WIRIS Pro: Thermal Drone Camera for Industrial & Utility Inspection

Dual-Sensor Architecture — Thermal and Visual in One Payload

The WIRIS Pro is a professional-grade aerial imaging system combining its LWIR radiometric thermal sensor with a Full HD RGB camera featuring 10× optical zoom, both integrated into a single ~780 g payload. This dual-sensor design provides the two data types that industrial and utility inspection reports require: the thermal channel identifies anomalies (hotspots, cold spots, thermal distribution irregularities) that are invisible to visible-light cameras; the 10× optical zoom RGB channel provides the close-up visual context needed to identify the specific component at the anomaly location, correlate the thermal finding with physical condition, and produce the visual-plus-thermal inspection records required by asset management and maintenance planning systems.

Unlike the WIRIS Enterprise’s 30× optical zoom, the WIRIS Pro’s 10× zoom is calibrated to the inspection distances and component sizes of standard industrial and utility assets — power line hardware, solar panel strings, pipeline flanges, building elements — from the typical aerial inspection altitudes used for these applications. The result is a payload optimised by design for the majority of industrial and utility inspection missions, at approximately 780 g, without the additional weight of AI computing, larger storage, or higher-magnification optics that the Enterprise-class payloads add for their specific application requirements.

Selectable Temperature Ranges — Optimised for Each Inspection Target

The WIRIS Pro offers two selectable temperature measurement ranges. The −25°C to +150°C range concentrates the full radiometric measurement capability within a 175°C span, providing the finest temperature resolution for detecting small thermal differences between healthy and defective components in standard ambient-temperature inspection applications — power line hardware, solar panels, building envelopes, and electrical switchgear where component temperatures vary within a few degrees of ambient. The −40°C to +550°C range extends the upper limit for monitoring higher-temperature industrial process equipment, steam pipelines, flare systems, and industrial furnaces where component surface temperatures may exceed 150°C. The operator selects the appropriate range before each mission based on the expected temperature range of the inspection targets, optimising measurement resolution for the specific application.

High-Resolution Radiometric Thermal Imaging

Captures accurate calibrated temperature measurements for every pixel of the 640×512 thermal sensor, ensuring detailed inspection data that supports quantitative fault identification, temperature trend analysis, and maintenance priority ranking across all inspected assets. The ≤30 mK thermal sensitivity reliably detects the subtle temperature differences between healthy and developing-fault components that characterise early-stage thermal anomalies in utility and industrial equipment.

Dual-Sensor Integration — Thermal and 10× Zoom Visual

Combines LWIR radiometric thermal imaging with a Full HD 10× optical zoom RGB camera for comprehensive inspection data from a single aerial payload. The thermal channel detects anomalies; the 10× zoom RGB channel provides component-level visual identification and physical condition context at the anomaly location — enabling inspection engineers to produce complete thermal-plus-visual inspection reports without a separate close-approach visual inspection flight.

Real-Time Data Transmission

Streams live thermal and visual data to ground station operators for instant decision-making during the inspection mission. Live thermal streaming enables real-time anomaly identification, mission redirection to investigate detected faults more closely, and on-site assessment by an inspection engineer monitoring the ground station — reducing post-flight analysis time by confirming significant findings during the flight.

Industrial-Grade Rugged Design at ~780 g

Rugged, lightweight build at approximately 780 g optimised for UAV integration in challenging industrial and outdoor field environments. At 780 g, the WIRIS Pro is the lightest full-resolution (640×512) thermal drone camera in the Workswell WIRIS payload range, preserving productive flight times on DJI Matrice and compatible platforms without sacrificing the thermal resolution required for professional inspection results.

Advanced Image Processing — Palettes, Isotherms, and Analytics

Supports multiple thermal colour palettes, isotherm overlays, and data analytics through Workswell CorePlayer software for precise reporting. Palette and isotherm configuration enable inspection engineers to highlight specific temperature ranges of interest — displaying only pixels above a fault threshold in a high-contrast colour — simplifying fault identification in complex thermal scenes with multiple components at different temperatures.

Utility-Focused Applications with SDK/API for Custom Integration

Specially engineered for inspecting energy, utility, and industrial infrastructure, with an SDK/API for developers and system integrators who need to build the WIRIS Pro into custom inspection management platforms, automated flight control systems, or enterprise asset management data pipelines. United Spectrum Instruments provides SDK documentation and integration support for customers requiring custom software development.

Advantages at a Glance

• Provides accurate, real-time radiometric thermal data for utility and industrial asset management and condition monitoring
• Detects hotspots, insulation failures, and structural faults from UAV altitude before they escalate to asset failure
• Reduces inspection downtime and cost compared to manual methods, rope access, or vehicle-mounted inspection
• Enhances operator safety by enabling remote inspection of live power lines, energised electrical equipment, and hazardous process facilities
• Dual-sensor thermal and 10× zoom RGB output improves fault identification accuracy and inspection report completeness
• Lightweight ~780 g design ensures minimal payload impact on drone flight time and maximises area coverage per battery charge
• Robust build and 9–24V UAV bus power allow use in harsh industrial and outdoor field environments without separate power infrastructure
• Trusted globally and in India by utility, energy, and industrial inspection organisations for mission-critical asset management

Energy and Power Utilities

Inspects substations, power lines, and transformers to detect overheating and electrical faults across India’s transmission and distribution network:

• Power transmission line inspection: aerial thermal detection of conductor connection resistance anomalies at clamps, joints, and splices; insulator contamination and tracking; damaged or mismatched conductors — covering kilometres of line per flight for POWERGRID, state transmission utilities, and DISCOM asset management
• Substation and switchgear inspection: thermal survey of transformer tap changers, busbar connections, disconnect switch contacts, and cable terminations for early fault detection in EHV and HV substations without live-line working exposure
• Distribution network inspection: aerial thermal inspection of 11 kV and 33 kV distribution lines, pole-mounted transformers, and consumer connection equipment for preventive maintenance scheduling

Solar and Wind Farms

Monitors solar panels for hotspots and wind turbines for thermal inconsistencies across India’s rapidly expanding renewable energy installed base:

• Solar PV aerial thermal inspection: thermal survey of utility-scale and C&I solar farms identifying hotspot cells, bypass diode failures, soiling patterns, and string anomalies from flight altitude, with MP4 and TIFF radiometric records for maintenance documentation — directly relevant to India’s National Solar Mission
• Wind turbine thermal inspection: aerial thermal inspection of turbine nacelles, gearbox enclosures, generator housings, and blade surfaces for bearing overheating, insulation faults, and structural anomaly detection
• Renewable energy asset management: GPS-tagged thermal inspection records integrated with asset management systems for maintenance scheduling and compliance documentation

Oil, Gas, and Pipelines

Detects leaks, insulation failures, and anomalies in pipelines, storage tanks, and process facility infrastructure:

• Pipeline integrity inspection: aerial thermal inspection of buried and surface pipelines for insulation degradation (cold spots from missing or damaged insulation), internal deposit formation, and external corrosion-related heat anomalies at oil & gas, refinery, and petrochemical facilities
• Storage tank farm inspection: thermal inspection of floating roof and fixed roof storage tanks for liquid level assessment, shell insulation integrity, and heating coil performance at refineries and LNG facilities
• Process facility maintenance: aerial thermal survey of refinery and petrochemical plant process vessels, heat exchangers, and fired equipment for insulation condition assessment and operational anomaly detection

Infrastructure and Construction

Assesses bridges, buildings, and industrial plants for structural and thermal irregularities using aerial thermography:

• Building envelope thermal survey: aerial thermal inspection of commercial and industrial building rooftops, facades, and curtain wall systems for insulation deficiency, moisture infiltration, and HVAC system performance assessment
• Bridge and infrastructure inspection: thermal imaging of bridge decks, concrete structures, and industrial plant steelwork for delamination, water ingress, and structural anomaly detection from UAV altitude without traffic disruption or access equipment
• Construction quality assurance: thermal inspection of building envelopes during construction for insulation installation quality and early detection of thermal bridging or moisture issues before finishing works cover the structure

Automotive and EV Manufacturing

Supports facility inspections, battery system monitoring, and production line thermal assessments at automotive and EV manufacturing plants:

• Large plant facility inspection: aerial thermal survey of automotive and EV plant rooftops, electrical infrastructure, and process areas for maintenance hotspot identification and energy audit documentation
• EV battery storage thermal monitoring: thermal inspection of battery storage and charging infrastructure for abnormal heat generation indicative of developing cell or connection faults
• Production line support: aerial thermal inspection of production floor electrical distribution and machinery enclosures in large manufacturing bays as a complement to ground-based thermal inspection

Aerospace and Defence

Provides aerial thermal reconnaissance and inspection of mission-critical assets and defence infrastructure:

• Defence infrastructure thermal inspection: aerial thermal survey of defence facility infrastructure, perimeter security systems, and equipment storage for maintenance and security monitoring
• Aerospace facility inspection: aerial thermal survey of aircraft hangars, maintenance facility rooftops, and ground support equipment for energy management and maintenance planning
• Emergency and security support: aerial thermal surveillance support for security operations, emergency response, and situational awareness in scenarios where WIRIS Pro’s utility-inspection capability is relevant

Research and Development

Offers universities, engineering colleges, and labs advanced aerial thermal data for environmental, engineering, and industrial studies:

• Environmental monitoring research: aerial thermal survey for land surface temperature, urban heat island, and infrastructure thermal performance studies at Indian research institutions
• Engineering research: aerial thermal data acquisition for structural health monitoring, materials science, and building physics research at IITs, NITs, and engineering colleges
• Industry collaboration research: joint industry-academic inspection research using WIRIS Pro thermal data for condition monitoring algorithm development and inspection methodology validation

United Spectrum Instruments is the authorised distributor of the Workswell WIRIS Pro thermal drone camera in India, offering complete sales and service support for utility, energy, and industrial inspection deployments.

Genuine Workswell WIRIS Pro Systems with Full Manufacturer Warranty

Genuine Workswell WIRIS Pro units with full manufacturer warranty, ensuring customers receive authentic, calibrated radiometric drone cameras with the thermal performance and integration support that professional utility and industrial inspection operations require.

Expert Consultation for Utility, Energy, and Industrial Inspection Applications

Expert consultation for utility, energy, and industrial inspection application design, including temperature range selection for each inspection target type, lens and resolution configuration, inspection flight protocol design for power lines, solar farms, pipelines, and buildings, and CorePlayer software setup for inspection reporting workflows.