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Electromagnetic testing (ET) is a non-destructive testing method that uses the principle of electromagnetic induction for the detection of flaws in surface and subsurface levels. Eddy current testing (ECT) is a type of electromagnetic nondestructive testing (NDT) method. However, the terminologies for ET testing and ECT are often interchangeably used in industries for their same NDT principle. ECT has been a choice of industries for detecting flaws like cracks or corrosion in their wide varie

When it comes to ensuring infrastructure viability, even the tiniest components of the most complex, large-scale systems must be monitored and tested. Routine ultrasonic thickness testing of wall and coating thickness measurements serves as a vital check on the condition of ship hulls, pipelines, and other metallic elements where long-term exposure elements like saltwater or oil can corrode materials, degrading structural integrity. 

Nondestructive testing (NDT) is the preferred

Increasingly, industries are seeking various ways to enhance productivity and remove waste in their process. Flaw detection in the early stages of production can prevent long-term economic and productivity damage. 

In industries like manufacturing, petroleum, as well as military and defense that deal with metals or steel surfaces, corrosion can be a big issue. During the welding process of such materials, corrosion-resistant alloy (CRA) can be introduced to the weld to reduce the

The manufacturing process relies heavily on materials and components that meet their specifications for structure, strength, and quality. Some materials being used in the process may require alteration in their properties to meet these specifications. Metallurgical heat treatment is one of the widely adopted methods to change the properties of these metals to meet the industry specification. These metals, however, must be tested after heat treatment for the verification of their quality.

Oil and gas are drilled and pumped from the depths of the earth during hydrocarbon exploration. Before these hydrocarbons are transported to various destinations around the world, they are stored above ground in storage tanks. Companies rely on the integrity of storage tanks to keep their assets protected from the elements. Hence, the importance of storage tank inspections.   

Storage tank inspection integrity has grown in importance as oil and gas industry regulations

The FAA has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD 2020-26-16) for certain Piper Aircraft models following a fatal crash caused by a wing separation from fatigue cracking on the lower main wing spar cap. Part of the requirements specified in this AD includes inspecting the lower main wing spar bolt holes for cracks. Accordingly, Piper Aircraft, Inc. has issued a service bulletin SB 1345 that provides guidance for this

Welding can be a highly complex process. When disparate components are welded together, there’s a chance that the connections can come apart—quickly or slowly, due to the presence of tiny fractures or flaws. The possibility of a structural issue being present increases when the length of a weld extends, such as in long, multipass welds.

Nondestructive testing (NDT) is vital to the detection of these flaws. Any technician inspecting long welds, welds in harsh conditions, or

For nondestructive testing (NDT), industries are increasingly adopting the use of phased array ultrasound testing (PAUT). It is replacing other conventional ultrasound and radiographic NDT methods with its high flaw detection and accurate measurement capabilities. For industries like aerospace, power generation, pipeline services and more, phased array ult

Non-destructive testing (NDT) plays an important role in many industries that impact daily life. Industries including automotive, aviation, construction, railway, manufacturing, and energy utilize various NDT methods to ensure the safety and quality of equipment and infrastructure. NDT involves the use of various testing methods to examine the irregularities in an object. Sometimes the sheer volum

In the aerospace industry, there are two major components to any aircraft fatigue inspection process: time and accuracy. In order to ensure safety while maintaining costs and reducing downtime, inspections and testing have to be fast and efficient without sacrificing accuracy or thoroughness. 

This combination of benefits has led to a widespread embrace of nondestructive testing (NDT) for fatigue in both public and private aircraft. NDT testing can help reduce aircraft grounding