DEVICE FOR INSPECTION OF WATER PIPELINES AND METHOD

摘要

A device is taught for inspecting the integrity of water distribution pipelines. The device is constructed of housing units, for housing inspectio n circuitry. The housing units are connected by flexible connectors which permit the unit s to move out of axial alignment to pass bends. In some embodiments, communication por ts are provided between the units. As such, the device is able to negotiate bends a nd pass through openings of reduced size in the pipeline. The device can be used wit h various inspection technologies including remote field eddy current inspection technology. A method for inspecting the integrity of a water pipeline system is disclosed wherein water hydrants can be used to access the system.