Pipeline Leak
Detection & Localization
Intelligent pipeline monitoring powered by LoRaWAN IoT sensors, Negative Pressure Wave (NPW) analysis, and machine learning
Detection Methods
Four independent analysis methods combined into a unified decision-making system
NPW Localization
Negative Pressure Wave analysis. Instant detection of ruptures and major leaks with ±50 m accuracy over 10 km sections. Coordinate determination by wave arrival time difference.
AI/ML Detector
Machine learning based on Isolation Forest. Automatic detection of slow leaks, anomalous patterns, and pressure drifts. Self-learning on historical data for each pipeline.
Hydraulic Gradient
Pressure profile analysis along the pipeline considering terrain elevation. Detection of gradient anomalies indicating leak location. Works for slowly developing damages.
Material Balance
Comparison of inlet and outlet flow rates. Flow difference indicates a leak and allows volume estimation. Reliable method for steady-state operating conditions.
Decision Fusion
Combining results from four methods into a unified decision with weighted voting. Minimizing false alarms. Automatic incident severity classification.
How It Works
From sensor to operator alert — full cycle in seconds
Data Collection
ROSSMA IIOT-AMS P-Meter pressure sensors transmit measurements via LoRaWAN through gateways to the ROSSMA IIOT-NETS platform
Processing
FastAPI backend receives data via MQTT, performs NPW analysis, hydraulic gradient and AI/ML assessment
Detection
Decision Fusion combines 4 methods, determines leak coordinates on the map and classifies incident severity
Alerting
Operator receives real-time notification with leak coordinates on the map and remediation recommendations
Key Specifications
System Architecture
Modular architecture based on open standards and industrial protocols
System Interface
Modern web interface compliant with ISA-101 HMI standard
Industries
The system supports 5 fluid types — from drinking water to natural gas
Water Supply
Trunk water pipelines, urban distribution networks, industrial water supply. Pressure monitoring for detecting bursts and hidden leaks.
Oil Transportation
Trunk oil pipelines, pumping stations, tank farms. Single-phase pumping after separator with product loss control.
Oil Production
Field pipelines, multiphase pumping of oil+water+gas. Water cut and gas volume fraction taken into account during leak analysis.
Gas Transportation
Trunk gas pipelines, distribution networks. Analysis considering gas compressibility and critical outflow during depressurization.
District Heating
Heating mains, heat substations, central heating systems. Monitoring hot water 60–90 °C with temperature corrections.
Economic Efficiency
System payback within the first months of operation through loss prevention
| Parameter | Without System | With ROSSMA PLD |
|---|---|---|
| Leak detection | Hours – days (visual patrol) | < 60 seconds (automatic) |
| Localization accuracy | Kilometers (manual search) | ±50 m (NPW + Decision Fusion) |
| False alarms | — | < 5% (4 verification methods) |
| Minimum detectable leak | > 5% of flow | 0.3% of flow |
| Monitoring | Periodic patrol | 24/7 real-time |
Key Benefits
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