The Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) industry is undergoing a significant transformation driven by the convergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and workflow automation. This presentation explores how these technologies are reshaping inspection processes by increasing speed, accuracy, consistency —while minimizing manual effort and fatigue.

We showcase how AI not only accelerates automatic or assisted defect detection but also enriches the inspection workflow by automatically identifying components and critical defect locations, quantifying their dimensions and severity, and aligning findings with maintenance protocols for faster, more informed decisions. Seamless workflow automation ensures end-to-end efficiency—from data acquisition to reporting—within integrated digital ecosystems.

Latest techniques such as AI-powered denoising significantly improve imaging quality and reduce inspection time in CT scans, while a Synthetic Defect Simulator supports effective AI model training in data-scarce real-world scenarios. The presentation also covers ethical data practices, showcasing how image anonymization enables secure, scalable use of inspection data while maintaining privacy and model quality. We further illustrate how AI itself can be leveraged to enhance data privacy and anonymization processes.

We present real-world case studies, including AI-powered borescope inspections of aircraft engines, enhanced CT scan analysis using AI denoising, defect detection in ultrasonic inspections of rail wheels and thickness evaluation, and synthetic defect generation for radiographic weld inspections.

Crucially, the success of these innovations lies in strong collaboration between NDT subject matter experts, data scientists, and automation technologies. This presentation highlights the multidisciplinary effort required to bring AI from prototype to production, ensuring both technical and operational alignment.

This session offer a forward-looking view of how AI and digital workflow automation are becoming integral to the digital future of NDT, empowering smarter, faster, and more reliable inspections across the industry.