Detection & estimation algorithms for in-pipe leak detection
Title
Detection & estimation algorithms for in-pipe leak detection
Subject
Detectors
Estimation
Fault detection/accomodation
Force
Leak detection
Mechanical systems/robotics
Pipelines
Prototypes
Springs
Description
Leakage is the most important factor for unaccounted losses in any pipe network around the world. However, most state of the art leak detection systems have limited applicability, lack in reliability and/or depend on user experience for data interpretation. In this paper we present a new, autonomous, in-pipe, leak detection system. The detection principle is based on the presence of a pressure gradient in the neighborhood of a leak in a pressurized pipe. This phenomenon is translated into force measurements via a carefully designed and instrumented mechanical embodiment (MIT Leak Detector). We then introduce a detection and estimation scheme. The latter one allows not only for the reliable detection, but also for the estimation of the incidence angle and the magnitude of the forces that are associated with the leak. Finally, a prototype is built and experiments in pipes are conducted to demonstrate the efficacy of the proposed methodology.
5508-5514
Creator
D. Chatzigeorgiou
K. Youcef-Toumi
R. Ben-Mansour
Publisher
2014 American Control Conference
Date
2014
Type
conferencePaper
Identifier
2378-5861
Collection
Citation
D. Chatzigeorgiou, K. Youcef-Toumi, and R. Ben-Mansour, “Detection & estimation algorithms for in-pipe leak detection,” Lamar University Midstream Center Research, accessed May 14, 2024, https://lumc.omeka.net/items/show/27255.