Lab located at TechLab @ BP01.00.327
Associated industry partners:
Sydney Water, WSAA, Abergeldie Watertech Pty Ltd, Bisley Company Pty Ltd, Calucem, Central SEQ Distributor-Retailer Authority (Urban Utilities), Downer Pty Ltd, Insituform Pacific Pty Ltd, Interflow Pty Ltd, GeoTree Solutions, Parchem Construction Supplies Pty Ltd, Sanexen Environmental Services, South Australian Water Corporation, South East Water Corporation, Sydney Water Corporation, Ventia Pty Ltd, Water Corporation and Water Services Association of Australia
The iPipes Lab is a comprehensive research laboratory for conducting state-of-the-art research on smart sensors and intelligent robotics for use in pipeline infrastructures. Our researchers specialise in sensor development, data fusion, machine learning algorithms, and robotics for solving fundamental research and real-world problems. We have a strong commitment to foster active engagements and collaborations with the national and international industries, researchers, and government organisations to provide innovative and robust solutions for transformative impact in society, academia, and industry.
In collaboration with the Sydney Water, iPipes Lab has developed smart sensor suites and intelligent robotic systems for condition assessment of concrete wastewater pipes. This work received the prestigious 2020 National Research and Innovation Award from the Australian Water Association.
The iPipes Lab in collaboration with 35 industry partners has been developing intelligent sensing and robotic solutions for post-application quality assurance and long-term performance monitoring of water and wastewater pipe linings.