Abstract: Systems and methods for automated testing of a distributed control system are provided. The automated test system includes a master station having a processing unit operably coupled to a user interface and a master wireless unit; and at least one remote station. Each remote station includes at least one output module to send outputs to a unit under test, at least one input module to receive inputs from the unit under test and a remote wireless unit operably coupled to the at least one output module and the at least one input module. The master station is configured to transmit outputs to the remote station by wireless communication and to receive inputs from the remote station by wireless communication. The received inputs are representative of a condition of the unit under test.

Abstract: Methods and apparatuses relate to repairing a conduit having a defect and providing the conduit with structural support. A support member may be positioned along the inner surface of a conduit covering a defect. A sealing member may be disposed along a periphery of the support member so as to provide an obstruction to fluid flow between an outer surface of the support member and the inner surface of the conduit. One or more retaining members may apply a suitable pressure to the sealing member and support member to maintain obstruction to fluid flow between the interior and the exterior of the conduit. The support member may provide the repaired conduit with a greater degree of structural integrity and strength at the site of the defect than would otherwise be available.