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Friction stir welding is a solid-state joining method widely used in the aerospace industry. In the friction stir welding process, manufacturing parameters such as rotation speed and travel speed can lead to discontinuities at the joint, necessitating the application of non-destructive testing to verify the integrity of the joint. High productivity, work efficiency, and inspection accuracy are central to the quality assurance of newly manufactured aircraft.

Pipelines are essential for the operation of various industries such as water, oil, gas, and power generation, and maintaining pipelines in proper condition is a top priority in these fields. Since they are typically made of iron or steel, corrosion poses a significant threat to safety. Therefore, non-destructive testing for pipeline corrosion is necessary, and ultrasonic testing has been widely accepted as an ideal technology for detecting corrosion in pipelines. Phased array ultrasonic testing allows for accurate wall thickness measurements and can determine the presence of this invisible damage; however, it has been pointed out that there are issues with inspecting pipes along bend sections.

A pressure vessel is a sealed container designed to hold fluids at a pressure that is significantly different from the surrounding pressure. They are installed throughout refineries. Due to the importance of their function, pressure vessels must undergo rigorous safety inspections regularly. The Shark Probe manufactured by Eddyfi is specially designed to inspect weld line cracks on the surface of such equipment. The probe's spring-loaded fingers are designed to adapt to the shape of the weld reinforcement, allowing it to scan the reinforcement, toe, and heat-affected zone in a single pass. This probe is equipped with a built-in encoder, making it possible to accurately locate defects along the weld. For more detailed information, please contact us.

Aircraft are the foundation of various industries and are subjected to harsh and nearly continuous use, making maintenance extremely important. Eddyfi Technologies has developed an ECA probe capable of inspecting both surface cracks and internal corrosion of multilayer aluminum in the longilon fastener section. For more detailed information, please contact us.

This application note introduces a case study on the detection of micro-defects using the innovative new product "Sonyks" guided wave testing device, which can operate as a medium-range ultrasonic testing (MRUT) method. It clearly summarizes the features of the new "Magneto Tool," which employs a magnetostrictive method and excels in accurately identifying and locating specific small changes, such as pitting and wall thinning in piping. This technology utilizes high-frequency guided waves that improve resolution of indications, enabling the detection of micro-defects that were difficult to identify with conventional methods. This advancement has the potential to significantly enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of inspections across many different industries. For more detailed information, please contact us.