Improvements in the Ultrasonic Inspection of CASS Using Advanced TFM
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Advanced UT Presented by TPAC
| Tuesday, October 22, 2024 |
| 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM |
| 127 |
Speaker
Alan Caulder
AOS/TPAC
Improvements in the Ultrasonic Inspection of CASS Using Advanced TFM
Presentation Description
This talk will discuss how the advanced total focusing method (TFM) and newer derivative ultrasonic inspection techniques such as Plane Wave Imaging (PWI) and Virtual Source Aperture (VSA) provide a powerful tool for the inspection of CASS (Cast Austenitic Stainless Steel) material and weldments.
Based on the example of a dissimilar metal weld and an EDM notch in a CASS sample, we will look at how these inspection methods work.
We will see how these technologies reduce inspection times while producing great-resolution imaging even for attenuative metals that often represent a challenge in the nuclear industry.
Based on the example of a dissimilar metal weld and an EDM notch in a CASS sample, we will look at how these inspection methods work.
We will see how these technologies reduce inspection times while producing great-resolution imaging even for attenuative metals that often represent a challenge in the nuclear industry.
Biography
Alan Caulder has worked in the Non-Destructive Testing industry for over 20 years in the technical and business arenas. He has extensive experience in ultrasonic testing, business development, quality, and executive management. He holds ASNT Level III certifications in Ultrasonic Testing and Magnetic Particle Testing. As the VP of Sales for AOS (Advanced OEM Solutions) and TPAC (The Phased Array company), his primary focus is global business development and sales.
Alan has helped multiple robotics companies bring their inspection tools to market and has had a front-row view of these companies' journeys from start-up and system design to successful commercialization.
