Chapter 1 - Introduction

Chapter 1 - Introduction

external leak detection systems

internal leak detection systems

Leak detection

leaks

ruptures

spills

Petroleum pipelines are virtually everywhere. They are buried, constructed above the ground, and under water, including in the oceans and seas. Historically, these pipelines have been shown to develop leaks. Leak detection systems, which are the focus of this book, have been designed, implemented, operated, and maintained in an effort to detect when these leaks occur so the owner/operator can respond in a timely manner. This book focuses on pipelines used by the petroleum industry, yet many of the various aspects of this book are applicable to other pipeline infrastructures. This chapter provides a historical look at the development of pipelines and leak detection systems. It identifies how leak detection systems play an important role in spill consequence mitigation and, subsequently, corporate risks.

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Henrie, Morgan

Carpenter, Philip

Nicholas, R. Edward

Pipeline Leak Detection Handbook

2016

bookSection

978-0-12-802240-5

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