The Challenge
The UK already has the world’s second largest installed offshore wind capacity at around 12 GW and is a key component of the UK Government’s net zero strategy, with an ambitious target of achieving 50 GW installed capacity by 2030 and potentially more than 100 GW by 2050. As Government and industry continues to advance the UK offshore wind capability, new and scalable technologies such as Lilypad are required to inspect, maintain and ensure the efficiency of wind turbines while also minimising costs to energy users.
The mission
Our mission is to provide safe, efficient inspection services for offshore wind farms using resident autonomous UAVs, optimising operations and maintenance with reliable data whilst enabling sustainable industry growth. A ground-breaking ecosystem of multiple resident autonomous Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) Uncrewed Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). Lilypad utilises artificial intelligence and navigational sensors to create a world-leading integrated capability, providing dynamic and on-demand offshore inspection services.
ALTERNATIVE INSPECTION Payloads
Technical Specification
Gremsy Pixy S
Sony A7RIV Gimbal
Automated and Modular XM8
Battery Pack Dock
Comprehensive
Onboard Processing
ARK Electronics
RTK GPS
Lightware SF000/B
Collision Avoidance
FLIR Firefly 360
Array Camera
FLIR Firefly 360
Array Camera
Ouster OS1-32
LiDAR Array
High Visibility Coating
Radar Altimeter
Integrated Datalink
Antennas in Landing Gear
Dimensions
Maximum Take-Off Weight
Maximum Payload
Flight Duration
Maximum Flight Altitude
Maximum Flight Range
Maximum Speed
Operating Temperatures
730mm x 730mm x 400mm
18kg
Up to 6kg
Up to 55mins
3,500m (11,400ft)
Up to 40km
Up to 80kph
-19ºc to +55ºc
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