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The global contribution of the automotive industry to the world economy is approximately $3.4 trillion (2021 – Mc Kinsey). Yet very little is communicated about the nondestructive testing (NDT) techniques used for industrial inspection to meet those often mutually opposed pressures of productivity and quality.
In the past, simple X-ray radiography was sufficient in providing an image needed for this inspection. However, because it views structures in 2D, simple radiography is limited in engineering applications as the objects become more complex. This is where computed tomography (CT) becomes valuable.
The future of the automotive industry depends on sustainability and rapidly changing innovation. The availability and adoption of advanced technology solutions is driving the majority of the underlying trends in the marketplace.
A Nikon Metrology XT H 225 ST computed tomography imaging system at the University of Arkansas is enabling non-destructive, 2D and 3D study of the inside as well as the outside of a wide variety of objects. Download the white paper to read more.
CT inspection of the final part can check that the manufactured part exactly matches the initial 3D design, providing dimensional analysis and metrology of all critical internal dimensions.
Additive manufacturing (AM) probably represents the greatest paradigm shift in engineering manufacture since casting and the development of machine tools.
News in early July is usually dominated by Fourth of July celebrations and sporting events like the NBA Finals, Stanley Cup, and the MLB All-Star Game. This July has been no different, other than coverage of three separate American billionaires going, or soon planning to go, into outer space.
Digital radiography is the future. Read about the most common modalities, computed radiography (CR) and digital detector array (DDA) radiography, that are replacing traditional film-based inspections.
As additive manufacturing (AM) applications are more widely adopted, processes and material specifications, testing and inspection requirements are all gaining importance.
With the advancements of many manufacturing processes, computed tomography (CT) and digital radiography (DR) are continuing to expand into new sectors of nearly all industries. Historically, these nondestructive testing (NDT) methods were primarily used for inspection of critical components, however, we are seeing an increasing number of companies extensively applying these technologies beyond just inspection work.
