Presenting Smart Building Cleaning UAV System at InnoEX 2025 to Jiangsu Enterprises
Presenting Smart Building Cleaning UAV System at InnoEX 2025 to Jiangsu Enterprises
HONG KONG, April 2025 — Our Lab, the Trustworthy Autonomous System (TAS) Lab at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, unveiled its groundbreaking Smart Building Cleaning UAV System at InnoEX 2025, Asia’s premier innovation and technology expo on April 14th, 2025. The system, demonstrated to a delegation of enterprise leaders from Jiangsu Province, China, promises to revolutionize high-rise building maintenance through autonomous aerial robotics, aligning with national goals for smart city development and low-altitude economy growth.
This approval enables TAS Lab to conduct a series of real-world unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) trials across critical zones in Hong Kong, positioning the lab at the forefront of aerial robotics, low-altitude applications, and smart city integration.
Key Features and Demonstration
The system showcased at InnoEX 2025 includes:
-AI-Powered Navigation: SLAM (Simultaneous Localization and Mapping) technology for obstacle avoidance in complex urban terrain.
-Adaptive Cleaning Modules: Water-efficient, chemical-free spray systems adjustable for glass, concrete, and solar panels.
-Real-Time Structural Health Monitoring: Onboard sensors detect cracks, corrosion, or thermal leaks, transmitting data to facility managers.
-Low-Altitude Compliance: Operates within Hong Kong’s 300-foot AGL regulatory framework, validated through the LAE Regulatory Sandbox.
Strategic Interest from Jiangsu Enterprises
Jiangsu, home to over 60% of China’s skyscrapers above 200 meters, represents a key market for the technology. During the event, Nanjing Smart City Group and Suzhou Industrial Park Authority expressed intent to pilot the system for maintaining commercial towers and industrial facilities.
Mr. Wei Zhang, CEO of Nanjing Smart City Group, remarked:
“Hong Kong’s expertise in autonomous systems complements Jiangsu’s infrastructure needs. This UAV solution could reduce rooftop maintenance costs by 40% while enhancing worker safety—a win for our ESG goals.”
Next Steps: Cross-Boundary Collaboration
Building on the LAE Sandbox trials, TAS Lab plans:
-Joint Pilots: Deploy UAVs in Jiangsu’s Nanjing CBD and Suzhou Industrial Park in Q1 2026.
-Regulatory Alignment: Work with Mainland authorities to harmonize UAV operations across the Greater Bay Area.
-AI Expansion: Integrate generative AI for predictive maintenance scheduling based on sensor data. <!– ## Project Scope and Locations
The approved project runs from January 2 to December 30, 2025, and includes UAV operations at:
- Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks (HKSTP)
- Gleneagles Hospital Hong Kong (GHK)
- Hong Kong-Shenzhen Innovation and Technology Park (HSITP)
These locations were chosen for their strategic importance in innovation, healthcare logistics, and cross-boundary technological collaboration. All operations will be conducted within the regulatory limit of 300 feet above ground level (AGL) and under strict safety protocols. –>
For more about the Low-altitude Economy Regulatory Sandbox, visit TLB’s official website.