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Abstract
Research Overview
Uninformed End Users Hinder Extensive Adoption of Recent NDT Techniques
Low awareness regarding non-destructive testing (NDT) techniques is limiting
the uptake of some of the newer techniques such as phased array ultrasonics
and digital radiography. End users also seem hesitant to adopt phased array
into the mainstream due to its high initial cost. An additional challenge for
NDT manufacturers is meeting the high customer expectations. Customers are
demanding a host of features in the new equipment, which may not be possible
due to technology or economic limitations. These NDT techniques, however,
continue to be within the reach of well-trained consumers who understand and
appreciate the benefits.
This Technical Insights study provides an overview of emerging trends in NDT.
A synopsis of the emerging techniques, analysis of recent developments in the
fields of ultrasonic testing, eddy current testing, surface inspection, visual
inspection, and radiographic inspection is included in this study. The study
identifies commercial applications for NDT testing and provides a summary of
key patents that will offer an insight into notable activities and important
market participants. A report on technology drivers, restraints, and
challenges in NDT is also presented to enable companies to align their
positioning strategies so as to benefit from these emerging technologies.
Drawbacks of NDT Techniques Reduce Chances of Monopolizing the Market
The inbuilt disadvantage of NDT methods curbs it from monopolizing the market.
"NDT inspection requirements depend entirely on the material and structural
configuration and lifecycle stage of the product," explains the analyst. "For
example, ultrasound testing is influenced by background noise, which may
result in off the-mark measurements." Nonetheless, a series of advancements
related to computers and other interdisciplinary fields have made major
impacts on the NDT methods thereby making them indispensable and increasing
the occurrences of NDT usage.
In fact, advancements in the development of new materials are expected to reap
rich results in terms of renewed demand for NDT testing. These materials are
expected to have the strength and resilience of traditional materials while
being lightweight and affordable. The advent in microelectronics is
anticipated to bring a horde of other beneficial improvements in NDT such as
reduction in cost, instrumentation weight, and size. All these factors combine
to boost the future of NDT technique despite its inherent shortcomings.
Modernization Increases Acceptance of New Techniques
"Efforts are being made to integrate several NDT methods; data fusion
techniques are being developed to enable effective data-acquisition,
processing, and interpretation of the test parameters in relation to the
material integrity," notes the analyst. "Phased array technology with its
electronically controlled multiple probes has moved from the medical to the
manufacturing industry and other technologies such as eddy current and
magnetic particle inspection are being widely utilized in the aerospace
sector."
Advances in sensors, development of new materials, and miniaturization of
devices are all paving the way for NDT techniques. The future of NDT looks
bright with possibilities of intensive adoption across several
interdisciplinary fields.
Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary
Key Findings
- Noteworthy Emerging Technologies
- Noteworthy Applications
Scope & Methodology
2. Technology and Applications Viewpoint
Overview of Non-Destructive Testing
- What Is Non-Destructive Testing?
- Technology Roadmap
Visual Inspection and Acoustic Emission Testing
- Visual Inspection
- Acoustic Emission Testing
Surface Inspection
- Penetrant Testing
- Magnetic Inspection
Radiographic Inspection
- Gamma Radiography
- High Energy Radiography and Radiographic Film Testing
- X-Radiography
- X-Ray Computerized Tomography and Direct Radiographic Imaging
Ultrasonic Inspection and Eddy Current Testing
- Ultrasonic Inspection
- Eddy Current Testing
3. Technology Adoption Factor Analysis
Analysis of Overall Technology Accelerators and Barriers
- Overall Technology Accelerators
- Overall Technology Barriers
Market Factors and Regulatory Issues
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- Regulatory Issues and Standards
- Industry Trends
4. Assessment of Research and Innovation
Assesment of Research in Universities and National Laboratories
- Infrared Thermography for Assessment of Aircraft Composites--Greece
- LBNL Develops Novel NDE System for Automotive Assembly Lines--US
- Air-Coupled Ultrasonic Testing for Composites--US
- Protection for Optical Fiber Sensors--China
- Pulsed Eddy Current Systems To Detect Surface Cracks--UK
- Using Bayesian Analysis for NDT--US
- Structural Health Monitoring Using PZT Patches--India
- Detecting Defects in Ceramic Coatings Using Laser Acoustic Emission--Japan
- Using Lamb Waves To Detect Delamination in Composites--Japan
- Detecting Ferromagnetic Particles in Gas Turbines--Germany
- Understanding Cracks in Structures to Avoid Failure--Greece
- Smart Fibers for Automotive Applications--UK
- Measuring Thickness of Chromium Metal Layers--Germany
- Using Ultrasound To Assess Material Properties--Spain
Assesment of Research in Companies
- GE Certified Phase Array System Helps in Reduction of Manufacturing
Time--US
- Digitized Manual UT Instrument--Germany
- Flaw Detecting Software from Panametrics NDT--US
- UT Testing Equipment for the Lockheed Martin' s F-35--US
- Novel Thermal Imgaging Camera from Electrophysics--US
- Novel NDT System for Metallic Structures--Australia
- SAAB Installs New UT System for Aerospace Structures--Sweden
- Time of Flight Diffraction for Detecting Weld Cracks--Singapore
- Independent Component Health Monitor from Oceania--US
- Breakthrough Inspection Equipment for Defects in Electronic Chips--US
5. Key Patents and Database of Key Industry Participants
Key Patents
- Patents in Eddy Current Testing
- Patents in Ultrasonic Testing
- Patents in X-Ray Inspection
Database of Key Industry Participants
- Universities and National Laboratories
- Companies
6. Frost & Sullivan 2005 Science and Technology Awards
Excellence in Technology Award
- Award Description
- Award Recipient
Technology Innovation Award
- Award Description
- Award Recipient
Product Innovation Award
- Award Description
- Award Recipient
7. Critical Reference Tables
Decision Support Database
- Primary Aluminium Production (1999-2006)
- Crude Steel Production (1999-2006)
- Total Number of Aircraft (1999-2006)
- Total Number of Military Aircraft (1999-2006)
- Total Number of Airports (1999-2006)
- Total Number of Commercial Aircraft in Service Worldwide (1999-2006)
- Total Bus Production (1999-2006)
- Total Car Production (1999-2006)
