Automaion and remote management of cathodic protection of pipelines system

Abstract

In the realm of corrosion prevention methods, two broad categories exist: electrical and non-electrical approaches. While non-electrical methods encompass coatings, sealers, and corrosion inhibiting admixtures, cathodic protection falls under the electrical approach um- brella. Its main goal is to shift the reinforcing steel into a protected state and, consequently, prevent corrosion. This project aims to develop an automated and remotely managed cathodic protection system for pipelines. The proposed system utilizes a master code to communicate with smart voltmeters and collect voltage readings and establish a web-based dashboard for displaying the collected data. In addition, the system includes a control module that allows for the adjustment of the cathodic protection parameters remotely (probe distances, description). The proposed system is expected to improve the efficien cya ndeffectiven es sofcatho dicpro- tection systems, while reducing maintenance costs and increasing the lifespan of pipelines.