IIT Partners with ComEd to Use Drone Technology to Inspect Utility Lines

Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT) and ComEd have partnered to use unmanned aircraft system (UAS), also known as drones, to inspect and assess conditions of ComEd’s transmission and distribution lines as well as substations. ComEd is the first utility in the Midwest to utilize drone technology. IIT will initially provide a licensed pilot for the partnership and is trialing a light, flexible cage around the UAS that can help maximize battery usage and protect the UAS. The story was picked up by several news agencies, learn more about the project below.