Conducting an inspection with Flyability’s Elios drone means safety, precision, and innovation in complex and confined environments. However, like any high-performance operation, it requires planning, technical criteria, and a well-structured checklist. After all, every step taken before, during, and after the flight can directly influence the quality of the data collected and the longevity of the equipment.
If you’re considering integrating Elios into your industrial inspection workflow or looking to optimize your current procedures, this post is for you. XD4Solutions, Flyability’s official representative in Brazil, presents a complete guide to ensure no detail is overlooked.
Why Use Flyability’s Elios?
The Elios was specifically designed for hard-to-reach environments such as confined spaces, tunnels, boilers, silos, tanks, and industrial structures that require detailed visual inspections. It stands out for:
- Protective cage structure: allows for collisions without compromising the mission
- Real-time video transmission (Full HD)
- Integrated thermal sensor
- Compact and robust design
- High stability with internal positioning sensors (LiDAR and ToF)
- Ease of operation with quick training and user-friendly interface
In other words, it replaces the need for scaffolding, ladders, and hazardous equipment, offering industries a safer and more cost-effective alternative.
Elios Inspection Checklist: Step-by-Step
Before the Flight: Preparation and Safety
Before takeoff, it’s essential to prepare the environment, the equipment, and the team. This step ensures the operation is carried out safely and efficiently.
Key checks:
- Site assessment: inspect the area to identify risks (gases, vapors, heat, humidity, obstacles, unstable structures)
- Space mapping: understand the internal geometry to plan the flight path
- Charged and spare batteries: always have extra batteries and check their charge before the mission
- Firmware updates: ensure all drone and controller software is up to date
- Sensor and gyroscope calibration: avoid navigation errors and collect accurate data
- Visual inspection of the equipment: check the integrity of the cage, propellers, camera lens, and connectors
- Communication system check: ensure the video transmission is functional and interference-free
- Define entry and exit points: plan alternative escape routes in case of failure
- Flight simulation in a controlled environment: especially for new operators or unexplored locations
During the Flight: Monitoring and Control
This is when the pilot’s skill and Elios’s technology shine. Precise control combined with strong environmental awareness is essential.
Key precautions:
- Maintain visual and monitor control: never lose sight of what’s being transmitted
- Avoid abrupt movements: let the internal sensors naturally stabilize the drone
- Record the entire flight: document the inspection for later technical analysis
- Use built-in lighting wisely: adjust as needed to reveal hidden details
- Avoid entering critical blind zones: use digital zoom and thermal sensors to prevent flying into unseen areas
- Monitor internal temperature: in enclosed environments, the drone may heat up faster
- Watch battery life: don’t wait for the limit to start returning
After the Flight: Organization and Analysis
The inspection doesn’t end with landing. Post-flight is the time to analyze, store, and plan actions based on the collected data.
Recommended actions:
- File transfer and backup: save all recordings in secure, organized locations
- Technical image review: analyze captured details (cracks, corrosion, obstructions, leaks, etc.)
- Equipment cleaning: especially after use in humid, dusty, or corrosive environments
- Post-flight drone inspection: check for structural damage to the cage or propellers
- Mission report documentation: compile information and visual evidence in a structured report
- Plan future flights (if needed): use analysis results to refine routes or highlight areas of attention
Main Applications of Elios in Industry
- Mining Industry: inspections of conveyor belts, ventilation tunnels, ore chutes, and silos
- Petrochemical: integrity checks in tanks, boilers, and pipelines without halting operations
- Cement and Construction: inspection of rotary kilns, storage sheds, and concrete structures
- Energy and Hydropower: inspection of turbines, penstocks, and dams
- Maritime and Port Operations: monitoring of holds, watertight compartments, and hard-to-reach decks
- Safety and Civil Defense: assessment of collapsed structures, confined spaces, or post-disaster scenarios
Elios Inspection Means Efficiency and Safety
The Elios drone is more than just a piece of equipmentit’s a complete solution for inspections in locations where safety is critical and access is limited. Having a well-defined checklist before, during, and after the flight is the first step to ensuring effective operations, reliable data, and your team’s safety.
If you’re ready to boost your company’s results with cutting-edge technology, now is the time to invest in innovation with those who truly understand the field.
Buy the Elios from the Leading Experts in Brazil!
At XD4Solutions, you’ll find:
- Official Flyability representation in Brazil
- Specialized technical support in Portuguese
- Comprehensive training with certified professionals
Get in touch now and bring Elios to your operations!
