Project Number (JTEG Assigned) | NS-09-0004 |
Project Title | Alternative Process/Technology for Radiographic Testing (RT) of Pipe Welds |
Service | NAVSEA |
Command | NAVSEA / Naval Shipyards |
Implementation Depot | PSNSY&IMF |
Project Lead | Kurt Doehnert, SEA 04XP, kurt.doehnert@navy.mil |
TI Goals Supported | C-1, S-2, P-3 |
Focus Area | Inspection/Test |
Platform General | Ship |
Platform Specific | All |
Implemented Technology | Phased Array Ultrasonic |
Problem Definition | RT is comparatively very high cost due to control, logistics, and operating requirements of radiographic sources |
Proposed Solution | Latest developments in Ultrasonic Testing (UT) technology, such as phased array (PA), have increased its resolution and added capability to record inspection results. |
Expected Result | Allow use new enhanced ultrasonic testing (UT) methods instead of RT where feasible. |
Benefits | UT Advantages:
– Some defects not seen by RT, especially laminar flaws and lack ofpenetration between weld layers |
Unfunded Requirement | |
Start FY | FY09 |
Completion Date | |
WIP | Yes |
Implemented | Yes |
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Alternative Process/Technology for Radiographic Testing (RT) of Pipe Welds
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