COMPOSITE WRAP FOR PIPE MONITORING AND REPAIR

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COMPOSITE WRAP FOR PIPE MONITORING AND REPAIR - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240319037 titled 'COMPOSITE WRAP FOR PIPE MONITORING AND REPAIR

The monitoring system described in the patent application consists of a primer layer, a composite wrap, and an electrode assembly. The primer layer surrounds a pipe to be monitored and is made of an electrically non-conductive adhesive material. The composite wrap, which contains an electrically conductive nanomaterial, wraps around the pipe over the primer layer. The electrode assembly is connected to the composite wrap and the electrically conductive nanomaterial to monitor the degradation of the composite wrap.

The primer layer is made of an electrically non-conductive adhesive material.
The composite wrap contains an electrically conductive nanomaterial dispersed throughout.
The electrode assembly is coupled to the composite wrap to monitor degradation.
The system is designed to monitor the condition of pipes over time.
The use of nanomaterial enhances the conductivity and sensitivity of the monitoring system.

Potential Applications: - Monitoring the integrity of pipelines in various industries such as oil and gas, water management, and chemical processing. - Detecting early signs of degradation or damage in pipes to prevent leaks or failures.

Problems Solved: - Provides a reliable and efficient method for monitoring the condition of pipes. - Helps prevent costly repairs and potential environmental damage from pipe failures.

Benefits: - Early detection of pipe degradation. - Improved maintenance planning. - Enhanced safety and reliability of pipelines.

Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Pipeline Monitoring System for Industrial Applications This technology can be utilized in industries such as oil and gas, water treatment, and chemical processing for continuous monitoring of pipeline integrity, reducing the risk of leaks and failures.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does the use of nanomaterials improve the monitoring system's performance? - The integration of nanomaterials enhances the conductivity and sensitivity of the system, allowing for more accurate monitoring of pipe degradation.

2. What are the main advantages of using an electrically non-conductive primer layer in the monitoring system? - The electrically non-conductive primer layer ensures that the monitoring system does not interfere with the pipe's electrical properties, providing accurate monitoring results.

Original Abstract Submitted

a monitoring system includes a primer layer, a composite wrap, and an electrode assembly. the primer layer is configured to surround a pipe that is to be monitored. the primer layer is made of an electrically non-conductive adhesive material. the composite wrap is configured to wrap around the pipe over the primer layer. the composite wrap includes an electrically conductive nanomaterial dispersed throughout the composite wrap. the electrode assembly is coupled to the composite wrap. the electrode assembly and the electrically conductive nanomaterial are configured to monitor degradation of the composite wrap.