Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
An Interactive Overview of Chapter 10
About Ultrasonic Testing
Ultrasonic testing (UT) is a vital nondestructive testing (NDT) method that uses high-frequency sound waves to characterize materials. This interactive guide explores the 17 key parts of UT, based on the Nondestructive Testing Handbook overview. UT is widely used due to its many advantages:
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High Sensitivity
Detects minute discontinuities and flaws.
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High Penetration
Inspects very thick or long sections of material.
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Accurate Measurement
Precisely locates and sizes discontinuities.
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Rapid Evaluation
Allows for fast manual or automated inspection.
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Single-Side Access
Requires access to only one side of the test object.