Global Unmanned Ground Vehicles for Industrial Inspections Growth Opportunities

Enhancements in Autonomy Help Reduce Costs and Propel Adoption

The purpose of this study is to highlight the increasing adoption of unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) for industrial site inspections. Industrial sites encompass manufacturing facilities and storage locations. The inspection use case emphasized in this study refers to the collection of data related to the condition of both the building and the equipment at these locations.

Enhancements in artificial intelligence (AI) are helping enable autonomous inspections with unmanned systems, further reducing costs associated with inspector training and certifications. Additionally, the rising costs associated with Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) compliance have led several businesses to opt for unmanned solutions as a cost-effective alternative. Despite the lack of awareness among many industry participants, the adoption of unmanned systems for industrial site inspections is expected to rise at a higher rate compared to those designed for maritime and aerial domains.