Qiuping Ma

University of Electronic Science and Technology of China

Papers

Total Citations

217

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About

Dr. Qiuping Ma is a leading authority in pipeline integrity and inspection technology, with a career dedicated to ensuring the safe transport of critical energy resources. Her primary research areas encompass non-destructive evaluation, in-line inspection (ILI) instrumentation, and advanced data management for pipeline infrastructure. Dr. Ma’s most influential contribution is her comprehensive work on pipeline in-line inspection methods, instrumentation, and data management, which has garnered over 217 citations. This seminal paper addresses the critical challenge of detecting and managing damage—from environmental electrochemical reactions to welding defects—across diverse pipeline environments. Her research provides a systematic framework for integrating sensor technologies with robust data analytics, enabling more accurate defect characterization and risk assessment. Beyond this landmark publication, Dr. Ma’s work has significantly advanced the reliability of energy transportation networks, helping to prevent catastrophic failures and reduce environmental risks. Her contributions are essential reading for engineers and researchers in pipeline safety, offering both theoretical foundations and practical solutions for maintaining the world’s aging pipeline infrastructure.