The UpLine project concluded with a final workshop and system demonstrations held from 13 to 16 January 2026 at HEP’s Training and Education Center in Velika.
Over three days, the project team presented the final results of the UpLine project to colleagues from HEP-ODS, with a strong focus on autonomous inspection of overhead power lines using drones. The workshop combined live system demonstrations with open discussions about the current use of drones in inspections and the potential for future deployment within HEP.
An important part of the workshop was the exchange of practical experience. HEP-ODS employees shared valuable insights from their day-to-day use of drones in overhead line inspections, helping connect research results with real operational needs.
The UpLine team would like to thank the management of HEP-NOC Velika for their continuous support and for providing access to the testing grounds throughout the project. Special thanks go to Vanja Tomašek for coordinating the cooperation with HEP-ODS during the project.
The workshop marked a great conclusion to the project and an important step toward bringing research-based solutions closer to real-world application.