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Nextracker just made yet another bold move…
What if a robot could detect a solar failure before it happens - and build the repair plan to deploy the right resources to the precise location, in real time?
“The robot doesn’t just inspect -it thinks, prioritizes, and builds the work plan for you.” - Derek Chase
That’s not science fiction. It’s what OnSight Technology is already doing on numerous utility-scale solar farms across the US. And Nextracker have officially acquired OnSight Technology! So, if you’re here because you’re asking yourself “What the heck? Why did NXT Buy this company, and what do they actually do?!” then you’re in luck!
In this exclusive episode—recorded before the news dropped—we sat down with Derek Chase, Founder & CEO of OnSight, at their HQ in Sacramento, CA for an inside peek at the autonomous robotics platform that just made headlines.
From the Bulldog robot that scans sites with 3D vision and thermal imaging to the OwlCam that detects smoke and fire in real-time, OnSight is setting the standard for predictive, AI-powered solar O&M. But I believe that Derek and his team of NASA Scientists are up to much more than just optimizing solar.
It’s not just impressive tech—it’s a full-stack solution that saves developers, EPCs, and asset owners millions in avoidable losses.
If you care about the future of solar performance (Or are just curious about the tech behind Nextracker’s latest acquisition), this is a must-listen.
Expect to hear:
🔹 What makes OnSight such a valuable acquisition
🔹 How AI + robotics are revolutionizing fault detection and fire prevention
🔹 The ROI of predictive maintenance—and how it’s deployed at scale
🔹 How OnSight built a robotics ops team using Xbox controllers and Starlink
This is one of the most forward-looking conversations we’ve had on SunCast—and now, it’s breaking news.
🎧 Hit play and learn how the future of asset management has arrived.
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“We’ve scanned 400,000 connectors with thermal imaging and GPS in a single sweep.” - Derek Chase
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