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Smart Pipeline Network - Pipe & Repair Sensor System

Award Information

Agency:
Department of Transportation 		Branch:
N/A 		Award ID:
 Program Year/Program:
2012 / SBIR
Agency Tracking Number:
DTRT57-12-C-10049 		Solicitation Year:
2012 		Solicitation Topic Code:
12.1-PH2 		Solicitation Number:
1
Small Business Information
Odyssian Technology
511 East Colfax Avenue South Bend, IN 46617
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Woman-Owned: Yes
Minority-Owned: No
HUBZone-Owned: No
 
Phase 1
Fiscal Year: 2012
Title: Smart Pipeline Network - Pipe & Repair Sensor System
Agency: DOT
Contract: DTRT57-12-C-10049
Award Amount: $150,000.00
 

Abstract:

This PHMSA SBIR focuses on the development of a Pipe and Repair Sensor System. When combined with the Seal Sensor System (proposed separately), this technology will allow for a Smart Pipeline Network having integrated sensor networks that provide for continuous real-time monitoring of leaks and system health. In this program, smart pipes and smart composites repair having integrated leak detection micro-sensors will be further developed and adapted for pipeline use. Concepts and designs will be developed for a networked sensing system capable of sensing the pinpoint location of a leak or impending leak, as well as monitoring structural health. In Phase I, the scope will include the development of a Pipe and Repair Sensor System for use with petroleum-based liquids, with Phase II expanding the scope to include development of a system for use with natural gas. During this program a network topography and control architecture will be developed that provides for (non-centralized) distributed intelligent control without a single point of failure vulnerability. Expertise in local area processor-based networks and TCP/IP web-based networking will be used to develop system concepts for a wide area Smart Pipeline Network supported by existing internet infrastructure.

Principal Investigator:

Barton Bennett
Technology Development & Innovation
(574) 257-7555
barton.bennett@odyssian.com

Business Contact:

Susan Bennett
President Business & Finance
(574) 257-7555
susan.bennett@odyssian.com
Small Business Information at Submission:

Odyssian Technology
511 East Colfax Avenue South Bend, IN 46617-

EIN/Tax ID: 260066139
DUNS: N/A
Number of Employees: N/A
Woman-Owned: Yes
Minority-Owned: No
HUBZone-Owned: No