Experimental study on the durability of an in-line sensor epoxy membrane under pipeline cleaning events

Shuomang Shi; Luyang Xu; Ying Huang

doi:10.1117/12.3010998

9 May 2024 Experimental study on the durability of an in-line sensor epoxy membrane under pipeline cleaning events

Shuomang Shi, Luyang Xu, Ying Huang

Proceedings Volume 12949, Sensors and Smart Structures Technologies for Civil, Mechanical, and Aerospace Systems 2024; 129490Z (2024) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.3010998
Event: SPIE Smart Structures + Nondestructive Evaluation, 2024, Long Beach, California, United States

Abstract

Pipeline pigging has become a standard practice in the petroleum and natural gas industry, utilizing fluid or gas pumping upstream to facilitate cleaning of wax, sediments, or dewatering. In previous research by the authors, a specialized epoxy membrane embedded with chemical sensors was developed to monitor in-line environments. However, the durability of this thin film material under pipeline cleaning conditions remained unexplored. This study conducted experimental tests simulating industrial pipeline cleaning procedures using rubber-based cleaning disks. Results indicate that a standard 3mm epoxy base attached to the pipeline's inner wall maintains integrity with minimal surface wear during pipeline cleaning activities. Additionally, the study found that the maximum shear stress applied to the membrane increases with thickness, reaching a maximum of 2.95 MPa when the membrane thickness is less than 3mm. These findings provide valuable insights into the resilience of epoxy-based membranes in harsh pipeline cleaning environments, informing future development and deployment of in-line monitoring technologies.

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Shuomang Shi, Luyang Xu, and Ying Huang "Experimental study on the durability of an in-line sensor epoxy membrane under pipeline cleaning events", Proc. SPIE 12949, Sensors and Smart Structures Technologies for Civil, Mechanical, and Aerospace Systems 2024, 129490Z (9 May 2024); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.3010998

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