Design and Fabrication of in-Pipe Inspection Robot for Crack Analysis and Detection


Authors : Dr. GVR. Seshagiri Rao; K. Shivasai; K. Sai Kumar; L. Samuel

Volume/Issue : Volume 9 - 2024, Issue 12 - December

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14591132

Abstract : Our project involves designing and constructing a robot that can inspect pipes. The structure of the robot is composed of three outside frames connected by links spaced 120 degrees apart to a center translator. A camera is mounted on the main frame in the center, which enablesit to view the interiorof the pipe. The linkages are equipped with wheels and DC motors to enable the robot to go throughsmall pipes. These motors are controlled by a bidirectional switch, which permits them to travel either forward or backward. This robot was designed specifically to find issues in pipes, such as fractures or buckling.

Keywords : In-Pipe Inspection Robot , Crack Detection , Crack Analysis , Robotic Inspection , Robot Design Fabrication Process.

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Our project involves designing and constructing a robot that can inspect pipes. The structure of the robot is composed of three outside frames connected by links spaced 120 degrees apart to a center translator. A camera is mounted on the main frame in the center, which enablesit to view the interiorof the pipe. The linkages are equipped with wheels and DC motors to enable the robot to go throughsmall pipes. These motors are controlled by a bidirectional switch, which permits them to travel either forward or backward. This robot was designed specifically to find issues in pipes, such as fractures or buckling.

Keywords : In-Pipe Inspection Robot , Crack Detection , Crack Analysis , Robotic Inspection , Robot Design Fabrication Process.

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