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Field Notes from the Drone

Case studies, cleaning cadence guidance, and the engineering behind aerial solar maintenance, written by the DronePower1 crew.

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method

Soiling Loss, Explained: Turning Dirty Panels Into a Yield Model

How we estimate the kWh you're leaving on the roof, and how that becomes a quote.

Expected June 2026

method

Deionized Water vs. Detergent: Why DI Wins on Solar

Module warranty language, mineral residue, and the long-term cost of the wrong rinse.

Expected July 2026

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Quarterly vs. Semi-Annual Cleans for Commercial Arrays

Cadence math: dust load, kWh recovery, and the break-even on more frequent service.

Expected August 2026
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Deionized Water Helps prevent mineral spots on panel glass.
Clearer Panel Glass Removes dust and residue that can block sunlight.

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