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Holographic testing uses a laser to detect changes in the surface of the material
which has been subjected to stress such as heat, pressure or vibration. The results
are then compared to an undamaged reference sample to show defects.
Laser profilometry uses a high speed rotating laser light source and miniature
optics to detect corrosion, pitting, erosion and cracks by detecting changes in the
surface via a 3D image generated from the surface topography.
Laser shearography uses laser light to create an image before the surface is
stressed and a new image is created. These images are compared to one another to
determine if any defects are present.
Bubble leak testing uses a tank of liquid, or a soap solution for larger parts, to
detect gas (usually air) leaking from the test piece in the form of bubbles.
Only used on closed systems, pressure change testing uses either pressure or a
vacuum to monitor the test piece. A loss of pressure or vacuum over a set time span
will show that there is a leak in the system.
Halogen diode testing also uses pressure to find leaks, except in this case air and
a halogen-based tracer gas are mixed together and a halogen diode detection unit
(or 'sniffer') is used to locate any leaks.
Mass spectrometer testing uses helium or a helium and air mix inside a test chamber
with a 'sniffer' to detect any changes in the air sample, which would indicate a
leak. Alternatively, a vacuum can be used, in which case the mass spectrometer will
sample the vacuum chamber to detect ionised helium, which will show that there has
been a leak.
Microwave Testing
This method is restricted to use on dielectric materials and uses microwave
frequencies transmitted and received by a test probe. The test probe detects
changes in dielectric properties, such as shrinkage cavities, pores, foreign
materials or cracks and displays the results as B or C scans.
The magnetic field will highlight any discontinuities as the magnetic flux lines
produce leakage, which can be seen by using magnetic particles that are drawn into
the discontinuity.
Immersion Testing
The requirement to wet couple the ultrasound probe to the part can be a challenge
for large or complex geometric samples. For convenience these parts are immersed in
water – typically in an immersion tank. This method is usually enhanced by
actuators that move the part and/or the probe within the tank during ultrasonic
inspection.
TWI has developed several highly capable automated inspection systems suited to
both research and development work as well as production inspection.
This method allows for the detection of corrosion, misalignment, damage, cracks,
and more. Visual testing is inherent in most other types of NDT as they will
generally require an operator to look for defects.
Non-Destructive Testing Services
TWI has a wide range of industrial NDT services.
Find out which areas we can assist you in by visiting our service pages below, or
email us to find out how we can help: source https://www.twi-global.com/technical-
knowledge/faqs/what-is-non-destructive-testing