en.Wedoany.com Reported - A research team from Omsk State Technical University (OmSTU) in Russia has recently developed a mobile system for offline diagnostics of shut-off and control valves. The first batch of production samples has been manufactured and is ready for delivery to customers, primarily targeting oil refining and petrochemical facilities.
Founded in 1942, Omsk State Technical University is a key engineering institution in Siberia, Russia. This development was carried out in collaboration with the Omsk Shut-off Valve Factory (Омский завод запорной арматуры). The research team is led by Grigory Russkikh (Григорий Русских), head of the Department of Theoretical Foundations of Mechanics and Automatic Control, and Dmitry Klypin (Дмитрий Клыпин), senior researcher at the Microprocessor Devices Research Laboratory. The previous prototype could only be used in a laboratory setting, and the key upgrade focused on enabling field operation and meeting explosion-proof safety requirements. The Russian Federal Service for Intellectual Property has decided to grant a patent for the system, and the team has also obtained a registration certificate for the accompanying software. The system has received a certification certificate compliant with the technical regulations for explosion-proof equipment of the Eurasian Economic Union.
The system can be packed into a compact backpack, allowing on-site inspection of valves and gates without disassembling equipment. The entire inspection cycle—from deployment to completion of testing—takes approximately 20 minutes. The system includes a diagnostic unit, a set of sensors, and a tablet computer with specialized software installed. It automatically assesses the mechanical condition of the valve, including the actuator, friction components, and control system, without requiring expert intervention. In terms of safety, the system has been adapted for explosive environments through hardware upgrades and the development of new software.
Using this system helps enterprises quickly diagnose equipment, make maintenance decisions, reduce maintenance costs, and minimize the risk of unplanned downtime. Additionally, the system can be used for incoming and outgoing inspections during equipment procurement and repair. Currently, Omsk State Technical University, together with the Omsk Shut-off Valve Factory, is exploring further commercialization pathways, including providing equipment operation and maintenance support for specific customers, direct equipment sales, and offering commercial diagnostic services for petrochemical enterprises.
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