Smart Pipe Inspection Robot With In-Chassis Motor Actuation Design and Integrated AI-Powered Defect Detection System

In the contemporary world, inspection operations have become a critical component of infrastructure maintenance. Over the years, the demand for comprehensive inspection of pipes, both internally and externally, has grown increasingly complex and challenging. Consequently, there is a pressing need fo...

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Published in:IEEE access 2024, Vol.12, p.119520-119534
Main Authors: Zholtayev, Darkhan, Dauletiya, Daniyar, Tileukulova, Aisulu, Akimbay, Dias, Nursultan, Manat, Bushanov, Yersaiyn, Kuzdeuov, Askat, Yeshmukhametov, Azamat
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Language:English
Subjects:
Computational modeling
defect detection
Image edge detection
Inpipe robot
Inspection
Machine learning
pipe inspection
robot design
Robots
Sensors
Simultaneous localization and mapping
SLAM
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Summary:In the contemporary world, inspection operations have become a critical component of infrastructure maintenance. Over the years, the demand for comprehensive inspection of pipes, both internally and externally, has grown increasingly complex and challenging. Consequently, there is a pressing need for significant advancements in in-pipe robots, particularly in the areas of inspection speed, defect detection precision, and overall reliability. Recent developments in new devices and sensors have markedly improved our capability to inspect and diagnose defects within pipes with greater accuracy. Furthermore, the application of machine learning tools has optimized the inspection process, enhancing the detection and recognition of potential pipe defects, such as rust, blockages, and welding anomalies. This research introduces a novel mobile robot platform specifically designed for pipe inspection. It integrates an advanced machine learning model that effectively detects and identifies key pipe defects, including rust, compromised welding quality, and pipe deformation. Additionally, this platform offers enhancements in inspection speed. The integration of these technologies represents a significant stride in the field of infrastructure maintenance, setting a new standard for efficiency and precision in pipe inspection.
ISSN:2169-3536
2169-3536
DOI:10.1109/ACCESS.2024.3450502