Inside the Pipe Shield Platform

Pipe Shield delivers an integrated platform combining cutting-edge robotics, artificial intelligence, edge computing, and blockchain. Our full-stack system is engineered for the complexities of modern energy transport, especially in hydrogen and carbon capture applications.

1. Dual-Inspection Hardware

• SkyScan Drones: Hydrogen-powered UAVs equipped with hyperspectral, thermal, and gas sensors to detect corrosion, cracks, and leaks externally. With up to 3x flight duration compared to battery UAVs, these drones perform large-area inspections cost-effectively.
• PipeCrawler Robots: Internally guided robotic units designed to move through pipelines as small as 6″ in diameter. These robots carry ultrasonic phased-array sensors, MFL coils, and EMAT probes to scan for internal defects and wall degradation.

2. AI & Machine Learning

• Defect Detection: Using YOLOv8, ResNet, and TensorFlow, our models identify structural weaknesses with 95% accuracy.
• Predictive Maintenance: AI forecasts corrosion risks, crack propagation, and hydrogen embrittlement using LSTM time-series models.

3. Blockchain Compliance

• Tamper-proof inspection data stored using Hyperledger Fabric.
• Smart contracts automatically trigger maintenance schedules and generate compliance reports.

4. Remote Monitoring

• Real-time dashboards built with React.js and Node.js.
• Mobile app for on-site engineers.
• AR headset compatibility for in-field visualization.

5. Cybersecurity

• End-to-end encryption (AES-256)
• Intrusion detection systems (IDS) powered by anomaly detection algorithms

Our technology delivers measurable outcomes: faster inspections, reduced downtime, improved safety, and compliance with EU and Finnish regulatory standards. Pipe Shield’s system is future-ready and globally scalable.