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Acoustics as applied to leak detection and pipe location

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OSTI ID:6209723
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This paper gives a brief overview of the application of acoustics to the gas industry problems of leak and pipe location. Active and passive sonic leak location are briefly described. Two approaches to acoustic pipe location, acoustic radar'' or pulse echo and active sonic pipe location, are discussed. The active sonic technique is very promising for plastic pipe location. 18 refs.
Research Organization:
Institute of Gas Technology, Chicago, IL (USA)
Sponsoring Organization:
IGT
OSTI ID:
6209723
Report Number(s):
CONF-9005317-1; ON: TI91008398
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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