Unmanned Aerial Vehicles as an Effective Tool in the Inspection of Bridge Structures

Statement of the problem. In today's world, technologies are rapidly being introduced into various spheres of our lives, providing new opportunities and increasing the efficiency of various processes. One such technology is unmanned aerial vehicles, which are gaining more and more popularity in the field of engineering and construction. Drones prove to be extremely useful in surveying bridge structures, where safety and efficiency are critical factors. The purpose of the article is to consider the advantages of using unmanned aerial vehicles in the process of inspecting bridge structures and their impact on improving the safety and productivity of this process, photo materials of the state of some bridge structures on the territory of Ukraine are given Conclusions. Conclusions. In the modern world, one of the most relevant ways to obtain information is unmanned aerial vehicles. Their use, with artificial intelligence technologies, is one of the most effective tools in the inspection of bridge structures. Together, they can quickly inspect the object and accurately determine the possible dimensions of damage according to the built three-dimensional model. The data obtained from the object of inspection allow you to manage resources and rationally plan the maintenance and repair of bridge structures. The quality and pace of inspection of both underwater and ground parts of bridge supports are improving. The UAV is capable of inspecting more than 70 km of the flight route in an hour. Drones are a very effective tool for surveying bridge structures, but it is important to be aware of their limitations and solve related problems based on the specific conditions and requirements of the project. It is easier to analyze and evaluate damaged structures as there is a real picture of the survey, taken from a height of some meters.