Revolutionizing Utility Management with Mobile Mapping Technology
The landscape of utility asset management is undergoing a transformation, driven by the advent of mobile mapping technology and advanced artificial intelligence (AI) models. Utilizing 360-degree cameras mounted on vehicles, this innovative approach enhances the accuracy and efficiency of monitoring extensive utility distribution networks, such as poles and pole inventories. Unpacking Mobile Mapping Mobile mapping involves vehicles equipped with 360-degree cameras and sensors, capturing detailed street-level data. These systems traverse various areas, collecting high-resolution panoramic images of utility poles and other infrastructure. AI algorithms then analyze these images to extract inventory data and create digital asset maps. This method offers