Robotics and Automation Solutions for Inspection and Maintenance in Critical Infrastructures
now publishers Inc (Verlag)
9781638282822 (ISBN)
Infrastructures are ageing and have become a subject of profound concern, awakening our collective consciousness to the imperatives of civil and structural integrity. This concern, compounded by the unrelenting impact of climate change and the burgeoning demand on transport networks and infrastructures, underscores the critical necessity of preserving infrastructural functionality, safety, and alignment with their original design objectives. In doing so, we strive to mitigate health, financial, societal, and environmental risks that these infrastructures may pose. Presently, the imperative is to maintain a vigilant and continuous watch over these critical assets, employing factual, real-time data to support efficient maintenance strategies.
This book embarks on a comprehensive exploration of the contemporary industrial challenges surrounding critical infrastructure inspection and maintenance. It offers a detailed examination of current inspection methodologies, manual intervention practices, and the intricate challenges involved in the sustained, systematic evaluation of structural integrity. Subsequently, it delivers an exhaustive analysis and technical elucidation of recent research breakthroughs across various infrastructures and industrial domains. These innovations, deeply rooted in robotics, automation, and digital technologies, augment, support, streamline, and often redefine established paradigms in the realms of inspection and maintenance. Among these innovations are the outcomes of research endeavours co-funded by the European Commission, addressing a spectrum of research priorities and thematic areas.
The solutions delineated in this book encompass an array of cutting-edge technologies, from robotic ground vehicles to unmanned aerial systems, digital platforms, advanced sensing solutions, and state-of-the-art visualization and 3D imaging technologies. These technologies foster enhanced data acquisition, precise reporting, and ultimately, more efficient inspection and maintenance approaches. As we navigate through the years ahead, the inevitability of ageing infrastructures looms large, while the tangible value of modern technologies is already manifesting in numerous industrial applications. Though the journey may be arduous, the assimilation of digital technologies into existing infrastructure inspection and maintenance frameworks is gaining traction and acceptance, aligning with the overarching vision articulated within this book.
In the capacity of editor for this publication, Mr. Konstantinos Loupos, whose remarkable expertise and substantial contributions to the fields of microelectronics, embedded systems, IoT/ICT technologies, and Cybersecurity have created a notable presence in the realm of technological innovation and research. Mr. Loupos holds a distinguished academic record, encompassing an MBA from the Hellenic Open University (Greece), an M.Sc. in Microelectronics Systems Design with distinction from the University of Southampton (United Kingdom), and an M.Eng. in Electronic and Electrical Engineering from the University of Manchester (United Kingdom). His educational accomplishments serve as a testament to his commitment to academic excellence and his relentless pursuit of knowledge. With a multifaceted career spanning in various domains, Mr. Loupos has accumulated extensive practical experience and knowledge in an array of critical areas. His research interests and activities encompass IoT/ICT systems, Cybersecurity, Sensors and Systems for Structural Health Monitoring (including tunnels, structures, bridges, and more), Robotics for Civil Infrastructure Inspection, Security Systems (comprising sensors and communications), Water Demand Management, and Wireless Sensor Networks. Additionally, his expertise extends to Application Specific Embedded Systems, further showcasing his versatility in the technological landscape.
Chapter 1. Introduction to Inspection and Maintenance with Robotics
Chapter 2. Integrated Inspection and Maintenance Platform for Critical Infrastructures
Chapter 3. AI for Corrosion Detection in Oil and Gas Refineries
Chapter 4. Motorway Tunnels Structural Deformation Assessment Using Laser Scanning
Chapter 5. Transforming Engineering Inspections Through Advanced UAVs
Chapter 6. Visualizing the End-to-End Workflow of Digital Inspections Through the Intelligence and Visualization Portal
Chapter 7. Autonomous Navigation for Inspection and Maintenance Ground Robotics
Chapter 8. Application of Intelligent Aerial Robots to the Inspection and Maintenance of Electrical Power Lines
Chapter 9. Promoting the Use of Robotics in the Inspection and Maintenance of Offshore Wind
Chapter 10. From Reality Capture to Decision-Making
Chapter 11. Robotics-Enabled Roadwork Maintenance and Upgrading
| Erscheinungsdatum | 06.02.2024 |
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| Sprache | englisch |
| Maße | 156 x 234 mm |
| Gewicht | 634 g |
| Themenwelt | Informatik ► Theorie / Studium ► Künstliche Intelligenz / Robotik |
| ISBN-13 | 9781638282822 / 9781638282822 |
| Zustand | Neuware |
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