Mahanadi Coalfields Limited Introduces ‘VIHANGAM’ Drone Technology And Latest Safety Equipment

Mahanadi Coalfields Limited Introduces ‘VIHANGAM’ Drone Technology And Latest Safety Equipment

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Category : Science and Tech Published on: February 06 2023

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  • Mahanadi Coalfields Ltd (MCL), the premier CPSE under the Ministry of Coal has introduced drone technology in coal mines by launching a web- based portal VIHANGAM along with a drone and ground control system.
  • There is a control station that flies the drone and the system can be operated through the portal from anywhere. This pilot project is at present operational at Bhubaneswari and Lingraj opencast mines of Talcher Coalfields.
  • In 2021, the Aviation Ministry permitted the CMPDI (Central Mine Planning and Design Institute) to use drone technology in the coal fields of India.
  • Apart from drone technology, the MCL also introduced a Robotic Nozzle Water Sprayer. 
  • The robot is used in dust suppression and fire fighting. The robot can reach heights of 70 meters and spray water in the form of mist. It also has a rotating nozzle. Its tank capacity of 28 kilolitres.
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