Self-orienting pipe inspection apparatus and method

Details Self-orienting pipe inspection apparatus and method Self-orienting pipe inspection apparatus and method

1991-11-27

1994-02-15

Gellner, Michael L.

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354 64, 346 33P, 348 84, G03B 3700, G03B 1708

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052871339

ABSTRACT:
A device for photographing the interior of pipelines is disclosed. The device deposited at the pipeline's inlet and is drawn through the pipeline by fluid flow. The combination of a ballast device and a floatation device and a rudder maintain the device in proper orientation. The device is untethered and is powered by a battery carried in the vessel. A control circuit permits a time delay before operating the camera and lights.

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