Liberaware and Morphing I: A Strategic Partnership to Revolutionize Water Infrastructure Inspection
In a significant move toward enhancing water infrastructure management,
Liberaware, a Japanese drone technology company based in Chiba, has entered into a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with
Morphing I, a South Korean company specializing in AI and robotics for water pipeline inspection. This collaboration aims to merge their respective strengths and accelerate the development of efficient solutions for infrastructure management in the water sector.
Background and Aims
Liberaware is renowned for its specialized drone technology, particularly its
IBIS2, which is designed for inspections in confined spaces. This drone represents one of the world's smallest inspection devices capable of improving infrastructure maintenance and safety. In contrast, Morphing I focuses on automating water pipeline inspections through AI-driven robotics. They possess advanced capabilities in detecting structural defects within pipes, creating 3D data representations, and providing automated reporting services.
The MOU signifies a commitment from both companies to leverage their technologies and expertise to boost the effectiveness of water pipeline inspection solutions while expanding their market reach.
Collaborative Efforts
The partnership outlines various areas of collaboration, including:
- - Joint Marketing Activities: Engaging in collaborative marketing efforts targeting both the South Korean and Japanese markets.
- - Product Information Sharing: Exchanging vital product-related information to optimize their offerings.
- - Promotional Activities: Conducting joint promotional campaigns to enhance visibility and market presence.
- - Co-Development of Products and Services: Engaging in collaborative research and development for innovative product solutions.
Future Prospects
Looking ahead, the companies plan to focus on improving the efficiency and safety of inspections concerning social infrastructure in both South Korea and Japan. By integrating Liberaware's expertise in drone technology for confined spaces with Morphing I's advanced AI analysis techniques and reporting solutions, they aim to introduce a new generation of smart inspection models. These models will be applicable for municipalities, public enterprises, and private facilities, showcasing wide-ranging utility.
Understanding Morphing I
Morphing I, established in January 2021 and led by CEO
Kim Kiyoung, is based in Seoul and has established itself as a leader in the automation of water infrastructure inspection and management. With innovative AI vision, 3D recognition, and robotics technology, Morphing I provides solutions for detecting internal pipe defects, analyzing data, and optimizing maintenance processes. For more information, visit their official website at
Morphing I.
Understanding Liberaware
Founded in August 2016, Liberaware operates with a mission to create a safe society for all. They specialize in the development of drones designed for inspections in narrow, dark, and hazardous indoor environments. Their solutions involve analyzing image data collected by these drones and providing infrastructure inspection and maintenance services. With a commitment to visualizing unseen risks, Liberaware is dedicated to realizing a safe and peaceful society. Learn more about them at
Liberaware and follow their updates on
X.
Through this partnership, both companies are poised to make substantial contributions to the future of water infrastructure inspection, blending cutting-edge technology with practical applications.