## 5 Concluding Remarks and Future Research  
This study provided a qualitative and exploratory evaluation of pipeline inspection technologies tailored to the specific demands of the mining industry's water transportation infrastructure. While a comprehensive quantitative analysis of detection accuracy and cross-method comparison was beyond the scope of this stage of research, the study establishes a foundational understanding of the applicability of various technologies under specific operational conditions, providing valuable direction for future research. The findings highlight that each technology presents unique strengths under particular operational conditions: Metal Magnetic Memory (MMM) proves highly effective for early corrosion detection in remote and hard-to-reach locations, while Guided Wave Testing (GW) excels in identifying surface anomalies with efficiency. In contrast, In-Line Inspection (ILIJ) offers the most comprehensive structural assessment but is best suited to pipelines with compatible infrastructure and stable operational conditions, as it presents challenges in high-pressure segments and short pipeline sections. The selection of inspection technology should align closely with the specific attributes of the pipeline system, environmental conditions and budgetary constraints. In particular,Magnetic Flux Leakage and Ultrasonic Guided Wave technologies hold promise for the mining sector due to their capacity to assess both internal and external conditions, including buried and coated sections, without operational disruptions. GW and MMM are non-disruptive but limited by constraints on pipeline depth and diameter, while ILI, which is capable of detailed analysis, requires \"piggable\" pipeline conditions, excluding up to 50% of pipelines globally that lack such compatibility. Considering the case study, prioritization of high-criticality aqueducts results in the selection of the Salamari, Santaruna, and Inacatac aqueducts for inspection, as these account for 84.8% of total water transport, while lower-criticality aqueducts (Colaniqui and Tocontai, collectively transporting 5.8%) are less suited to ILI due to operational restrictions. Furthermore, MMM scored a \"high\" rating overall (29/36), exceeding GW's score (27/36) because of its superior market availability and ease of preparation, while ILI, despite its high total score (29/36), scored lower in inspection preparation due to logistical complexities. Future research should prioritize quantifying the cost-effectiveness and performance limitations of advanced pipeline inspection methods within the mining industry. This involves gathering data on key performance indicators, such as probability of detection, sizing accuracy, and false positive/negative rates for technologies like Magnetic Flux Leakage, Ultrasonic Guided Wave, and In-Line Inspection. It should also incorporate additional performance parameters such as operation risk, data reliability, and accuracy across different pipeline conditions. A robust comparison of these methods will inform best practices for pipeline integrity management in mining applications. An integrated inspection strategy combining the strengths of these technologies is recommended for effective and sustainable pipeline management. Further research should also focus on enhancing corrosion detection precision in geologically active regions, particularly for semi-buried pipelines in variable soil conditions. Additional research areas include the following topics: quantifying the cost-effectiveness and operational limitations of advanced methods in mining; optimizing inspection technologies for non-standard pipeline configurations (e.g., high-pressure, short segments); developing data integration frameworks to consolidate insights from multiple inspection tools; and exploring innovative sensing and robotics-enabled solutions for improved inspection access in remote mining settings.