Multifunctional Grid Node for Drone Inspection

The multifunctional grid node is a low‑altitude operational infrastructure designed to support the routine inspection of power‑grid drones. It integrates capabilities such as automated takeoff and landing with charging, dedicated‑network communication, edge computing, micro‑meteorological sensing, and remote control. These nodes can be flexibly deployed along transmission lines, at substations, and near critical facilities, accommodating rotary‑wing drones from multiple manufacturers weighing 5–30 kg. They enable cross‑node communication and seamless roaming, relay‑based extended endurance, and real‑time backhaul of mission data, thereby providing continuous, secure, and unattended operational support for long‑distance line patrols, emergency surveys, and other missions.