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Frequently asked questions
What pipe sizes and materials can Pipe Dream® inspect?
Pipe Dream® is designed for pipelines from 6 inches to 48 inches+, with the possibility of even larger diameters using optional tractor-lift or tractor-float attachments. It can handle any pipe material.
How portable is the system, and where can it be deployed?
The system is 100 % man-portable, weighing about 40 lbs, so it can be carried into tight easements or remote areas where larger systems can’t reach.
What kind of video and sensor capabilities does it offer?
It supports single-pass video with live video streaming and recordings (optimized up to 4K). Pipe Dream® Inspection Suite which includes 360° pan-tilt-zoom control in post-inspection for defect identification. Positioning is handled via odometry to achieve inch-level accuracy.
How is the inspection data handled, and can it integrate with existing workflows?
The system is cloud-based, with built-in LTE/5G connectivity for easy data upload from field sites. Inspection data (video, odometry, pipeline headers) can be exported, integrated via API, or processed by EdgeAI (coding). Users can choose to code data themselves (PACP/MACP), have EdgeAI code it for them, or choose “no coding” depending on project needs.
What are the system requirements?
To operate, you need a laptop with Windows 10/11, ~16 GB RAM (or more), an NVIDIA GPU (RTX 3060 or better), or alternative graphics support.
What are the maintenance costs?
EdgeAI emphasizes that you never have to pay for maintenance unless damage is caused by misuse.
Can Pipe Dream® inspect manholes and perform manhole assessments?
Yes — in addition to pipelines, Pipe Dream® supports Level-2 manhole inspections (and Level-1 for certain modules). It is capable of manhole assessment certification program (MACP) coding.
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