Reversing Time To Spot Cracks In Gas Pipes
Sunday, April 26, 2009 - 09:14
in Physics & Chemistry
Checking natural gas pipelines for wear and tear costs big bucks. Sections of pipe must be manually exhumed to be tested for cracks or corrosion with acoustic or magnetic scanners. Scientists are now developing a way to monitor pipes continuously and remotely using embedded, low-power ultrasonic detectors.