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1st IPTO Innovation Challenge

Καλώς ήρθατε στο 1ο Πρόγραμμα Καινοτομίας του Ανεξάρτητου Διαχειριστή Μεταφοράς Ηλεκτρικής Ενέργειας (ΑΔΜΗΕ) Α.Ε.!

01

Innovation in Pylon Maintenance

Development of AI software for analyzing photos to assess the condition of metallic components of electricity transmission pylons.

Implementing Directorate

Transmission System Maintenance Directorate (ΔΣΣΜ)

Corrosion in metallic electricity transmission pylons affects their lifespan and poses significant operational risks, such as:

  • Structural Weakness
  • Electrical Safety Risks
  • Reduced Effectiveness of Grounding

Monitoring and assessing the health status, as well as identifying problems for repair, of the extensive pylon network of the National Transmission System is a high priority for IPTO. The recording of the condition using aerial means by IPTO has significantly contributed to this process.

IPTO wishes to explore the adoption of tools to support decision-making, to reduce the time for collecting and managing significant volumes of data, and for the digitization of assets. Summarizing the objectives of this challenge for IPTO:

  • Digitization of the pylon maintenance process
  • Minimization of power outages and downtime
  • Optimization of resource allocation for system maintenance

The competition aims at the development of a software tool for the detection and assessment of the degree and the recording of corrosion points on metallic elements of electricity transmission pylons.

The technological readiness level of this application after 6 months of implementation is expected to be at TRL-5/6.

The application will offer at least the following:

  • Photo analysis (e.g., via an artificial intelligence algorithm)
  • Photo evaluation (e.g., through artificial intelligence algorithm training)
  • Automatic digital issuance of a pylon corrosion points report (Pylon Register)

Artificial intelligence and machine learning:

  • Experience in data analysis, statistical methods, and machine learning algorithms, familiarity with training datasets, model development, and optimization for accurate categorization.

Data set photos accompanied by the relevant corrosion information.

It will be determined during the formation of the cooperation framework for the development of the functional prototype.

Phase A: Proposal submission and evaluation period

Phase B: Implementation of functional prototype in 06 months

02

Innovation in Training

Staff training for field work in electricity substations using virtual reality (VR) technologies.

Implementing Directorate

Training Directorate

The most efficient training of new technical staff on the equipment elements of a substation as well as on safe approach and movement within it with new methods and technologies such as virtual reality (VR) is a priority for IPTO. With the use of realistic simulations, parameterized scenarios and practice training through VR enhances the assimilation of safety issues, the readiness and overall capability of field personnel, while simultaneously reducing the chances of accidents and promoting a safer working environment.

IPTO’s goal is to provide high-standard technical training to new employees, as well as continuous training in new and existing technologies. The establishment of the new Training Center aims to maintain and enhance the know-how of the technical staff. Summarizing the objectives of this challenge for IPTO, the adoption of such new training methods will lead to:

  • Increase in staff training effectiveness
  • Improvement of training on measures and safety awareness in the work environment
  • Reduction of required training time with simultaneous resource savings

The competition aims at submitting proposals for the implementation of a virtual reality (VR) application concerning the training of technical staff for field work, specifically in electricity substations.

The technological readiness level of this application after 6 months of implementation is expected to be at TRL-5/6.

The application will offer at least the following:

  • Training on equipment elements and their functionality in a virtual substation (walk through) .
  • Training on safe access procedures to a substation. Entry – exit safety equipment.
  • Experience in VR application development, preferably in training or simulation topics
  • Capabilities for designing 3D simulations for a substation environment, as well as adaptation/parameterization for typical substation and equipment designs.
  • Compatibility with different VR devices, including (but not limited to) VR headsets, motion controllers, and haptic feedback devices, as well as across different platforms
  • Integration of interactive elements for active trainee participation

Safe access procedures to Substations and data of typical Substation equipment

It will be determined during the formation of the cooperation framework for the development of the functional prototype

Phase A: Proposal submission and evaluation period

Phase B: Implementation of functional prototype in 06 months