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In the International Energy Agency (IEA) Key World Energy Statistics 2021 Report; oil, coal and natural gas were the largest contributors to the world energy supply in 2019. Oil was responsible for 30.9%, while coal accounted for 26.8% and natural gas contributed 23.2% to the global energy supply. Renewable sources made up less of the world's energy supply: nuclear accounted for 5.0%, hydroelectricity was 2.5% and biomass was 9.4%. Lastly, other energy sources including wind, solar, wave and many others were responsible for 2.2% of the world's energy supply [1].
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ROVs provide a more convenient and accurate method for scheduling maintenance. The vehicles allow for operators to perform affordable routine inspections. Completing regular inspections allows users to monitor the condition of their plant's submerged structures, making it easier to plan out when they will need repair. As well, regular examinations help operators perform maintenance when necessary rather than performing it on the traditional calendar-based method.
One engineering company, GENIFAB, noted how they were able to use a ROV to inspect a hydroelectric dam without shutting down the entire plant. One of the employees, Donald Dupont noted, “for instance, we can inspect a draft tube on one group while the other groups are operating.”
Talk to us about how ROVs make structural inspections safer and easier
Che Swearengen from Ontario Power Generation (OPG) noted the benefits of ROVs keeping divers out of dangerous situations. For example, Swearengen explained when inspecting a water service tank in a nuclear plant, they used a ROV for inspection. This was done as it kept divers from coming into contact with radiological uptake.
However, if divers are needed for inspections or repairs, ROVs can be used to improve safety and time. ROVs can help monitor divers, plan out the needed work before divers enter the water or be an extra set of eyes to divers.
In addition, Deep Trekker vehicles’ versatility makes them the ideal tool to deploy in a variety of electric production plants - including hydroelectric power, offshore wind farms, nuclear generation plants and offshore oil & gas platforms
If you are looking for a ROV to enhance your ability to inspect power plants, our team of industry experts at Deep Trekker are happy to help answer your questions! Reach out to get your customized quote today!
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