Development of mobile minirobots for in pipe inspection tasks

Authors

  • O. Tătar Technical University of Cluj-Napoca
  • D. Mândru Technical University of Cluj-Napoca
  • I. Ardelean Technical University of Cluj-Napoca

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5755/j02.mech.36228

Abstract

The possibilities to use a miniaturized robotic system for inspection, exploration and maintenance of the pipes are highlighted. In this paper, the authors’ contribution
in this field is discussed. Two in-pipe minirobots developed by the authors are described. The efforts are focused on the in-pipe mobility and corresponding actuation
systems. Several functional characteristics (e.g. the maximum /minimum inner pipe diameter) are given.

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Published

2024-04-04

Issue

Vol. 68 No. 6 (2007)

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