Reduce Operational Costs and Increase Safety With Nokia Drone Networks
Adopting aerial drones and drone technology is swiftly gaining traction across industries like energy, construction, agriculture, mining, public safety, telecommunications, and utilities.
Nokia Drone Networks emerges as a comprehensive solution capable of reducing operational costs and enhancing value by automating security and inspection workflows, mainly through the efficient gathering and secure data transfer during automated drone missions.
Fueled by public and private 4G/LTE and 5G networks, Nokia Drone Networks offer a comprehensive solution that includes:
- Nokia drones,
- a docking station,
- a ground control station, and
- optional equipment like a dual gimbal camera.
This end-to-end solution empowers the deployment of multiple drones for automated missions controlled through a single ground station operating on the edge cloud.
Primarily designed to support data collection for business needs, particularly in security and transportation, Nokia’s Digital Automation Cloud (DAC) – which powers the Nokia Drone Network – is invaluable in mission-critical scenarios like those encountered in public safety operations.
Features and Benefits
Highly Customizable
Nokia drones can be tailored for various operations, allowing for customization by adding cameras, sensors, or other payloads. The dual gimbal payload features integrated RGB and thermal videos, while additional functionalities, such as loudspeakers, searchlights, or customizable sensors for smoke, motion, and radiation, can be incorporated using the Nokia payload development kit. To facilitate this customization, Nokia provides a dedicated software development kit and evaluation hardware, assisting customers and partners in implementing payloads for diverse use cases. Support is also extended to integrate and certify tailored payload development projects.
Advanced Safety Features
As a reputable pioneer in the industrial drone manufacturing sector, Nokia sets the standard for system safety. The drones have advanced safety features, including an automatic parachute deployment system, demonstrating resilience in the harshest conditions. To underscore its commitment to safety and quality, the Nokia Drone Networks solution has obtained CE certification from a notified body, aligning with the latest UAV and 4G/5G user equipment standards.
Nokia Drone Network Use Case Examples
Fire Monitoring
Crafted with a user-friendly modular structure and robust, high-quality hardware, the Nokia Drone Networks solution is engineered for simplicity and efficiency. Its plug-and-play interface enables swift emergency equipment changes, ensuring adaptability and quick response times. Nokia drones are built to withstand high temperatures, making them suitable for fire monitoring in areas where traditional helicopters face limitations.
Equipped with a dual-camera gimbal, the drones deliver HD video streaming, significantly enhancing situational awareness. This feature supports resource planning, risk assessment, and rapid decision-making. The video stream offers precise and comprehensive aerial insights during damage inspections, aiding in the evaluation of the extent of the damage. Additionally, integrated sensors can detect gas leakages or the presence of hazardous gases, providing crucial information for safety and environmental monitoring. The Nokia Drone Networks solution thus proves to be a versatile and reliable tool for various applications, particularly in emergency response and critical situation management.
Safety and Security
Using multiple drones offers an efficient solution for extensive coverage, facilitating real-time monitoring of diverse settings such as factory premises, industrial campuses, or border areas, thereby enhancing safety and security measures. Ad-hoc drone fleet flights can be equipped with thermal sensors, cameras, and loudspeakers programmed to support search and rescue teams in emergencies. The Nokia Drone Network solution also contributes to mapping and route guidance through a user-friendly command and control interface, aiding rescue personnel in navigating areas affected by natural disasters.
Nokia’s market-leading radio technology establishes a connection through an optimized private wireless network with an edge-hosted packet core. This connection is then consistently prioritized, remaining unaffected by congestion in the public network and increasing reliability for mission-critical communications.
Nokia Saving Lives
Nokia Saving Lives (NSL) is a distinguished innovation and non-profit initiative recognized for its excellence and rooted in our Nokia Drone Networks solution. This groundbreaking initiative seamlessly integrates private wireless network technology with drone applications, incorporating real-time, high-definition video and infrared cameras to assist emergency-response personnel in locating and rescuing distressed individuals.
The success of Nokia Saving Lives underscores Nokia’s unwavering commitment to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, illustrating how collaborative efforts within the industry can harness technology for humanitarian benefit.
Notably, the Nokia Saving Lives project garnered acclaim during the Dubai UAE Drones for Good Award event in February 2017. The project showcased the efficiency of multiple drones flying in formation to search for individuals in disaster-stricken areas, earning the first prize in the International Drones category.
In a testament to the real-world impact of NSL, the Philippine Red Cross has partnered with Nokia to implement the Nokia Saving Lives solution in disaster response activities, collaborating with mobile operator Smart Communications. The inaugural event exemplified how the solution effectively supports Red Cross emergency operations, integrating a high-capacity mobile broadband network with drones and on-site computing power. This solution has become integral to the Philippine Red Cross toolkit, significantly contributing to demanding search and rescue activities. The Nokia Saving Lives initiative exemplifies the positive intersection of technology and humanitarian efforts, making a tangible difference in emergency response and disaster management.
Industry and Construction
Leveraging data collected and analyzed through drones presents valuable opportunities for enhancing safety and security across various domains, including construction sites, production facilities, railroads, roads, pipelines, air cables, radio towers, and agriculture. The data collected can be instrumental in measuring construction progress, identifying maintenance needs, and enabling early detection of potentially hazardous situations.
Additionally, drones offer a cost-efficient solution for conducting critical safety inspections and can be a valuable tool for evaluating the construction quality and progress of buildings, bridges, and roads. Remote tracking capabilities, facilitated by real-time surveillance using different types of cameras and advanced video analytics, enhance the depth of insights gained from drone-assisted inspections.
Smart City
The Nokia Drone Networks can be easily tailored to meet the specific needs of your municipality by incorporating specialized sensors for measuring environmental or water quality and thermal cameras designed to detect oil or steam leakages. This customization enhances the solution’s versatility, making it adaptable to diverse applications.
The solution supports video surveillance for monitoring and analytics, empowering law enforcement to enforce traffic laws and swiftly detect accidents, while real-time data generated through this surveillance contributes to more effective traffic management, aiding in alleviating roadway congestion. The solution’s capability for real-time insights enhances the overall efficiency of traffic control measures.
The Nokia Drone Networks boasts a fast and robust handover mechanism in the cloud that enables Nokia drones to cover long distances seamlessly, making the solution particularly well-suited for cost-effective point-to-point delivery of packages. This versatility makes the solution ideal for various applications, from environmental monitoring to traffic management and efficient package delivery.
Transportation
The Nokia Drone Network solution is equipped with state-of-the-art real-time video streaming capability, offering a consolidated situational overview, live video footage, and insights derived from enhanced video analytics for traffic monitoring. This advanced technology provides immediate visibility and the ability to store video data for future use and back-end processing.
When it comes to traffic monitoring, real-time drone video monitoring paired with Nokia Drone Networks command and control analytics prove invaluable for port operators. This integration enhances situational awareness, facilitating effective traffic management, heightened safety measures, and operational efficiency. For instance, specialized sensors on drones can be employed to detect the usage of banned fuel types by vessels even before they approach harbors. Through automation facilitated by the docking station, such workflows become streamlined, contributing to a proactive approach to enforcing regulations and ensuring a safer and more secure maritime environment. The comprehensive capabilities of the Nokia Drone Network solution thus empower industries to leverage cutting-edge technology for enhanced operational insights and improved decision-making processes.
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