10kV Terminal Pole – Critical UAV Inspection Requirements

Simon.Srizfly
November 14, 2025
10:28 am
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Terminal poles anchor the end of a distribution line and integrate multiple electrical components such as transformers, arresters, and fuse cutouts. This page provides a detailed checklist of UAV inspection items to ensure equipment integrity and stable end-point operation.

Serial Number	Inspection points	Shooting quality requirements	Software checkpoint screenshot
1	Full Pole View	Capture a complete and clear view of the pole, ensuring the full structure and tower angles are accurately distinguishable.	Drone simulator screenshot showing the full view of a 10kV terminal pole tower used in power line inspection training.
2	Pole Number Plate	Ensure the pole number plate is clearly identifiable.	Close-up view of the identification number plate on a 10kV terminal pole in drone inspection simulation.
3	Pole Foundation	Clearly show the ground conditions around the foundation area.	Base structure of a 10kV terminal pole captured in UAV power line inspection simulator.
4	Fuse Cutout I	Clearly capture small components such as bolts, nuts, locking pins, and fuse cutout parts. When components obstruct each other, take photos from multiple angles.	First fuse device on a 10kV terminal pole shown in UAV electrical inspection training software.
5	Fuse Cutout II	Clearly capture small components such as bolts, nuts, locking pins, and fuse cutout parts. When components obstruct each other, take photos from multiple angles.	Second fuse device on a 10kV terminal pole displayed in drone power operation simulation.
6	Switch – Overall View	Clearly capture the overall appearance and condition of the switch.	Overall view of the switch assembly on a 10kV terminal pole in drone power inspection simulator.
7	Switch – Details	Clearly capture bolts, nuts, locking pins, and detailed components of the switch. Take multi-angle photos when parts are obstructed.	Detailed view of the switch components on a 10kV terminal pole captured in UAV simulation.
8	Disconnect Switch I	Clearly capture bolts, nuts, locking pins, and detailed parts of the disconnect switch. Take multi-angle photos when components overlap.	First disconnector on a 10kV terminal pole displayed in UAV power line inspection training.
9	Disconnect Switch II	Clearly capture bolts, nuts, locking pins, and detailed parts of the disconnect switch. Take multi-angle photos when components overlap.	Second disconnector on a 10kV terminal pole captured in drone simulator for electric operations.
10	Disconnect Switch III	Clearly capture bolts, nuts, locking pins, and detailed parts of the disconnect switch. Take multi-angle photos when components overlap.	Third disconnector of a 10kV terminal pole shown in UAV inspection simulation.
11	Disconnect Switch IV	Clearly capture bolts, nuts, locking pins, and detailed parts of the disconnect switch. Take multi-angle photos when components overlap.	Fourth disconnector on a 10kV terminal pole captured in drone-based power training environment.
12	Right Insulator	Clearly capture bolts, nuts, locking pins, insulators, and other small hardware. Use multiple angles if components obstruct each other.	Right-side insulator of a 10kV terminal pole displayed in drone power inspection software.
13	Left Insulator	Clearly capture bolts, nuts, locking pins, insulators, and other small hardware. Use multiple angles if components obstruct each other.	Left-side insulator of a 10kV terminal pole shown in UAV electrical line simulation.
14	Top of Insulator	Capture with front lighting at a 20° downward angle to clearly show the crossarm, clamp structure, and bolts.	Top insulator assembly of a 10kV terminal pole captured in drone simulation training.
15	Top of Switch	Clearly capture bolts, nuts, locking pins, and top components of the switch. Use multiple angles if components obstruct each other.	Top-mounted switch of a 10kV terminal pole displayed in UAV-based power inspection simulator.
16	Large-Number Side Corridor	Keep the tower head level and capture a complete corridor overview facing the large-number side.	Large side channel view of a 10kV terminal pole in UAV power line inspection simulation.