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Techniques for Monitoring Structural Behaviour of Pipeline Systems

by Christopher Reed

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Publisher Comments:

This project did a thorough review of the potential techniques which could monitor the structural performance of operationally critical mains (those 30"or 760mm in diameter and larger) of potable water distribution systems. The objective was to increase effective pipeline management as it relates to predictive failure. Parameters studied were global , local and environmental monitoring and the technologies studies were continuous, remote and in-pipe sensing. Gathering data from range of different sensors(aircraft, satellites, within and on pipes) proved the most optimal , with the understanding that further study of newer methods is recommended.

Book News Annotation:

Prepared by engineers, statisticians, and consultants, this report analyzes techniques which could be used to continuously monitor the structural performance of potable water distribution systems, especially water mains larger than 30 inches in diameter. Critical parameters are identified, potential technologies considered, and their suitability evaluated. Selection criteria and implementation are addressed, and a methodology for pipeline management is proposed. Specific chapters discuss pipeline requirements, monitoring and surveillance technology, continuous sensing, periodic monitoring, in- pipe monitoring, remote sensing, aircraft and satellite based imagery, and the integration of technologies and decision support methodologies. There is no index.
Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Introduction

Background

Objectives

Applications Potential

Chapter 2: Assessment of Requirements

Pipe Materials Specifications Overview

Selection of Pipe Materials

Failure Mechanisms

Monitoring Parameters

Chapter 3: Monitoring and Surveillance Technology Survey

Review of Potential Continuous Sensing Technology

Review of Remote Sensing Technology

Review of In-Pipe Monitoring Technology

Intelligent Pigs

Summary of Technologies for Testing Evaluation

Recommendation

Chapter 4: Assessment of On-Pipe Techniques Continuous Sensing

Strain Gauges

Residual Stress Measurement

Field Evaluation of Strain Gauge Measurement technique

Fibre Optic Sensors

Ultrasonic Corrosion Monitor

Chapter 5: Assessment of On-Pipe Techniques Periodic Monitoring

Global Position System

Guided Wave Inspection

Chapter 6: Assessment of Techniques In-Pipe Monitoring

Rede Pig

Conventional Direct Diver System

Acoustic Emission Monitoring

Chapter 7: Remote Sensing

Satellite Based High Resolution Systems

Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR)

Infrared Thermal IR Systems

Chapter 8: The Use of Aircraft and Satellite Based Imagery for Pipeline Screening

Pipeline Route Encroachment Assessment

Pipeline Leakage Screening

Case Study NWL North Circular Trunk Main s

Leakage Screening Field Survey NWL North Circular Pipeline

Chapter 9: Integration of Monitoring Technologies and the Development of Decision Support Methodologies

Summary of Monitored Parameters and Monitoring Technologies

Chapter 10: Conclusions and Recommendations

Appendix A: Results from Encroachment Analysis

Appendix B: Results of Analysis of Ikonos Visible and NIR Imagery

Appendix C: Results of Analysis of Aircraft Based Thermal IR Imagery

Appendix D: Conversion Chart

References

Abbreviations

Product Details

ISBN:
9781583213308
Subtitle:
Subject Area: Infrastructure Reliability
Prepared:
Reed, Christopher
Prepared:
Smart, David
Prepared:
Reed, Christopher
Prepared:
Robinson, Alastair J.
Prepared:
Robinson, Alastair J.
Prepared:
Smart, David
Publisher:
American Water Works Association
Subject:
Water-supply
Subject:
Decision support systems
Subject:
Water-pipes
Subject:
Environmental Engineering & Technology
Subject:
Environmental - General
Subject:
Water-pipes - Monitoring
Copyright:
Publication Date:
September 2004
Binding:
Paperback
Grade Level:
Professional and scholarly
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Y
Pages:
246
Dimensions:
10.88x8.44x.74 in. 1.72 lbs.

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