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Visualization and classification of hidden defects in triplex composites used in LNG carriers by active thermography

  • Hwang, Soonkyu (Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology) ;
  • Jeon, Ikgeun (Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology) ;
  • Han, Gayoung (Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology) ;
  • Sohn, Hoon (Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology) ;
  • Yun, Wonjun (Advanced Research Center, Korea Shipbuilding and Offshore Engineering Co. Ltd.)
  • Received : 2019.07.26
  • Accepted : 2019.08.31
  • Published : 2019.12.25
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Abstract

Triplex composite is an epoxy-bonded joint structure, which constitutes the secondary barrier in a liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier. Defects in the triplex composite weaken its shear strength and may cause leakage of the LNG, thus compromising the structural integrity of the LNG carrier. This paper proposes an autonomous triplex composite inspection (ATCI) system for visualizing and classifying hidden defects in the triplex composite installed inside an LNG carrier. First, heat energy is generated on the surface of the triplex composite using halogen lamps, and the corresponding heat response is measured by an infrared (IR) camera. Next, the region of interest (ROI) is traced and noise components are removed to minimize false indications of defects. After a defect is identified, it is classified as internal void or uncured adhesive and its size and shape are quantified and visualized, respectively. The proposed ATCI system allows the fully automated and contactless detection, classification, and quantification of hidden defects inside the triplex composite. The effectiveness of the proposed ATCI system is validated using the data obtained from actual triplex composite installed in an LNG carrier membrane system.

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Supported by : Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport

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