Condition assessment forms an important component of prudent asset management. Information gained through condition assessment contributes to good decision making and optimizing asset life. Methodologies for inspecting pipelines are presented including screening techniques and more detailed techniques. Advances in technology have opened opportunities for new methods of inspection and evaluation of results. In some cases, the performance of an asset is just as important as its condition and sensors can be used to gain a good understanding of pipeline network performance and assist in optimizing maintenance scheduling to provide ongoing service to customers. Astute choice of condition assessment methodology can enhance asset life and achieve organizational targets.
Modelling in-pipe acoustic signal propagation for condition assessment of multi-layer water pipelines
