Last week the Business Network for Offshore Wind hosted Big Data, AI, and Blockchain Event hosted by Business Network for Offshore Wind to highlight the benefits of digital innovation within the offshore wind industry.
Dr. Ali Asmari, Program Manager at ULC Robotics, was invited to speak on the topic of driving innovative technologies and processes to reduce O&M costs. Dr. Asmari delivered an in-depth explanation of how data influences decision-making and increases efficiencies, as well as the potential for unmanned aerial systems (UAS) to affordably capture, process, and report useful findings. Post-capture via UAS, he explained, the industry can enhance their data through the use of AI and Machine Learning for improved productivity, safer operations, and reduced environmental impact.