Pipeline Inspection for Corrosion using a Mobile Robotic Systems

摘要

Pipelines are constructed to transport all kinds of fluids. Accidents have occurred from toxic fluid leaks owing to the cracks and corrosion of pipelines, wreaking havoc on plants, animals and humans. One very effective way of doing this is to perform regular inspection of pipelines. This paper presents the design, development and testing of a pipeline inspection robot. The robot was built using an autonomous mobile robot, ultrasound sensors and a buzzer. The robot is initially placed at the entrance of the pipe before it is switched on.