Corrosion Growth Modeling by Learning a Dynamic Bayesian Network From Multiple In-Line Inspection Data

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wei Xiang ◽  
Wenxing Zhou
Keyword(s):  
Bayesian Networks ◽  
Bayesian Network ◽  
Failure Probability ◽  
Dynamic Bayesian Network ◽  
Time Dependent ◽  
Parameter Learning ◽  
Random Errors ◽  
Defect Depth ◽  
Corrosion Defects ◽  
Dependent Failure

This paper establishes a dynamic Bayesian network to model the growth of corrosion defects on energy pipelines. The integrated model characterizes the growth of defect depth by a homogeneous gamma process and considers the biases and random errors associated with the in-line inspection (ILI) tools. The distributions of the mean value and coefficient of variation of the annual growth of defect depth are learned from multiple ILI data using the parameter learning technique of Bayesian networks. With the same technique, the distributions of the biases and standard deviation of random errors associated with ILI tools are learned from ILI data and their corresponding field measurements. An example with real corrosion management data is used to illustrate the process of developing the model structure, learning model parameters and predicting the corrosion growth and time-dependent failure probability. The results indicate that the model can in general predict the growth of corrosion defects with reasonable accuracy and the ILI-reported and field-measured depth can be used to update the time-dependent failure probability in a near-real-time manner. In comparison with existing growth models, the graphical feature of Bayesian networks makes it more intuitive and transparent to users. The employment of parameter learning provides a semi-automated and convenient approach to elicit the probabilistic information from ILI and field measurement data. The above advantages will facilitate the application of the model in the practice of corrosion management in pipeline industry.

scholarly journals A dynamic Bayesian network approach for prognosis computations on discrete state systems

2017 ◽  
Vol 231 (5) ◽  
pp. 516-533 ◽  
Author(s):  
Josquin Foulliaron ◽  
Laurent Bouillaut ◽  
Patrice Aknin ◽  
Anne Barros
Keyword(s):  
Complex Systems ◽  
Bayesian Networks ◽  
Bayesian Network ◽  
Multicomponent System ◽  
Dynamic Bayesian Network ◽  
Dynamic Bayesian Networks ◽  
Remaining Useful Life ◽  
Predictive Maintenance ◽  
Discrete State ◽  
Virtual Maintenance

The maintenance optimization of complex systems is a key question. One important objective is to be able to anticipate future maintenance actions required to optimize the logistic and future investments. That is why, over the past few years, the predictive maintenance approaches have been an expanding area of research. They rely on the concept of prognosis. Many papers have shown how dynamic Bayesian networks can be relevant to represent multicomponent complex systems and carry out reliability studies. The diagnosis and maintenance group from French institute of science and technology for transport, development and networks (IFSTTAR) developed a model (VirMaLab: Virtual Maintenance Laboratory) based on dynamic Bayesian networks in order to model a multicomponent system with its degradation dynamic and its diagnosis and maintenance processes. Its main purpose is to model a maintenance policy to be able to optimize the maintenance parameters due to the use of dynamic Bayesian networks. A discrete state-space system is considered, periodically observable through a diagnosis process. Such systems are common in railway or road infrastructure fields. This article presents a prognosis algorithm whose purpose is to compute the remaining useful life of the system and update this estimation each time a new diagnosis is available. Then, a representation of this algorithm is given as a dynamic Bayesian network in order to be next integrated into the Virtual Maintenance Laboratory model to include the set of predictive maintenance policies. Inference computation questions on the considered dynamic Bayesian networks will be discussed. Finally, an application on simulated data will be presented.

scholarly journals The engineering skills training process modeling using dynamic bayesian nets

2021 ◽  
pp. 87-96
Author(s):  
Andrey Chukhray ◽  
Olena Havrylenko
Keyword(s):  
Bayesian Networks ◽  
Bayesian Network ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
Probabilistic Inference ◽  
Dynamic Bayesian Network ◽  
Computer Training ◽  
Skills Training ◽  
Dynamic Bayesian Networks ◽  
Competence Level ◽  
Intelligent Computer

The subject of research in the article is the process of intelligent computer training in engineering skills. The aim is to model the process of teaching engineering skills in intelligent computer training programs through dynamic Bayesian networks. Objectives: To propose an approach to modeling the process of teaching engineering skills. To assess the student competence level by considering the algorithms development skills in engineering tasks and the algorithms implementation ability. To create a dynamic Bayesian network structure for the learning process. To select values for conditional probability tables. To solve the problems of filtering, forecasting, and retrospective analysis. To simulate the developed dynamic Bayesian network using a special Genie 2.0-environment. The methods used are probability theory and inference methods in Bayesian networks. The following results are obtained: the development of a dynamic Bayesian network for the educational process based on the solution of engineering problems is presented. Mathematical calculations for probabilistic inference problems such as filtering, forecasting, and smoothing are considered. The solution of the filtering problem makes it possible to assess the current level of the student's competence after obtaining the latest probabilities of the development of the algorithm and its numerical calculations of the task. The probability distribution of the learning process model is predicted. The number of additional iterations required to achieve the required competence level was estimated. The retrospective analysis allows getting a smoothed assessment of the competence level, which was obtained after the task's previous instance completion and after the computation of new additional probabilities characterizing the two checkpoints implementation. The solution of the described probabilistic inference problems makes it possible to provide correct information about the learning process for intelligent computer training systems. It helps to get proper feedback and to track the student's competence level. The developed technique of the kernel of probabilistic inference can be used as the decision-making model basis for an automated training process. The scientific novelty lies in the fact that dynamic Bayesian networks are applied to a new class of problems related to the simulation of engineering skills training in the process of performing algorithmic tasks.

Effect of the geometrical size on time dependent failure probability of the solid oxide fuel cell

2019 ◽  
Vol 44 (21) ◽  
pp. 11033-11046 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yu-Cai Zhang ◽  
Min-Jie Lu ◽  
Wenchun Jiang ◽  
Shan-Tung Tu ◽  
Xian-Cheng Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Fuel Cell ◽  
Solid Oxide Fuel Cell ◽  
Failure Probability ◽  
Solid Oxide ◽  
Time Dependent ◽  
Oxide Fuel ◽  
Geometrical Size ◽  
Dependent Failure

scholarly journals A Tutorial on Fire Domino Effect Modeling Using Bayesian Networks

Modelling ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 240-258
Author(s):  
Nima Khakzad
Keyword(s):  
Risk Assessment ◽  
Bayesian Networks ◽  
Bayesian Network ◽  
Synergistic Effects ◽  
Dynamic Bayesian Network ◽  
Event Tree ◽  
Domino Effect ◽  
Reasoning Under Uncertainty ◽  
Event Tree Analysis ◽  
Probabilistic Network

High complexity and growing interdependencies of chemical and process facilities have made them increasingly vulnerable to domino effects. Domino effects, particularly fire dominoes, are spatial-temporal phenomena where not only the location of involved units, but also their temporal entailment in the accident chain matter. Spatial-temporal dependencies and uncertainties prevailing during domino effects, arising mainly from possible synergistic effects and randomness of potential events, restrict the use of conventional risk assessment techniques such as fault tree and event tree. Bayesian networks—a type of probabilistic network for reasoning under uncertainty—have proven to be a reliable and robust technique for the modeling and risk assessment of domino effects. In the present study, applications of Bayesian networks to modeling and safety assessment of domino effects in petroleum tank terminals has been demonstrated via some examples. The tutorial starts by illustrating the inefficacy of event tree analysis in domino effect modeling and then discusses the capabilities of Bayesian network and its derivatives such as dynamic Bayesian network and influence diagram. It is also discussed how noisy OR can be used to significantly reduce the complexity and number of conditional probabilities required for model establishment.

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