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Transmission Line Inspection Robot: A Review
Subject area: Science,Engineering and Technology · Area of research: Transmission and Distribution
Abstract
Transmission line maintenance is critical for ensuring uninterrupted power delivery and preventing infrastructure failures. This project presents a compact and cost-effective robotic system designed for the inspection of transmission lines using a blend of accessible technologies. Powered by a lithium-ion battery, the robot is controlled by an Arduino board and equipped with essential modules including a thermal sensor, camera, geared motors, and a Bluetooth module for wireless communication. The system can navigate along the transmission line, capturing thermal images and visual footage to detect hotspots or physical anomalies. Additionally, a rust detection module is integrated to identify early signs of corrosion on metallic structures. The robot's mobility is driven by geared motors, enabling smooth traversal of line cables. This human-assisted but semi-autonomous solution offers a safer and more efficient way to monitor critical infrastructure, minimizing the need for risky manual inspections while maintaining real-time connectivity with ground operators.
Keywords
Robotics in Power Infrastructure, Camera Module Surveillance, Bluetooth Communication, Thermal Imaging, Rust Detection.
How to cite this paper
@article{1708610,
author = {Abhishek N, Anji J, Dhanush S S Achar, Sumanth R, Ramya S},
title = {Transmission Line Inspection Robot: A Review},
journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
year = {2025},
volume = {8},
number = {11},
pages = {1229-1237},
issn = {2456-8880},
url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1708610.pdf},
abstract = {Transmission line maintenance is critical for ensuring uninterrupted power delivery and preventing infrastructure failures. This project presents a compact and cost-effective robotic system designed for the inspection of transmission lines using a blend of accessible technologies. Powered by a lithium-ion battery, the robot is controlled by an Arduino board and equipped with essential modules including a thermal sensor, camera, geared motors, and a Bluetooth module for wireless communication. The system can navigate along the transmission line, capturing thermal images and visual footage to detect hotspots or physical anomalies. Additionally, a rust detection module is integrated to identify early signs of corrosion on metallic structures. The robot's mobility is driven by geared motors, enabling smooth traversal of line cables. This human-assisted but semi-autonomous solution offers a safer and more efficient way to monitor critical infrastructure, minimizing the need for risky manual inspections while maintaining real-time connectivity with ground operators.},
keywords = {Robotics in Power Infrastructure, Camera Module Surveillance, Bluetooth Communication, Thermal Imaging, Rust Detection.},
month = {May},
}