Technical Description
This invention describes a suspended, self-propelled robotic system for ultrasonic, infrared, and eddy-current inspection of railway tracks. It navigates between rails with vertically aligned wheels, enabling concurrent train passage while transmitting crack data via GSM/GPS or local storage.
Problems Addressed
- Manual Crack Checks
- Irregular Track Maintenance
- Costly Visual Inspections
- Undetected Rail Defects
- Frequent Derailments
- Human Operator Risks
Tech Features
- Autonomous Crack Detection
- Multi-Sensor Fusion
- Real-Time SMS Alerts
- Train-Compatible Design
- Modular Suspension System
- GPS Data Logging
Target Audience
- Rail Maintenance Industry
- Transportation Sector
- Robotics Industry
- Safety Inspection Sector
- Infrastructure Management Industry
- Research & Development
Tech ID: P30-1864 TRL 5 Patent Status: Granted Available For Exclusive and Non-exclusive License
