Drone Tokyo Group Launches Infrared Solar Panel Inspection Service
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- Drone Tokyo Group Launches Infrared Solar Panel Inspection Service
- ARA Co., Ltd. has launched an infrared solar panel inspection service using drones. Leveraging its construction expertise, the company provides a one-stop solution from anomaly detection to repair.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: May 30, 2026
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ARA Co., Ltd. has launched an infrared solar panel inspection service using drones. Leveraging its construction expertise, the company provides a one-stop solution from anomaly detection to repair.
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- Drone Tokyo Group Launches Infrared Solar Panel Inspection Service (May 30, 2026), PR Times
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- PR Times
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- May 30, 2026
ARA Co., Ltd. has launched an infrared solar panel inspection service using drones. Leveraging its construction expertise, the company provides a one-stop solution from anomaly detection to repair.
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- 📰 Published: May 30, 2026 at 00:20
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With the spread of renewable energy, the aging of solar power facilities and declining power generation efficiency due to malfunctions have become national challenges.
By using high-performance infrared cameras mounted on drones, we analyze temperature differences on solar panel surfaces to efficiently detect anomalies that cannot be found by the naked eye.
Main anomalies in solar panels:
- Hot spots
- Cell cracks
- Wiring failures
- Connection defects
- Bypass diode anomalies
- Poor power generation panels
- Power loss due to dirt/debris
If left unaddressed, these issues can lead not only to reduced power generation but also to fire risks and shortened equipment life.
Benefits of drone inspection:
1. No scaffolding required: Cost reduction by eliminating large-scale temporary construction.
2. Survey large areas in short time: Possible to inspect everything from mega-solar plants to factory roofs.
3. Visualize power loss: Accurately identify anomalies through infrared images.
4. Improved safety: Reducing high-altitude work ensures worker safety.
5. AI-based diagnostics: Efficiently extract anomaly locations by analyzing collected data with AI.
Recommended conditions: Sunny weather, sufficient solar radiation, wind speed of 5m/s or less, and outdoor temperature of 15°C or higher.
Target facilities: Mega-solar plants, factories/warehouses, commercial facilities, schools, public facilities, etc.
Strengths: With 30 years of history and over 2,000 building inspection/repair projects, we provide one-stop service from investigation to construction.
ARA Co., Ltd. will continue to promote the maintenance of buildings, infrastructure, and solar equipment through drone technology.
FAQ
What are the benefits of using drones for solar panel inspections?
Drones reduce costs by eliminating the need for scaffolding, allow for rapid inspection of large areas, improve safety by reducing high-altitude work, and accurately identify hard-to-see abnormalities using infrared and AI analysis.
What types of abnormalities can be detected?
Hot spots, cell cracks, wiring issues, connection problems, bypass diode failures, underperforming panels, and power generation reductions due to dirt can be detected.
Are there recommended conditions for conducting inspections?
For high-precision diagnosis, we recommend clear weather, sufficient sunlight, wind speeds below 5 m/s, and outdoor temperatures above 15°C.
What are the strengths of ARA Corporation's inspection services?
With over 30 years of experience and more than 2,000 building inspections, ARA Corporation offers a one-stop service from inspection and analysis to repair proposals and construction, leveraging drone technicians, construction engineers, and infrared diagnosis specialists.
How much does the inspection cost?
We offer plans starting from 100,000 yen for an annual inspection of 49.5 kW panels.