São Paulo, Brazil – 26 October 2026 – RES, the world’s largest independent renewable energy company, has made its Smart Pilot turbine blade inspection technology available for smaller drones, including the DJI Matrice 4E. These smaller drones cost less than their larger counterparts and deliver comparable image quality in good…
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3DX™ Wind turbine blade inspection - built for growing fleets.
3DX connects drone blade inspection, AI-driven damage analysis and repair planning in one platform. From a single turbine to a fleet of hundreds.
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What 3DX™ can do
3DX connects wind turbine inspections, damage analytics and repair planning in a single blade inspection platform – turning blade and component data into structured, actionable insights.
Use it standalone or combine it with inspection services from RES, your own teams or third-party providers. With 3DX you can:
- enable blade condition monitoring and track fleet trends
- analyse blade damage and detect emerging issues
- prioritise repairs using data-driven insights
- plan and manage repair campaigns
- coordinate field execution and track repair progress
- maintain a lifetime record of blades and repairs
Beyond blades, 3DX can also support inspections of other turbine components, including towers and anti-icing systems, with thermographic and visual data.
Our proven technology and expertise give you the confidence that we can deliver tangible results.
80%
time saving on blade inspections
1.6 M
blade defect database
200,000+
blades inspected with 3DX™
Why 3DX™?
3DX connects inspection data, wind turbine blade analytics and repair workflows in one platform - giving operators clear visibility across their fleets and the insight to make better maintenance decisions.
Creating efficiencies
Automated inspections enable quick setup with minimal manpower, generating reusable plans for frequent use.
AI-powered blade inspection
High-quality imaging and AI tools provide fast, detailed damage assessments and reports.
Trusted data security
Built on ISO 27001:2022-certified technology, 3DX™ gives you confidence that your turbine data is managed with the highest standards of security, governance and reliability.
How blade inspection data is captured
3DX integrates advanced drone inspection technology to capture high-quality blade data.
Blade inspection data can be collected using automated inspections with 3DX Autopilot or self-performed inspections with 3DX SmartPilot.
Both inspection models feed inspection data directly into the 3DX platform.
3DX Autopilot
Automated drone inspections
3DX Autopilot performs fully automated drone inspections of wind turbine blades.
Automated flight paths ensure consistent and repeatable image capture across turbines and wind farms.
- fully automated inspection workflow
- fastest inspection turnaround times
- repeatable inspections with consistent image framing
- market-leading image quality
- suitable for onshore and offshore wind farms
3DX SmartPilot
Self-inspection with your own team
3DX SmartPilot lets operators run their own blade inspections in-house. It runs on standard, off-the-shelf drones , now including smaller drones, so teams can inspect more often and at lower cost, without bringing in an external crew each time.
- cost-efficient inspections with your own team
- flexible inspection scheduling
- quick deployment and operator training
- increased operational control
- runs on standard, off-the-shelf drones, with no proprietary system
From inspection to insight
3DX transforms inspection data into structured insights to support maintenance and fleet performance. Teams can understand blade and turbine component condition, prioritise repairs, and plan maintenance campaigns, with AI-driven recommendations that enable transparent, data-driven decisions from inspection to completed repair.
Fleet-level blade visibility
3DX provides a clear overview of blade condition across wind farms. Within the platform you can track blade damage, monitor repair status, analyse fleet-wide blade trends and support maintenance planning.
Smarter repairs, better decisions
3DX transforms inspection data into actionable repair campaigns through its Service Action Module. AI-driven algorithms calculate a priority score for each blade and recommend repair actions – generated automatically or manually.
Technicians execute repairs via mobile app, uploading photos and documentation even offline. Progress is tracked in real time, with built-in QA and verification steps ensuring every repair meets standards. Centralised repair and inspection data gives operators full fleet visibility, supporting better decisions and more efficient maintenance planning.
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How can operators ensure consistent blade inspection results across a wind fleet?
Ensuring consistent inspection results requires standardised data capture, repeatable workflows and a centralised way to compare inspection data across assets. This helps operators maintain visibility and make reliable decisions at fleet level.
Can wind farm operators build in-house blade inspection capabilities?
Yes, many operators are moving towards self-inspection using drones and digital tools. Platforms like 3DX support this by enabling structured workflows, data management and scalable inspection processes.
What are the operational benefits of self-performing blade inspections with 3DX SmartPilot?
Self-performed inspections with 3DX SmartPilot give operators more control over scheduling, reduce reliance on external providers and lower inspection costs. They also enable more frequent inspections and faster access to inspection data for maintenance decisions.
How do operators turn blade inspection data into actionable maintenance decisions?
Inspection data creates value when it is structured, analysed and translated into clear maintenance actions. Platforms like 3DX help operators move from raw inspection data to prioritised repair decisions.
Why is managing blade inspection data across multiple providers difficult?
Inspection data is often spread across different tools, formats and service providers, making it difficult to compare results over time or across a fleet. A centralised platform helps standardise inspection data and creates a single, usable view.
How can blade inspection data be connected to maintenance planning and repair execution?
Inspection data is most valuable when it directly informs maintenance planning and repair execution. Platforms like 3DX connect inspection insights with repair planning and workflows, enabling faster and more consistent action.
Is there software to centralise and analyse blade inspection data?
Yes, platforms like 3DX centralise blade inspection data, automate analysis and provide a single source of truth for condition monitoring and maintenance planning.
Can 3DX be integrated with existing inspection providers and workflows?
Yes, 3DX is platform-agnostic and can be integrated with existing inspection providers, internal teams and data sources. This allows operators to build on their current setup without disruption or vendor lock-in.
What drones does 3DX SmartPilot work with?
3DX SmartPilot runs on standard, off-the-shelf DJI drones, with no proprietary hardware to buy. It works with larger models such as the DJI Matrice 350 RTK and Matrice 400, and now also with the smaller, lower-cost DJI Matrice 4E. Teams can start with equipment they already know how to operate.
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