Denmark has developed a drone that charges from power lines (video)

Engineers from the University of Southern Denmark have created a "vampire drone" that can fly almost indefinitely thanks to its unique energy source.

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The main feature of this drone is its ability to automatically connect to power lines to charge its batteries. Thanks to a special system of sensors and AI built into the device, the drone detects power lines and connects to them to receive the necessary electricity.

The team of engineers has determined that the main purpose of these drones is to detect damage and failures in power lines, which can help prevent accidents and ensure the safety of power grids. This will allow for efficient and cost-effective maintenance of power grids, which is important for the stability of electricity supply.

Other possible applications for drones include using them to monitor power lines in hard-to-reach places or over large areas, which could make the process of monitoring power grids much easier for electricity supply companies.

Source: BGR, Fast Company