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Careers in Nondestructive Testing and Evaluation
Physics of Nondestructive Evaluation
Nondestructive Evaluation Techniques
Ultrasound
Basic Principles of Ultrasonic Testing
History of Ultrasonics
Present State of Ultrasonics
Future Direction of Ultrasonic Inspection
Ultrasound and Ultrasonic Testing
Angle Beam Testing
Immersion Ultrasonic Testing
Piezoelectric Transducers
Characteristics of Piezoelectric Transducers
Radiated Fields of Ultrasonic Transducers
Transducer Beam Spread
Transducer Types
Transducer Testing
Transducer Testing II
Transducer Modeling
Couplant
Pulser-Receivers
Tone Burst Generators in Research
Arbitrary Function Generators
Electrical Impedance Matching and Termination
Data Presentation
Error Analysis
Normal Beam Inspection
Angle Beams I
Angle Beams II
Crack Tip Diffraction
Automated Scanning
Precision Velocity Measurements
Attenuation Measurements
Spread Spectrum Ultrasonics
Signal Processing Techniques
Flaw Reconstruction Techniques
Calibration Methods
Distance Amplitude Correction (DAC)
Thompson-Gray Measurement Model
Ultrasonic Simulation - UTSIM
Grain Noise Modeling
References and Standards
Ultrasonic Inspection Formulas
Rail Inspection
Weldments (Welded Joints)
Electromagnetic Acoustic Transducers (EMATs)
Lamb Wave Generation with EMATs
Shear Wave Generation with EMATs
Velocity Measurements with EMATs
Texture Measurement with EMATs I
Texture Measurement with EMATs II
Ultrasonic Measurement of Stress
Composite Inspection with EMATs
Ultrasonic Testing Quiz
Mag Particle
The Use of Magnetism in NDT
Introduction to Magnetic Particle Inspection
Basic Principles of Magnetic Particle Inspection
History of Magnetic Particle Inspection
Portable Magnetizing Equipment
Stationary Magnetizing Equipment
Lights for MPI
Magnetic Field Indicators
Magnetic Particles
Suspension Liquids
Magnetizing Current
Dry Particle Inspection
Wet Suspension Inspection
Inspection Using Magnetic Rubber
Continuous and Residual Magnetization Techniques
Magnetic Field Orientation and Flaw Detectability
Field Direction and Intensity
Length to Diameter Ratio
Particle Concentration and Condition
Suspension Contamination
Electrical System Checks
Lighting
Eye Consideration
Dry Magnetic Particle Indications
Fluorescent Wet Magnetic Particle Indications
Magnetic Particle Quiz
Eddy Current Testing
NDT and Eddy Current Testing
Basic Principles of Eddy Current Inspection
History of Eddy Current Testing
Present State of Eddy Current Inspection
Eddy Current Instruments
Resonant Circuits
Bridges
Complex Impedance Plane: Eddy Current Scope
Analog Meter
Mode of Operation
Configurations
Shielding and Loading
Coil Design
Impedance Matching
Reference Standards
Signal Filtering
Phase Lag
Surface Breaking Cracks
Surface Crack Detection Using Sliding Probes
Tube Inspection
Conductivity Measurements
Conductivity Measurements for the Verification of Heat Treatment
Thickness Measurements of Thin Material
Thickness Measurements of Nonconducting Coatings on Conductive Materials
Scanning
Multiple Frequency Techniques
Swept Frequency
Pulsed Eddy Current Inspection
Background on Pulsed Eddy Current
Remote Field Sensing
Eddy Current Inspection Formulas
Eddy Current Standards and Methods
Electrical Conductivity and Resistivity for Aluminum and Aluminum Alloys
Electrical Conductivity and Resistivity for Copper and Copper Alloys
Electrical Conductivity and Resistivity for Iron and Iron-Based Alloys
Electrical Conductivity and Resistivity for Magnesium and Magnesium Alloys
Electrical Conductivity and Resistivity for Nickel and Nickel Alloys
Electrical Conductivity and Resistivity for Titanium and Titanium Alloys
Electrical Conductivity and Resistivity for Misc. Materials and Alloys
Eddy Current Testing Quiz
Microwaves and Millimeter Waves
History of Microwave and Millimeter Wave Testing
Frequency Spectrum
Microwave NDE Equipment
What is Being Measured
Applications
Microwave Materials Characterization
Crack Detection and Characterization
Imaging Techniques
Microwave Microscopy
Chipless RFID
Frequency Selective Surfaces
Active Microwave Thermography
Other Techniques
References
Radiography
History of Radiography
Present State of Radiography
Future Direction of Radiographic Education
Interaction of Radiation and Matter
Depth of Penetration of Radiation Energy
Radiation Sources
X-Ray Generators
High Energy Radiation Systems
Detection and Measurement of Radioactivity
Uses of Radioactivity/Radiation
Producing a Radiograph
Developing Film
X-ray Generators
Radio Isotope (Gamma) Sources
Radiographic Film
Exposure Vaults and Cabinets
Image Considerations
Radiographic Contrast
Definition
Radiographic Density
Film Characteristic Curves
Exposure Calculations
Controlling Radiographic Quality
Film Processing
Computed Radiography (CR) and Digital Radiography (DR)
XRF and XRD
Viewing Radiographs
Radiograph Interpretation - Welds
Radiograph Interpretation - Castings
Radiographic Testing Standards
Computed Tomography
X-Ray Inspection Simulation (XRSIM)
Real-Time Radiography
Introduction
Real-Time Radiography vs Film Radiography
Inspection Speed
Image Resolution
Image Magnification
Image Enhancement
Real-Time Radiography System Costs
Equipment
Converter Device
Camera
Frame Grabber
Frame Averaging
Image Quality and Processing Techniques
Image Processing Techniques
Computer Interface
Sample Positioning System
Collimators and Shutters
Data Storage
Environment of the RTR System
Process Control Tests
Image Quality Indicators
Defect Analysis and Applications
Specifications
Procedure Development
Parameters
Procedure Development ASME Code
Appendix I: Metric Conversion
Appendix II: Geometric Unsharpness Work Problems
Appendix III: Conversion of Analog and Digital Information
Appendix IV: ASTM Standards and RTR
Radiography Testing Quiz
Radiation Safety Quiz
References and Resources
Penetrant
History of Penetrant Inspection
Penetrant and Detectability of Flaws
Visual Acuity of the Human Eye
Contrast Sensitivity
The Human Eye's Response to Light
Liquid Penetrant Inspection Process
Common Uses of Liquid Penetrant Inspection
Advantages and Disadvantages of Penetrant Testing
Process Control of Temperature
Quality Control of Penetrant
Penetrant Testing Materials
Penetrants
Color and Fluorescent Brightness
Why Things Fluoresce
Dimensional Threshold of Fluorescence
Ultraviolet and Thermal Stability of Penetrant Indications
Quality Control of Dwell
Quality Control of Emulsifiers
Emulsifiers
Removability
Quality Control of Wash Temperature and Pressure
Quality Control of Drying Process
Quality Control of Developer
Developers
Quality Control of Lighting
System Performance Check
Preparation of Part
Research on Cleaning Prior to LPI
Material Smear and Its Removal
Selection of a Penetrant Technique
Penetrant Application and Dwell Time
Penetrant Removal Process
Developer Selection and Use
Research on Developer Use and Performance
Nature of the Defect
Health and Safety
References
Penetrant Testing Quiz
Acoustic Emission Testing
Introduction to Acoustic Emission Testing
History of Acoustic Emission Testing
Theory Behind Acoustic Emission Sources
Theory Behind Acoustic Waves
Acoustic Emission Equipment
Acoustic Emission Signal Features
Acoustic Emission Data Display
Acoustic Emission Source Location Techniques
Acoustic Emission Barkhausen Techniques
Acoustic Emissions Applications
Thermography
Introduction to Thermal Testing
History of Thermal Testing
Scientific Principles of Thermal Testing
Thermal Testing Equipment: Detectors
Thermal Testing Equipment: Imaging Technology
Image Interpretation
Techniques and Industrial Applications of Thermal Imaging
Nondestructive Evaluation Engineering
Glossary
Nondestructive Evaluation Techniques
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Ultrasonic Testing
Physics of Ultrasonic NDT/NDE
Ultrasonic nondestructive evaluation relies on
ultrasonic waves
, which are
sound
waves
in
solids
.