Overview
| Project No. | 223 |
|---|---|
| Contract No. | DTPH56-07-T-000008 |
| Research Award Recipient | Intelligent Optical Systems, Inc. (IOS) 2520 West 237th Street Torrance CA 90505-5217 Torrance, CA 90505 |
| AOTR | James Merritt |
| Researcher Contact Info | Marvin Klein Phone: 424 263-6361 email: mklein@intopsys.com |
| Technology Demonstrated | TBD |
|---|---|
| Commercialized (in whole/part) | TBD |
| Commercial Partner | Empty Value |
| Net Improvement | Empty Value |
| Project Status | Closed |
|---|---|
| Start Fiscal Year | 2007 (08/01/2007) |
| End Fiscal Year | 2010 (11/30/2009) |
| PHMSA $$ Budgeted | $584,948.00 |
Main Objective
The goal of this project is to apply laser ultrasonics for monitoring the integrity of girth welds in real time, using a measurement sensor that is mounted in tandem with the weld head. This project is consolidated with a parallel project on the development of hybrid laser arc welding for girth weld production.
Public Abstract
Girth welds in new pipeline construction have stringent inspection requirements to insure pipeline safety. Current automated ultrasonic inspection testing systems are complex and are limited to post process application. Laser ultrasonics is a noncontact technique that can perform ultrasonic measurements on hot, moving surfaces. The goal of this project is to apply laser ultrasonics for monitoring the integrity of girth welds in real time, using a measurement sensor that is mounted in tandem with the weld head. This project is consolidated with a parallel project on the development of hybrid laser arc welding for girth weld production.
Relevant Files & Links
Final Report
3163 (MK) DOT Final Rpt.pdf