The Israel Electric Corporation has introduced what it describes as the world’s first drone‑mounted robotic system capable of installing and removing aviation warning balls on high‑voltage transmission lines. The system replaces traditional methods that relied on helicopters and elevated work platforms, marking a significant shift in national grid maintenance.

Developed with Israeli company Kronos, the drone carries a specialized robotic mechanism that attaches redesigned orange warning markers to ground wires at heights between 20 and 70 meters. These markers are required to alert low‑flying aircraft, particularly in flat agricultural regions, and must be regularly installed and replaced due to grid expansion and environmental wear.

By enabling ground operators to complete installations without direct contact with live wires, the technology reduces safety risks and operational costs. Company officials say the system will gradually replace older methods, streamline logistics, and improve efficiency, while also offering export potential in the growing field of automated grid maintenance.