Method and apparatus for electromagnetic testing of pipes
US12025583B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 10, 2019 |
| Grant date | Jul 2, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 3, 2039 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01N33/2045
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Apparatus and device for testing within a metal pipe are described. The apparatus includes an exciter for generating an electromagnetic (EM) field for exciting a wall of the metal pipe; an extendable and retractable sensor assembly comprising a plurality of sensor bars arranged in an angled manner with respect to an axis of the pipe for sensing residue EM field on a wall of the pipe; a plurality of guide wheel assemblies for supporting and moving the apparatus along the axis of the pipe; and a control unit for recording sensed data from the sensor assembly.
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