What’s Hot in Underwater Work at Dams and Hydro Plants
By CADC Admin ~ September 29th, 2014. Filed under: Latest Diving News.
Given the need to keep hydroelectric projects operating as much as possible, the alternative of using a remotely operated vehicle or diver to perform inspections and repairs opens a realm of opportunities and applications.
The use of divers and remotely operated vehicles (ROV) at hydroelectric facilities and dams can provide a cost-effective alternative to dewatering to perform inspection and/or maintenance work, as well as needed repairs. This is a wide-ranging field with many implications for hydro project owners. But what are the newest technologies and some interesting applications of these technologies? To answer these and other questions, we interviewed five companies that do underwater work at hydroelectric facilities. Read More
