Early Problem Detection In Facility & Pipeline Monitoring

摘要

Hyperspectral remote sensing, a new field of remote sensing, is now being applied to pipeline and facility monitoring associated with hydrocarbon explo-ration and transportation. This new technology allows the user to directly detect the presence of hydrocarbons in the soil and indirectly detect petroleum presence by measuring its effect upon local vegetation. Hyperspectral remote sensing techniques are possible due to the sensor's ability to more closely model the spectral signature of natural and man-made materials. Several examples of the application of this new technology are examined, including detecting underground pipeline leaks of as little as 20 bbl, and monitoring the ongoing remediation of a tank farm.