Raptor Maps develops AI-powered software that utilizes drone technology and digital twins to monitor and optimize the performance of solar assets throughout their lifecycle. The platform enables operators to identify equipment defects, power loss drivers, and safety risks, preventing revenue loss and minimizing downtime.
Funding
$62.2M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Solar power plants face challenges in maintaining optimal performance due to equipment defects, environmental factors, and the need for frequent inspections. Traditional methods of monitoring solar assets are often time-consuming, costly, and lack the precision needed to identify and address issues promptly, leading to revenue loss and increased downtime.
Solution
Raptor Maps offers an AI-powered software platform that leverages drone technology and digital twins to provide comprehensive monitoring and optimization of solar assets throughout their lifecycle. The platform enables operators to identify and classify equipment defects, power loss drivers, fire and safety risks, and erosion and runoff issues at scale. By providing precise GPS locations of anomalies and advanced analytics, Raptor Maps facilitates targeted optimization strategies, minimizes revenue loss, and improves on-site work management.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes independent power producers (IPPs), utilities, O&M providers, EPCs, developers, and financiers involved in solar asset management.
Features
- AI-powered analytics for identifying and classifying anomalies, including cell-level defects, diode failures, and vegetation encroachment
- Digital twin technology that creates a virtual replica of the solar plant, aggregating data from various sources for user-friendly analysis
- Autonomous drone integration for automated data collection and site monitoring
- Erosion and SWPPP (Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan) inspection capabilities to ensure environmental compliance
- Mobile app for on-site task management, enabling efficient remediation and quality control
- API for seamless integration with existing data systems and workflows
- Reporting tools for benchmarking asset health and performance across portfolios