Purpose: Used for inspection, monitoring, and testing within pipelines (oil/gas, water, sewage).
Common Types:
- Pigging Tools (Smart Pigs)
- Inline Inspection (ILI) Tools
- Camera Crawler Systems
- Ultrasonic Testing (UT) Probes
- Magnetic Flux Leakage (MFL) Sensors
- Geometry & Diameter Measurement Tools
Key Features:
- Pressure-rated for pipeline conditions
- Remote-controlled or autonomous operation
- Data logging & real-time telemetry (optional)
- Obstacle negotiation capability
- Explosion-proof (for hazardous environments)
Applications: Corrosion detection, crack identification, deformation analysis, weld inspection.