Automated Pipeline Inspection (AUT)
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Active 7 weeks ago
Welcome to [NDT Inspection Portal]’s automated pipeline inspection group, a place for professionals... View more
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Group Description
Welcome to [NDT Inspection Portal]’s automated pipeline inspection group, a place for professionals to connect and discuss the latest techniques and technologies in automated pipeline inspection.
Automated pipeline inspection is a specialized technique that involves the use of advanced sensors, cameras, and robotics to perform non-destructive testing (NDT) on pipelines. It is an important aspect of ensuring the integrity and reliability of pipelines in various industries, including oil and gas, water and wastewater, and transportation.
Automated pipeline inspection involves the use of specialized equipment and technologies to perform NDT on pipelines without the need for human intervention. This can improve the efficiency and accuracy of pipeline inspection and reduce the risk of human error. Automated pipeline inspection is often used in conjunction with other NDT methods, such as ultrasonic testing and radiographic testing, to provide a comprehensive evaluation of the pipeline.
Our member group offers a platform for sharing knowledge and best practices on automated pipeline inspection and its applications in various industries. Join our community of experts from around the world and be a part of the conversation on advancing the practice of automated pipeline inspection and its applications in the field of NDT and inspection. Whether you are new to automated pipeline inspection or an experienced professional, you’ll find valuable resources and a welcoming community in our group.
Reply To: Pipeline AUT and Tolerances
As we can see there has been no response on this subject, in particular there has been not references forwarded regarding techniques using amplitude that can size a near surface defect accurately to within 0.3mm every time regardless of varying pipe wall thicknesses, defect orientation and slight changes in band position. However there is an AUT company (and consultant) at present that is boasting this sizing accuracy anyway, their sales personnel are passing this info on to their perspective clients. Now considering recent events involving said AUT Company and AUT Consultant I find it strange that they would continue to boast something they can not achieve. If I am wrong about what I have written please correct me.
For the moment I believe the average sizing error for ANY system out there is +/- 1mm using amplitude sizing, again if I am wrong PLEASE correct me. We all know that amplitude sizing policies (not techniques) are a guess at best, why do we continue to allow information to be passed around that we know to be incorrect, fiction if told often enough will become the truth.