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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Nov. 28, 2023
Filed:
Nov. 14, 2022
Hamidreza Marvi, Chandler, AZ (US);
Borhan Beigzadeh, Chandler, AZ (US);
Hosain Bagheri, Phoenix, AZ (US);
Tae-woo Lee, Chandler, AZ (US);
Hamidreza Marvi, Chandler, AZ (US);
Borhan Beigzadeh, Chandler, AZ (US);
Hosain Bagheri, Phoenix, AZ (US);
Tae-woo Lee, Chandler, AZ (US);
Arizona Board of Regents on behalf of Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ (US);
Abstract
Various embodiments of an amphibious submersible vehicle for use in non-destructive testing of pipe interiors and walls are disclosed herein. In one aspect, the vehicle is operable for amphibious submersible operation such that pipes of various diameters can be inspected under full, partially full, and dry conditions. In another aspect, the vehicle is equipped with a plurality of propellers for travel when fully or partially submerged in water and a plurality of wheels for traveling when in contact with a pipe wall or for traveling over debris. In some embodiments, the vehicle is equipped with a plurality of sensors configured for imaging and navigation which enable the vehicle for pipe inspection and identification of problem areas.