Innovative Machine Learning Tool is Unique to ABS

Results from the initial application of the unique ABS Artificial Intelligence (AI) powered Corrosion Detection digital solution show it has identified corrosion with 98.9% accuracy.  The ABS AI Corrosion Detection™ tool continues to refine its fidelity as more images are analyzed to train the algorithm.

“Corrosion is one of the biggest maintenance challenges in the maritime industry with the total cost estimated at between $50 billion and $80 billion annually.  This application of advanced machine learning technology to assist with tank coating and corrosion management is unique to ABS, and now we are able to demonstrate that it is highly effective in real world applications,” said Kash Mahmood, ABS Senior Vice President, Digital Solutions. “ABS is leading the industry with deployment of digital technology with practical tools that help shipowners drive efficiencies in their operations.”

An ABS client recently deployed the ABS AI Corrosion Detection tool to examine two vessels to develop an accurate assessment of their coating conditions and the presence of corrosion. Analysis reveals the tool graded the imagery with 98.9% accuracy. The findings are based on the AI tool’s analysis of more than 600 images of a client’s ballast water tanks.

A structural-focused digital solution available to owners, the ABS AI Corrosion Detection digital solution utilizes an AI algorithm that analyzes images and video files to deliver prediction scores and percentages for tank coating breakdown and corrosion. The digital solution allows operators to benchmark and monitor coating breakdown and corrosion growth over time to assist with vessel maintenance between surveys. By leveraging the power of machine learning’s automated pattern identification, clients receive proactive alerts of structural defects such as coating failures, fractures and deformations without the costly and intrusive aspects of traditional structural inspections.

The application will continuously improve its performance as more images are uploaded and evaluated, further refining the precision of its detections.

AI-Driven tools deployed on ships and offshore assets offer several benefits:

• Safety.  Manage safety risks with alternative methods and tools.
• Accuracy. Deliver reliable, consistent assessments based on objective data analytics leveraging machine learning.
• Efficiency. Expedite visual inspection evaluations and optimize operations.

Find out more about ABS AI Corrosion Detection here.