17984807. PIPE STRAIN DETECTION AND DIAGNOSIS USING SENSORS FOR MACHINE CASING NOZZLES simplified abstract (Saudi Arabian Oil Company)
Contents
- 1 PIPE STRAIN DETECTION AND DIAGNOSIS USING SENSORS FOR MACHINE CASING NOZZLES
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 PIPE STRAIN DETECTION AND DIAGNOSIS USING SENSORS FOR MACHINE CASING NOZZLES - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Original Abstract Submitted
PIPE STRAIN DETECTION AND DIAGNOSIS USING SENSORS FOR MACHINE CASING NOZZLES
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Keith William Brashler of Dhahran (SA)
PIPE STRAIN DETECTION AND DIAGNOSIS USING SENSORS FOR MACHINE CASING NOZZLES - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17984807 titled 'PIPE STRAIN DETECTION AND DIAGNOSIS USING SENSORS FOR MACHINE CASING NOZZLES
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a system and method for pipe strain detection and diagnosis using sensors for machine casing nozzles. Here is a simplified explanation of the patent application:
- A rotating machine with a rotating element, machine casing, inlet nozzle, and outlet nozzle is used.
- A vibration sensor is attached to a nozzle flange connection to detect strain.
- The sensor includes a resonant layer that responds to radio frequency signals while the fluid is being pumped.
- The resonant response is received by a radio frequency resonance detector.
Potential Applications
The technology can be applied in various industries such as manufacturing, energy, and transportation for monitoring and diagnosing pipe strain in rotating machines.
Problems Solved
This technology helps in early detection of pipe strain in rotating machines, preventing potential failures and reducing downtime for maintenance.
Benefits
The system provides a proactive approach to maintenance, improves machine reliability, and enhances overall operational efficiency.
Potential Commercial Applications
Potential commercial applications include selling the system to industries with rotating machines, offering maintenance services, and licensing the technology to manufacturers.
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be traditional strain gauges used for detecting pipe strain in rotating machines.
Unanswered Questions
How does the system handle different types of fluids being pumped through the pipes?
The system's ability to detect pipe strain may vary depending on the type of fluid being pumped. Further research and testing may be needed to determine the system's effectiveness with different fluids.
What is the impact of environmental factors on the sensor's performance?
Environmental factors such as temperature, humidity, and vibrations could potentially affect the sensor's performance. Understanding how these factors influence the sensor's readings is crucial for accurate strain detection.
Original Abstract Submitted
Example systems and methods for pipe strain detection and diagnosis using sensors for machine casing nozzles are disclosed. One example method includes introducing a rotating machine that includes a rotating element, a machine casing, an inlet nozzle, and an outlet nozzle, where the rotating element is configured to pump a fluid into the inlet nozzle through a first pipe and out of the outlet nozzle through a second pipe. A vibration sensor is attached to a nozzle flange connection of one of the inlet nozzle and the outlet nozzle, where the vibration sensor includes a substrate and a resonant layer disposed on a surface of the substrate, the resonant layer is configured to produce a resonant response in response to receiving a radio frequency signal while the fluid is being pumped. The resonant response is received by a radio frequency resonance detector in response to the radio frequency signal.
