Drone-assisted inspection robots represent 48.0%, visual & thermal imaging 45.0% in 2026. The powerline inspection robots market was valued at USD 659.0988 million in 2025, is estimated at USD 760.6 million in 2026, is projected to reach USD 3185.8 million by 2036 and is forecast to post a 15.4% CAGR between 2026 and 2036.