Curitiba to Partner with Aganova for AI-Powered Water Network Inspection

Aganova will use its flagship Nautilus technology—an intelligent, in-pipe traveling sphere—to inspect over 100 kilometers of water pipelines in Curitiba, Brazil. The project, part of the Integrated Water Supply System (SAIC), serves 4.1 million residents across 12 municipalities. The project, conducted in partnership with Effico and Sanepar (Paraná’s water utility), aims to improve network efficiency and reduce water loss.

Scheduled to begin in April 2025, the inspection should detect leaks, air pockets, and structural anomalies without interrupting water service. Equipped with AI-driven sensors the Nautilus system navigates inside large-diameter pipes using neutral buoyancy, ensuring obstacle avoidance and high sensitivity. Capable of traveling up to 35 km per day, Nautilus works in low-flow conditions and is compatible with all pipe materials.

Other capabilitites communicated by Aganova include:

• Precise leak location (accuracy <1 meter)

• Leak severity and flow rate data

• Internal pressure profiling

• Real-time tracking

Aganova, which recently opened a São Paulo office, continues expanding its smart water management solutions in Latin America. The Nautilus system reinforces its commitment to non-invasive, data-driven infrastructure assessments.