Flyability, the market leader in confined space drone inspections, has announced a new flammable gas sensor for its flagship drone, the Elios 3. This new sensor is a safety tool that provides a real-time warning of combustible gasses when mounted on the Elios 3. This sensor was created in partnership with NevadaNano, a leader in advanced gas detection technology with 20 years of experience. 

The flammable gas sensor can detect over 14 common combustible gasses with a resolution of 0.1% lower explosive limit (LEL). The sensor is designed to detect both the gas class it is exposed to and the concentration in a confined space, giving greater awareness of the atmospheric condition. This adds an important layer of safety but does not certify the drone as ATEX rated. Flyability has designed this sensor to be a safety marker, allowing pilots to determine if there is a dangerous gas present and react accordingly. This sensor thus complements existing safety measures related to flammable gasses. The live in-flight reading gives the pilot critical data for making an informed decision. 

The flammable gas sensor’s real-time warnings empower the Elios 3 to reach higher safety standards through hazard detection. This gives pilots peace of mind as well as helps them determine the level of danger in a confined space, which can be a deciding factor on whether to stop the inspection and send a safety team or continue gathering data safely. This sensor is a valuable addition to the Elios 3’s payload portfolio in key industries including oil and gas, sewers, power generation, and mining. 

“The new sensor is a way for us to help pilots of the Elios 3 fly more safely. When our drones are flown into hazardous spaces they can be faced with combustible atmospheres that are not easy to detect from outside. The flammable gas sensor means that we can give pilots real-time awareness when they fly in complex environments - and help make their missions safer.” - Patrick Thévoz, CEO of Flyability 

"We are thrilled to partner with Flyability in bringing our advanced gas detection technology to their innovative Elios 3 drone. The trademarked MPS sensor's accuracy in detecting a wide range of combustible gases and its immunity to saturation and poisoning are key to increasing safety in hazardous environments. By combining our state-of-the-art sensor with Flyability’s cutting-edge drone technology, we’re setting new safety standards for high-risk industries, ensuring that workers can rely on precise real-time data in some of the most dangerous confined spaces." - Karl Roberts, European Sales Director, NevadaNano

The new flammable gas sensor will be available for users of the Elios 3 by the end of 2024. Flyability is hosting a webinar on November 12th at 16:00 CET featuring demonstrations of the sensor and a presentation from Flyability’s product team. With this new release, Flyability offers pilots of the Elios 3 greater situational awareness and the ability to reach higher safety standards in the most complex environments. 

About Flyability: Flyability, a Swiss drone manufacturer, is focused on eliminating the need for humans to undertake dangerous jobs. Their advanced drones and software solutions enable safer, faster, and more cost-effective inspections across various industries, including oil & gas, maritime, chemical, cement, mining, water & wastewater, and nuclear. In 2023, Flyability launched the Elios 3, its latest drone, which currently supports three payloads: UT measurement, radiation detection, and surveying, in addition to its new flammable gas sensor. Headquartered in Paudex, Lausanne, Flyability also has offices in China, Singapore, and the USA.

Source: Flyability