Measuring the volume of industrial scrap piles is a recurring challenge in the industrial sector, particularly in contexts where waste management directly impacts operational efficiency, costs, and sustainability. Despite its importance, this process still largely relies on conventional surveying methods, which are time-consuming, require specialized personnel, and present limitations in terms of safety and data collection frequency.

In this context, the adoption of innovative technological solutions becomes essential. The use of drones equipped with LiDAR sensors and photogrammetry systems enables the acquisition of high-resolution three-dimensional data in a faster and safer manner.

The application of these technologies to scrap volume measurement represents a significant step toward the digitalization of industrial processes, promoting greater efficiency, improved operational control, and data-driven decision-making.

 

Objectives:

1. Validate the accuracy of drone-based measurements (LiDAR and photogrammetry) against traditional surveying methods.

2. Assess time reductions in data collection and processing using the new approach.

3. Demonstrate safety improvements by reducing operator exposure to hazardous industrial environments.

4. Integrate the collected data into existing digital systems, promoting process automation.

5. Identify limitations and opportunities for improvement under real operational conditions.

6. Quantify the economic and environmental benefits of the solution, supporting sustainability and data-driven decision-making.

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PileDrone is a project developed within the framework of the “Rede Nacional de Test Beds”, in partnership with The Navigator Company, and supported by the PRR.