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Device and method for inspection of pipelines

  • US 5,675,251 A
  • Filed: 07/07/1994
  • Issued: 10/07/1997
  • Est. Priority Date: 07/07/1994
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A process for inspecting a water distribution pipeline system comprising:

  • providing an inspection device having a series of housing units, for housing inspection circuitry, each unit having a shape suitable for moving through a pipeline system and sealed against entry of water, a flexible connector extending between each of the housing units in series and a means for attachment to a towing means;

    feeding the inspection device into the system through a water hydrant;

    moving the device through the system; and

    removing the device from the system.

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