Design and manufacturing a novel screw‐in‐pipe inspection robot with steering capability
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DOI: 10.1002/rob.22136
Abstract: In this article, a novel in‐pipe inspection robot is designed and manufactured in Kharazmi University KharazmPipeBot. This robot is able to move through any pipeline with a predefined diameter range with a variable pitch rate… read more here.
Keywords: pipe inspection; inspection robot; pitch rate; robot ... See more keywords
Reconfigurable inspection robot for industrial applications
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DOI: 10.1016/j.promfg.2020.01.075
Abstract: Abstract The power generation industry, due to its importance in both general public and industrial applications, requires high standard of reliability. In the electrical power generation processes, the inspection and the adequate maintenance of the… read more here.
Keywords: inspection robot; power; reconfigurable inspection; industrial applications ... See more keywords
Design and analysis of pipeline inspection robot based on generalized parallel mechanisms
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DOI: 10.1017/s0263574725102622
Abstract: Abstract Pipeline inspection robots play a crucial role in maintaining the integrity of pipeline systems across various industries. In this paper, a novel pipeline inspection robot is designed based on a four degrees-of-freedom (DOF) generalized… read more here.
Keywords: inspection robot; generalized parallel; pipeline; pipeline inspection ... See more keywords
Overhead ground wire detection by fusion global and local features and supervised learning method for a cable inspection robot
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DOI: 10.1108/sr-08-2017-0154
Abstract: Purpose An accurate detection of overhead ground wire under open surroundings with varying illumination is the premise of reliable line grasping with the off-line arm when the inspection robot cross obstacle automatically. This paper aims… read more here.
Keywords: inspection robot; detection; ground; method ... See more keywords
Improving Stability of Line Inspection Robot During Crossing Jumper Lines With a Centroid Adjustment Adjusting Mechanism
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DOI: 10.1109/access.2022.3228386
Abstract: The stability of the inspection robot during crossing the jumper lines of the live lines of the 110kV power transmission is very important. In this study, a novel inspection robot was designed, equipped with a… read more here.
Keywords: crossing jumper; line; robot; stability ... See more keywords
Research on Autonomous Positioning Method for Inspection Robot Based on Distributed 2D LiDARs
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DOI: 10.1109/access.2024.3520162
Abstract: To address the positioning problem during autonomous operation process under the automated vehicle inspection scenario for annual vehicle inspections. This paper proposes a method for autonomous positioning of inspection robot based on distributed two-dimensional LiDAR… read more here.
Keywords: vehicle; inspection robot; autonomous positioning; inspection ... See more keywords
FOPID-Controlled Self-Propelled Pipeline Inspection Robot for Internal Mapping of Small-Diameter Pipelines
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DOI: 10.1109/access.2025.3595951
Abstract: Conventional pipeline route mapping systems frequently depend on external sensing technology, like cameras and laser scanners. Although useful in certain situations, these devices are often costly, cumbersome, and significantly vulnerable to environmental factors, such as… read more here.
Keywords: propelled pipeline; pipeline; inspection robot; self propelled ... See more keywords
Transformable Inspection Robot Design and Implementation for Complex Pipeline Environment
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DOI: 10.1109/lra.2024.3393208
Abstract: Pipeline inspections are crucial to ensure the reliability of the transmission system. However, with the growing complexity and aging of the pipe system, traditional pipeline inspection robots struggle to adapt to complex environments with obstacles,… read more here.
Keywords: inspection robot; pipeline; robot; transformable inspection ... See more keywords
Active Pose Relocalization for Intelligent Substation Inspection Robot
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DOI: 10.1109/tie.2022.3186368
Abstract: Intelligent inspection robots widely applied in substations are required to capture the inspection image consistent with the calibration image during routine inspection of electrical equipment. However, it is a challenging work for the inspection robot… read more here.
Keywords: inspection; pose relocalization; error; inspection robot ... See more keywords
Internal Defect Detection of Overhead Aluminum Conductor Composite Core Transmission Lines With an Inspection Robot and Computer Vision
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DOI: 10.1109/tim.2023.3265104
Abstract: Overhead aluminum conductor composite core (ACCC) transmission lines are extensively used. However, internal defects of ACCC wires are difficult to detect, threatening the stability and security of the grid. Thus, a novel automatic detection system… read more here.
Keywords: transmission; aluminum conductor; detection; inspection robot ... See more keywords
A pipeline inspection robot for navigating tubular environments in the sub-centimeter scale
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DOI: 10.1126/scirobotics.abm8597
Abstract: In complex systems like aircraft engines and oil refinery machines, pipeline inspection is an essential task for ensuring safety. Here, we proposed a type of smart material–driven pipeline inspection robot (weight, 2.2 grams; length, 47… read more here.
Keywords: pipeline; sub centimeter; pipeline inspection; inspection robot ... See more keywords