因为我们是发展无人机物流路线的必要因素，哈尔顿区域医护系统和医患关怀将受益于此。”

This project is a great fit to demonstrate a new efficient way to transport medical goods from DSV Milton to Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital. It will also allow us to explore additional connecting air routes, through DSV, in the future.

该项目很好地呈现了从DSV密尔顿到奥克维尔特拉法尔加纪念医院医疗用品运输的新高效方式。同时也让我们在未来通过DSV探索额外的衔接航空路线。