Index based triangulation method for efficient generation of large three-dimensional ultrasonic C-scans [PDF]
, 2018 The demand for high speed ultrasonic scanning of large and complex components is driven by a desire to reduce production bottlenecks during the non-destructive evaluation of critical parts.
MacLeod, Charles N. +4 more
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Adaptive ultrasonic rail wheel testing system with advanced phased array technology
Research and Review Journal of Nondestructive Testing, 2023 Non-destructive wheel inspection by means of ultrasound testing (UT) is crucial for highspeed, local or cargo trains. Any failure can lead to catastrophic events resulting in high material damage and personal injury or even fatalities.
Thomas Würschig +5 more
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Fast ultrasonic phased array inspection of complex geometries delivered through robotic manipulators and high speed data acquisition instrumentation [PDF]
, 2016 Performance of modern robotic manipulators has enabled research and development of fast automated non-destructive testing (NDT) systems for complex geometries.
Lardner, Timothy +12 more
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PAUT-based defect detection method for submarine pressure hulls
International Journal of Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering, 2018 A submarine has a pressure hull that can withstand high hydraulic pressure and therefore, requires the use of highly advanced shipbuilding technology. When producing a pressure hull, periodic inspection, repair, and maintenance are conducted to maintain ...
Min-jae Jung +3 more
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Using Phased Array Ultrasound to Localize Probes During the Inspection of Welds
IEEE Open Journal of Instrumentation and Measurement, 2023 In this article, an image processing-based localization system is developed for remote nondestructive evaluation of welds within industrial assets. Manual ultrasonic inspection of large-scale structures is often repetitive, time-consuming, and benefits ...
Adam Gilmour +7 more
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UEG Week 2023 Poster Presentations
, 2023 United European Gastroenterology Journal, Volume 11, Issue S8, Page 535-1498, October 2023.
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Introducing a new method for efficient visualization of complex shape 3D ultrasonic phased-array C-scans [PDF]
, 2017 Automated robotic inspection systems allow the collection of large data volumes, compared to existing inspection systems. To maximize the throughput associated with the non-destructive evaluation phase, it is crucial that the reconstructed inspection ...
MacLeod, Charles N. +4 more
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Damage assessment and refurbishment of steam turbine blade/rotor attachment holes [PDF]
, 2016 This paper presents a case study dealing with the assessment of cracking observed at steam turbine blade attachment holes, and subsequent use of an innovative repair solution based on a friction processing technique, friction hydro-pillar processing ...
Doubell, P +4 more
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Automated IBEX crawler for PAUT inspection for in-service ferromagnetic assets
e-Journal of Nondestructive Testing, 2023 In order to guarantee the safety of the gas production plants, Air Liquide conducts NDT inspections regularly closely following the assets’ maintenance plans.
Natalia Marcial Alfaro +7 more
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Journal of Modern Power Systems and Clean Energy, 2021 Recent development trends in wind power generation have increased the importance of the safe operation of wind-turbine blades (WTBs). To realize this objective, it is essential to inspect WTBs for any defects before they are placed into operation ...
Jiyeon Choung +4 more
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