Roview2: The ultimate drone for mining inspections

One of the standout features of the Roview2 rover is its ability to navigate both on land and on water, making it incredibly versatile in various mining environments. This capability allows it to traverse through narrow tunnels and flooded areas, ensuring comprehensive inspections without extensive manual labor. Moreover, the rover's waterproof hull and floating ability enable it to operate in adverse conditions, maintaining safety and operational integrity in tight and potentially hazardous environments.

Unlike many traditional inspection methods that rely on manual navigation, the Roview2 employs advanced technologies such as stereoscopic camera stabilization and odometry to maintain steady movement. This is particularly advantageous in GPS‑denied environments such as underground mines. Optical stabilization compensates for the absence of GPS signals, allowing the rover to record and reproduce its movements in real‑time. This capability not only enhances operational safety but also facilitates precise 3D reconstruction of inspected areas.

Lighting is a critical factor in confined space inspections, and the Roview2 excels with its 6 LED panels. These can be adjusted to provide optimal illumination in the darkest corners of mining tunnels, enabling the cameras to capture high‑quality images and videos. Additionally, the rover's dust‑resistant design is a significant advantage in industrial environments. Its passive ventilation system and indirect lighting mode maintain visibility even in dusty conditions, allowing uninterrupted inspections.

The Roview2 is equipped with a 4K camera capable of capturing both high‑resolution photos and videos. The camera's hard focus is factory‑set to ensure sharp images, and the automatic ISO setting simplifies the operator's task. Real‑time 1080p video feedback provides the operator with clear, high‑definition views of the environment, enhancing situational awareness and decision‑making. The inclusion of telemetry capabilities allows for the creation of 3D models, making it easier to locate defects and analyze the inspection data. Data from inspections are analyzed using specialized software that can identify patterns, assess risks, and predict potential failures. This helps in making informed maintenance and repair decisions.

The Roview2's robust radio control system ensures reliable communication between the rover and the operator, even in challenging environments. The access to travel logs is another valuable feature, enabling detailed analysis and reconstruction of inspected areas. This is particularly useful for post‑inspection assessments and for creating digital duplicates of mining tunnels using software like Agisoft Metashape or Pix4D.