The concept is based on Infrared Absorption Spectroscopy. The laser emits light (spectral range of 1,65 μm), which reflects back and is captured by the sensor. The outgoing and incoming signals are compared with the built-in reference cell. If methane is present along the laser path, the laser light is partially absorbed. An algorithm calculates the gas concentration in ppm×m (parts per million multiplied by meter). The value is instantly transferred to the remote control (RC) of the drone pilot and to UgCS software.
Applications: Landfill, gas reclamation, natural gas, manufacturing plants, above/below ground pipeline corridors, detection, regulation and reporting
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Planning a mission for this specific sensor is just like any other mapping or corridor planning. No need to learn new techniques!
Select the “UgCS Methane Detector” from the WISPR Ground Control software, and default parameters are automatically loaded. Drag the polyline over the site you wish to measure. Press “Upload” and then slide your finger across to begin the mission. The drone will perform its required duties, come back, land and automatically stop its propellers.
Do not be afraid of processing the raw data into usable data!
Data processing is simple and straightforward: open the data file created on SkyHub onboard computer and you will see measurements graph, list of detected leaks and map. Export as needed and close up! You’re done processing.
Be the pioneer
The sky is the limit for methane; no pun intended. We’re not limited to facilities, pipelines and landfills. Methane gas is a byproduct of many vegetation decaying processes. Municipal wastewater treatment plants produce methane gas, too. And let’s not forget about the amount of methane gas generated by livestock.
LMC Process software not only provides numerical data, but graphs of the measured parts which can be projected over a background image.
Have the ability to view the spike in methane detection coupled with a numerical table showing the latitude, longitude, time and concentration.
With world-class training and support, owning one of our WISPR Systems American-made drones means years of productive and well-supported flying.
