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There is a vital need to revamp the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for pipeline inspection; which to this day, is being performed manually in even big organizations, slow, cumbersome & at great risk to human life.
Project Mission
Project Mission
“To design an automatic pipeline inspection robot that can maneuver through pipe bends and inspect Above Ground Installation (AGI) pipelines in less time with greater accuracy.”
Design Concept I
Design Concept I
Gripping Type Mechanism.
Combination of springs used for adjusting to the wheel diameters.
Actuated by electromagnets deployed at necessary positions.
Design Concept II
Design Concept II
Grip & Move Mechanism
Gripping of pipes by clampers, which were linearly actuated
Drive provided by wheel mounted motors.
Design Concept III
Design Concept III
Adaptation of in-pipe robots
Design Concept IV
Design Concept IV
Adjustable angle of wrap for horizontal & vertical pipes.
Ability to overcome pipe joints and all bend types.
Spring & lead screw mechanism for slider expansion.
Spring Mechanism for clamping forces.
Selected concept as per weighted matrix approach.
Final CAD Design based on the finalized Design Concept IV
Fabricated Model
" From ideation to realization. Have a look at our entire journey."
Let's hear from the experts!
Let's hear from the experts!
"This product, if materialized will be extremely beneficial in our present compressor station, where it currently takes a week's time.
The product looks promising and industry-ready."
Mr. Sudipta, Gen Manager, GAIL (India) Limited
" Small and Medium process enterprises can use this tech in the near future. A very cost-efficient and Made in India solution for real industry challenges."
Mr. Partho, Site Director, Pipeline Infrastructure Limited
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