Automated Pile Driving Monitoring Powered by Computer Vision
Replace manual blow count logging with real-time, camera-based monitoring. Get accurate penetration data on every blow — no sensors on the pile required.
The Problem We Solve
Pile driving monitoring hasn't changed in decades. We're fixing that.
The Problem
- Manual blow count logging is error-prone and labor-intensive
- No real-time insight into pile driving performance
- Existing PDA strain gauge solutions cost $50K+ per setup
- Requires trained specialists to operate and interpret data
Our Solution
- Camera-based system using AprilTag tracking
- Automatically measures blow count and penetration per blow
- No sensors mounted on the pile — fully non-contact
- Real-time data accessible to any site engineer
How It Works
Three simple steps to automated pile driving monitoring
Mount the Camera
Position the Luxonis OAK-D Pro PoE camera with a clear line of sight to the piling rig. Industrial-grade IP67 housing handles any job site condition.
Attach the AprilTag
Place a printed AprilTag marker on the hammer assembly. No wiring, no sensors — just a simple visual marker that our system tracks with sub-millimeter precision.
Monitor in Real-Time
PileVision tracks every blow, logs penetration depth per blow, and generates your pile driving log automatically. Anomalies like refusal or soft soil are flagged instantly.
See It in Action
Watch PileVision track blow counts and penetration in real-time
Key Features
Everything you need for modern pile driving monitoring
Real-Time Blow Count
Every hammer strike is detected and logged automatically with precise timestamps.
Penetration Tracking
Measure penetration depth per blow with sub-millimeter accuracy using depth sensing.
No Pile-Mounted Sensors
Fully non-contact monitoring. Just a camera and an AprilTag — no wiring on the pile.
Industrial-Grade Hardware
IP67-rated OAK-D Pro camera with PoE connectivity — built for harsh job sites.
Automated Pile Driving Logs
Generate complete pile driving records automatically — no clipboard, no paperwork.
Anomaly Detection
Instant warnings for refusal, soft soil, or pile integrity issues based on penetration patterns.
How We Compare
PileVision vs existing pile driving monitoring methods
| PileVision | PDA Strain Gauge | Manual Logging | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Setup Cost | ~$1K | $50K+ | ~$0 |
| Setup Time | 3 min | Hours | Minutes |
| Real-Time Data | |||
| Accuracy | High | Very High | Low |
| Specialist Required | |||
| Non-Contact | |||
| Automated Logging | Partial | ||
| Anomaly Detection |
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Interested in piloting PileVision on your job site? Let's talk.