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A Xylem Water Solutions and Technology contractor secures a SmartBall device into an insertion tool during an inspection of the water treatment facility waterline at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Jan. 27, 2026. SmartBall utilizes highly sensitive acoustic sensors to detect potential leaks, gas pockets and pipe wall distress. The 92nd Civil Engineer Squadron contracted Xylem to inspect the underground concrete-lined steel piping as part of an ongoing project to keep Fairchild AFB’s main waterline reliable and ensure uninterrupted mission execution. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Matthew Arachikavitz)
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NIKON Z 6_2
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NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S
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28/10
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1/640
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100
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