Projects
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| Reference Number | NIA_SGN0110 | |
| Title | Remote Site Monitoring Device | |
| Status | Completed | |
| Energy Categories | Fossil Fuels: Oil Gas and Coal(Oil and Gas, Refining, transport and storage of oil and gas) 100%; | |
| Research Types | Applied Research and Development 100% | |
| Science and Technology Fields | PHYSICAL SCIENCES AND MATHEMATICS (Chemistry) 50%; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY (Mechanical, Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering) 50%; |
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| UKERC Cross Cutting Characterisation | Not Cross-cutting 100% | |
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Project Contact No email address given SGN |
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| Award Type | Network Innovation Allowance | |
| Funding Source | Ofgem | |
| Start Date | 01 March 2017 | |
| End Date | 01 April 2019 | |
| Duration | 25 months | |
| Total Grant Value | £387,000 | |
| Industrial Sectors | Information Technologies | |
| Region | South East | |
| Programme | Network Innovation Allowance | |
| Investigators | Principal Investigator | Project Contact , SGN (100.000%) |
| Web Site | http://www.smarternetworks.org/project/NIA_SGN0110 |
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| Objectives | The objectives of the project are to produce a Remote Site Monitoring Device for the detection of natural gas. This device will be capable of being left on-site and will transmit gas readings. These gas readings will be viewable remotely and will indicate the site’s status. Summary of Work RequiredDevelop a working prototype of the Remote Site Monitoring Device to meet relevant industry standards and specificationsDevelop work procedures for using the productTrial the solution across SGN’s regional networksCommercial appraisal for the overall use of the product and potential efficiency savings resulting from the success of the field trial. The success criteria for the project are: Analysis of conceptual design, detailed designs and prototype manufacture of a solution which meets the relevant industry and SGN standards against specificationsFacilitate the introduction of the product into the GB gas industry for field trialling, evaluation and approvalManufacture prototypes and undertake field trials across SGN’s networksManage off-site field trials and testing, quantifying and controlling the risks identifiedDevelop work procedures and field trial documentation for using the productProject Management including attending project meetings as requiredAssessment of the potential benefits and operational value to SGNReporting and analysis as requiredProduce and disseminate learning based on final project report | |
| Abstract | GDNs have ‘at risk’ mains that are not leaking but require frequent monitoring as a risk management measure prior to direct replacement being carried out. SGN also have sites where work is being carried out but remain live and require periodic checking. Monitoring of these scenarios require personnel to be on site, as frequently as necessary, to take the gas measurements and subsequently report findings. On occasion, this demands resource to travel to known locations to perform a very quick survey. However, depending on location (e. g. London) the entire operation can take several hours. This project will look at alternatives to human resources, and will develop a battery powered remote monitor that, when installed, will allow gas readings from an existing job to be automatically transmitted direct to the Cloud. This will allow readings to be monitored remotely, more frequently and automatically escalate activities as necessary. In order to address this project, SGN will work with GMI to develop a product that can be used by all GDNs throughout GB. The product will comprise of three distinct sections: Remote sensor with short range communicationsBase station with long range communicationsCloud based data management packageThe solution will allow the remote sensors to be deployed which will feedback data on a regular basis. Data will be available frequently and reduces the need for personnel to be on-site to obtain the gas readings. It could also be used by personnel on-site to alert them to site changes. Although there are three distinct parts to this proposed solution, the remote sensor will generate the main technical challenge. A low power sensor complete with housing will be developed to deliver prolonged use in all environmental conditions.Note : Project Documents may be available via the ENA Smarter Networks Portal using the Website link above | |
| Publications | (none) |
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| Final Report | (none) |
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| Added to Database | 11/12/18 | |
