A Study of Phased-Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT) for Detecting, Sizing, and Characterizing Flaws in the Welds of Existing Hydraulic Steel Structures (HSS) AbstractHydraulic steel structures (HSS) are components of navigation, flood control, and hydropower projects that...
Nondestructive Testing (NDT)
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NDT Inspection Plugs
Features and Benefits Nondestructive Testing (NDT) Plugs are engineered to allow repeat access for EPA/OSHA inspection and process safety management. Plugs can be installed on insulated and non-insulated pipe, storage tanks, pressure vessels and petrochemical,...
Condition Monitoring vs. Predictive Maintenance
Condition Monitoring (CM): the process of monitoring specific parameters (like vibration, temperature, lubricant condition, etc.) of critical equipment or systems to detect any significant change which might indicate a developing fault. It's a "snapshot" of the current...
NDT Terminology
Digital Radiography: The use of digital imaging techniques for radiographic testing, which offers improved sensitivity and resolution compared to traditional film-based methods. Eddy Current Testing (ECT): ECT is widely used for surface and near-surface defect detection,...
NDT Certification Sources
NDT (Non-Destructive Testing) certifications are essential for individuals looking to work in the field of non-destructive testing . . .