Pipeline leak detection apparatus
US10393610B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 11, 2015 |
| Grant date | Aug 27, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 5, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01M3/2823
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
This invention relates to a device and method which can be used to detect the location of one or more leaks within a pipeline, by passing the device along the interior of the pipeline. The device includes audio detection means to detect the presence of leaks. Surface mounted apparatus is also provided to allow the passage of the device along the pipeline to be monitored and the position of the device with respect to the pipeline to be detected.
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