Research Methodology: Effective Pipeline Construction and Maintenance

This report provides a comprehensive overview of research methodologies applied to effective pipeline construction and maintenance within the field of civil engineering. It begins with an annotated bibliography of key sources, exploring topics such as pipe corrosion, optimal inspection planning, and stochastic process corrosion growth. The research then delves into the scope of the study, emphasizing the use of multiscale models to address corrosion challenges in pipeline systems, including general, inter-granular, and pitting corrosion. A detailed literature review follows, examining various aspects of pipeline design, materials (cast iron, steel, etc.), and failure mechanisms, including stress corrosion cracking and the impact of soil processes. The report highlights the importance of integrated modeling approaches to predict and manage corrosion, identifying gaps in current research and emphasizing the need for effective prediction models. The research also covers the application of different technologies and materials to improve the performance of pipeline systems, and the importance of soil process understanding. The report highlights the importance of the research in the context of the Deakin University SRR782 course.