
Polymer Composite Systems in Pipeline Repair
Design, Manufacture, Application, and Environmental Impacts
- 1st Edition - May 30, 2023
- Imprint: Gulf Professional Publishing
- Editors: Sanjay Mavinkere Rangappa, Suchart Siengchin, G. Balaganesan, Vinod Kushvaha
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 9 9 3 4 0 - 1
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 9 5 0 9 4 - 7
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Request a sales quotePolymer Composite Systems for Pipeline Repair: Design, Manufacture, Application, and Environmental Impacts delivers the latest developments in nanomaterials, specifically polymers and composites that can support pipeline repair in an effective and more environmentally-sound way. Edited by a diverse worldwide group of contributors, the reference touches on design and manufacturing techniques, patch configurations, hybrid pipes used in harsher environments, and damage detection techniques. High temperature, marine, and cold fluids are also included. Rounding out with economic and environmental impact assessments, this book gives today’s oil and gas pipeline engineers an impactful and sustainable tool to safely repair pipelines.
- Present readers with detailed knowledge on the design, manufacture and application of composite systems used to repair damage in pipelines
- Assesses the environmental impacts on pipeline repairs using nano materials
- Provides the most recent developments in the research of polymers, blends and composites for repair applications
- Bridge theory and practice on the most recent developments in the research of polymers, blends and composites, with applicable case studies and contributions from a diverse group of worldwide contributors
Pipeline engineers, pipeline managers, Mechanical engineers, polymer researchers
1. Introduction to polymers composites for damage repair applications
2. Recent advancements in polymer composites for damage repair applications
3. Manufacturing techniques of pipe from polymer composites
4. Design of polymer composite overwrap system to repair damaged pipelines subjected to quasi-static and impact loading
5. Repair of composite laminates using various patch configurations
6. Under water high pressure pipelines for inter country transport
7. Composite pipes and design for oil and gas industry
8. Hybrid pipes for high performance and reliability
9. Wall thinning and damage detection techniques in pipelines
10. Nano materials coating inner and outer surface of pipelines
11. Repair of pipelines for non- leaking repairs
12. Repair of pipelines for leaking defects
13. Repair of marine and under water composite structures
4. Repair of pipelines used for high temperature liquids and gases
15. Repair of insulated pipes conducting cold fluids
16. Repair of pipelines near joints, bends and valves
17. Accelerated testing at harsh environmental conditions of pipeline repair materials
18. Engineering economics of repair of pipelines
19. Environmental impact assessment on repair of pipelines
2. Recent advancements in polymer composites for damage repair applications
3. Manufacturing techniques of pipe from polymer composites
4. Design of polymer composite overwrap system to repair damaged pipelines subjected to quasi-static and impact loading
5. Repair of composite laminates using various patch configurations
6. Under water high pressure pipelines for inter country transport
7. Composite pipes and design for oil and gas industry
8. Hybrid pipes for high performance and reliability
9. Wall thinning and damage detection techniques in pipelines
10. Nano materials coating inner and outer surface of pipelines
11. Repair of pipelines for non- leaking repairs
12. Repair of pipelines for leaking defects
13. Repair of marine and under water composite structures
4. Repair of pipelines used for high temperature liquids and gases
15. Repair of insulated pipes conducting cold fluids
16. Repair of pipelines near joints, bends and valves
17. Accelerated testing at harsh environmental conditions of pipeline repair materials
18. Engineering economics of repair of pipelines
19. Environmental impact assessment on repair of pipelines
- Edition: 1
- Published: May 30, 2023
- No. of pages (Paperback): 284
- Imprint: Gulf Professional Publishing
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN: 9780323993401
- eBook ISBN: 9780323950947
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Sanjay Mavinkere Rangappa
Sanjay Mavinkere Rangappa serves as a Principal Research Scientist and Advisor for International Development at King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok, Thailand. He holds a BEng in Mechanical Engineering (2010), an MTech in Computational Analysis (2013), and a PhD in Mechanical Engineering Science (2018) from Visvesvaraya Technological University, India, followed by a Post-Doctorate from KMUTNB (2019). A prolific researcher in materials science and composites, his research focuses on natural fiber composites, polymer composites, and advanced material technology. He has received multiple accolades, including Outstanding Researcher Award 2021 from KMUTNB and recognition in Stanford University's Top 2% Most-Cited Scientists list. He also serves as an Associate Editor for Elsevier’s Heliyon and Frontier Materials, while holding seven patents across UK, Thailand, and India.
Affiliations and expertise
Principal Research Scientist and Associate Professor, Natural Composite Research Group Lab, Department of Materials and Production Engineering, The Sirindhorn International Thai-German Graduate School of Engineering, King Mongkut’s University of Technology North Bangkok, Wongsawang, Bangkok, ThailandSS
Suchart Siengchin
Prof. Dr.-Ing. habil. Suchart Siengchin serves as the President of King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok (KMUTNB). His academic journey spans German institutions, earning degrees in Mechanical Engineering, Polymer Technology, and Material Science, culminating in a PhD from the University of Kaiserslautern and habilitation from Chemnitz University. A distinguished researcher in polymer processing and composite materials, he serves as the Editor-in-Chief of KMUTNB’s International Journal of Applied Science and Technology. His excellence in research has been recognized with multiple KMUTNB Outstanding Researcher Awards (2010, 2012, 2013) and the National Excellence Researcher Award (2021) from the National Research Council of Thailand. He is ranked among Stanford University's top 2% scientists globally, reflecting his substantial impact in materials science and engineering.
Affiliations and expertise
President and Professor, Natural Composite Research Group Lab, Department of Materials and Production Engineering, The Sirindhorn International Thai-German Graduate School of Engineering, King Mongkut’s University of Technology North Bangkok, Wongsawang, Bangkok, ThailandGB
G. Balaganesan
Dr. Balaganesan received his Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from P.A.C Ramasamy Raja Polytechnic, Rajapalayam, Tamilnadu, India in 1991 and AMIE. in Mechanical Engineering from Institution of Engineers (India), Kolkata, India in 2000, M.E. in Mechanical Engineering from Anna University, Tamilnadu, India in 2003, Doctor of Philosophy in Aerospace Engineering (Ph. D.) from Indian Institute of Technology Madras, Chennai, India in 2008. He has 25 years of industrial and teaching experience. He is the author of more than 40 peer reviewed Journal Articles.
Affiliations and expertise
Indian Institute of Technology, Madras, Chennai, IndiaVK
Vinod Kushvaha
Dr. Kushvaha has a diversified educational and research background in engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Materials and Biomedical). He earned his Dual Degree (B. Tech. + M. Tech.) from the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay) in Civil Engineering (Specialization in Structural Engineering). Following that he earned his second master’s and PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering (focused on Fracture Characterization of Composite Materials under Impact Loading) at Auburn University, Auburn, AL, USA. During his PhD, he worked at the Mayo Clinic, the world's most renowned medical institution. His diversified research background led him to publish in various engineering journals, and in several international conferences.
Affiliations and expertise
Department of Civil Eng-Materials and Structures, Indian Institute of Technology, Jammu, IndiaRead Polymer Composite Systems in Pipeline Repair on ScienceDirect