The maintenance and inspection of underground infrastructures are crucial to ensure their proper operation and prevent the risks associated with their deterioration. Among these infrastructures, stormwater basins play an essential role in stormwater management and road safety. However, their difficult access and the restrictive conditions of these environments require advanced technological solutions for effective inspections.
In 2024, Multinnov organized a demonstration of the Roview2 at Bureau Veritasa leading player in the field of inspection and certification. The demonstration, carried out in a storm basin under a road, highlighted the performance of this innovative inspection robot. Thanks to its capabilities in confined spaces, the Roview2 proved that it could provide a detailed visual inspection without the need for direct human intervention in a potentially dangerous space.
A successful demonstration at Bureau Veritas in 2024
Underground infrastructures such as pipelines and retention basins need to be inspected regularly to guarantee their integrity and anticipate any structural problems. These inspections, once carried out mainly by specialized technicians, can now be optimized through the use of advanced inspection robots such as the Roview2.
During the demonstration at Bureau Veritasthe Roview2 was tested in a storm water basin located under a road, an environment representative of the challenges posed by the inspection of such infrastructures. These basins play a crucial role in capturing and storing runoff water to prevent flooding and pavement damage. However, maintenance and monitoring are essential to guarantee their effectiveness and prevent risks.
During the operation, the Roview2 demonstrated its ability to operate in a confined and potentially partially submerged environment, capturing high-quality images that enabled precise analysis of the basin's condition. Thanks to its robust design and advanced functionalities, this inspection robot was able to complete the mission without any human exposure to potential site hazards.
Why inspect a stormwater basin?
Stormwater basins are essential components of the stormwater drainage network. Located under road infrastructures or near urban areas, they regulate water flows and prevent flooding, particularly in the event of heavy rainfall.
However, over time, these basins can be subject to various problems:
- Accumulation of sediment and waste, which can reduce retention capacity.
- Presence of cracks or structural deterioration, jeopardizing their solidity.
- Clogged drains can disrupt water flow.
Regular inspection can identify these anomalies before they become critical. Traditionally, these inspections involve human intervention in potentially dangerous conditions: confined spaces, presence of toxic gases, variable water levels... The use of an inspection robot such as the Roview2 improves operator safety while optimizing inspection efficiency.
Roview2: innovative technology for inspection in confined spaces
Developed by Multinnovthe Roview2 is an inspection robot specially designed to operate in underground and difficult-to-access environments. Thanks to its advanced technical features, it is the solution of choice for televisual inspection (TVI) of stormwater basins, pipes and other underground structures.
Roview2 features and functions
- Double travel mode : the Roview2 can roll on dry or partially submerged surfaces, and float if necessary. This versatility enables it to operate in infrastructures where water is present in varying quantities.
- High-resolution camera : equipped with high-precision sensors, the Roview2 camera offers optimum visibility, capturing clear, usable images for inspection reports.
- Powerful LED lighting : Since underground environments are often poorly lit, the Roview2 incorporates a high-performance lighting system, guaranteeing detailed inspection even in total darkness.
- Robust, watertight structure : designed to withstand the harsh conditions of confined environments, this robot is perfectly suited to inspections in wet, dirty or wear-prone infrastructures.
- Real-time data transmission : captured images and videos can be directly analyzed by remote experts, optimizing decision-making and reducing response times.
Thanks to these features, the Roview2 considerably improves inspection processes, guaranteeing reliable, fast and secure data collection.
Concrete benefits for industry and road safety
The adoption of Roview2 for the inspection of stormwater basins and other underground infrastructures offers a number of advantages:
- Increased safety : no need to expose operators to the risks of confined or submerged spaces.
- Cost optimization : fewer human resources are needed, reducing inspection costs.
- Time-saving : rapid deployment and immediate diagnostics facilitate decision-making.
- Reliable data : usable images and videos for in-depth analysis and detailed reporting.
In the context of motorway infrastructures, where maintenance is a crucial issue, the Roview2 is the ideal solution for ensuring regular monitoring without disrupting traffic or requiring extensive human intervention.
A turning point for industrial inspection and infrastructure maintenance
The growing use of inspection robots in confined spaces marks a veritable revolution in industrial inspection. With solutions such as the Roview2infrastructure managers can now :
- More frequent and accurate inspections.
- Minimize risky human intervention.
- Improve prevention of incidents linked to aging infrastructures.
The successful intervention of the Roview2 at Bureau Veritas demonstrates once again the relevance of this technology in the visual inspection sector. The innovation proposed by Multinnov innovation meets the growing needs of those involved in infrastructure maintenance and safety.
The demonstration of the Roview2 in a storm basin under road infrastructure proved that inspection technologies are evolving towards greater automation, precision and safety. By integrating solutions such as this inspection robot, specialist companies and infrastructure managers can optimize their operations and guarantee efficient maintenance of underground networks.
With tools like Roview2, Multinnov is actively contributing to the improvement of inspection methods in confined environments, and to smarter, safer management of critical infrastructures.
