Open AccessInspection and Maintenance of Railway Infrastructure with the Use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Author(s) -
P. Lesiak
Publication year - 2020
Publication title -
problemy kolejnictwa
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 2544-9451
pISSN - 0552-2145
DOI - 10.36137/1883e
Subject(s) - transport engineering , computer science , computer security , construction engineering , engineering
The paper discusses the application areas of UAVs and their regulations. Particular attention is paid to the inspection and maintenance of railway infrastructure. The use of UAVs in many railway networks around the world is reviewed. The implementation of autonomous solutions is highlighted. The safety of UAVs on railways is analysed and directions for their implementation at PKP PLK S.A. are indicated. Keywords: UAVs, inspection, infrastructure, railway, security