We are pleased to announce that Innervate Engineering has been granted a patent from the UK Intellectual Property Office. The patent, numbered GB2617694 and titled "Method and Apparatus for monitoring the condition of a pressure-containing vessel," was filed on 11 April 2023 and granted on 2nd April 2025.
A Significant Achievement
This patent grant represents a significant milestone for Innervate Engineering and validates our innovative approach to pipeline integrity management. The patented technology forms the core of our NIIMS (Networked Intelligent Integrated Monitoring System) platform, which enables real-time detection and localization of leaks and anomalies in pressure-containing vessels, including pipelines, tanks, and processing equipment.
The patent specifically covers our novel method of using distributed sensor networks with advanced algorithms to detect minute changes in pressure, flow, and acoustic signatures that indicate potential integrity issues. This approach enables detection times as fast as 15 seconds—dramatically faster than conventional monitoring systems.
"This patent grant is the culmination of years of research and development by our engineering team. It validates our unique approach to pipeline monitoring and strengthens our position as innovators in the field of asset integrity management."— Dr. Sarah Johnson, Founder & CEO
What This Means for Our Customers
For our customers and partners, this patent grant provides several important benefits:
- Validated Technology: The rigorous examination process of the UK IPO confirms the novelty and uniqueness of our approach.
- Protected Investment: Customers implementing our technology can be confident that they're investing in protected intellectual property with clear competitive advantages.
- Continued Innovation: This patent is the first of several pending applications, demonstrating our ongoing commitment to advancing the field of pipeline integrity management.
Technical Innovation
The patented technology includes several key innovations:
Multi-Parameter Sensing
Novel approach to correlating multiple sensor inputs (pressure, flow, acoustic, temperature) to identify anomalies with unprecedented accuracy.
Adaptive Algorithms
Self-calibrating algorithms that continuously learn from operational data to improve detection accuracy and reduce false positives.
Spatial Triangulation
Proprietary method for precisely localizing leak points using distributed sensor data and advanced signal processing.
Non-Invasive Installation
Unique sensor design that can be installed without pipeline modifications or operational disruptions.
Looking Forward
This patent grant is just the beginning. Innervate Engineering continues to invest heavily in research and development, with additional patent applications in process for complementary technologies. Our roadmap includes expanding our monitoring capabilities to additional types of infrastructure and developing even more advanced predictive analytics.
We would like to thank our dedicated engineering team, whose tireless efforts made this achievement possible, as well as our early customers and partners who have supported our vision for transforming pipeline integrity management.
About the Patent
- Patent Number:GB2617694
- Title:Method and Apparatus for monitoring the condition of a pressure-containing vessel
- Filing Date:11 April 2023
- Grant Date:2 April 2025
- Assignee:Innervate Engineering Ltd.
For more information about our patented technology and how it can benefit your operations, please contact our team to schedule a demonstration.
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