Introduction to Nondestructive Testing

This updated Second Edition covers current state of the art technology and instrumentation. The Second Edition of this well respected publication provides updated coverage of basic nondestructive testing (NDT) principles for currently recognized NDT methods. The book provides information to help students and NDT personnel qualify for Levels I, II, and III certification in the NDT methods of their choice. It is organized in accordance with the American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) Recommended Practice No. SNT TC 1A (2001 Edition). Following the author's logical organization and clear presentation, readers learn both the basic principles and applications for the latest techniques as they apply to a wide range of disciplines that employ NDT, including space shuttle engineering, digital technology, and process control systems. All chapters have been updated and expanded to reflect the development of more advanced NDT instruments and systems with improved monitors, sensors, and software analysis for instant viewing and real time imaging. Keeping pace with the latest developments and innovations in the field, five new chapters have been added: Vibration Analysis, Laser Testing Methods, Thermal/Infrared Testing, Holography and Shearography, and, Overview of Recommended Practice No. SNT TC 1A, 2001. Each chapter covers recommended practice topics such as basic principles or theory of operation, method advantages and disadvantages, instrument description and use, brief operating and calibrating procedures, and typical examples of flaw detection and interpretation, where applicable.

ISBN 0471420298   Pages 712 ISBN13 9780471420293 (What's this?)   Volumes 1 Publisher John Wiley and Sons Ltd   Weight (grammes) 1100 Imprint Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)   Published in Chicester Format Hardback   Height (mm) 239 Publication date 01 Jul 2005   Width (mm) 164 Library of Congress 2004020584   Spine width (mm) 42 DEWEY 620.1127   Academic level Professional / Scholarly DEWEY edition DC22   Alternative ISBN 9780471719144

1		Introduction		1
2		Acoustic emissions		15
3		Electromagnetic testing method		65
4		Laser testing method		131
5		Leak testing methods		179
6		Liquid penetrant tests		221
7		Magnetic particle testing		247
8		Neutron radiographic testing		301
9		Radiograpgic testing method		325
10		Thermal/infrared testing method		407
11		Ultrasonic testing		457
12		Vibration analysis method		521
13		Visual and optical testing		575
14		Overview of recommended practice No. SNT-TC-1A, 2001 edition		639

"...joins the group of respectable books in nondestructive testing...very valuable for certification in NDT methods, this book would be useful for college and University instructors as well." (Materials and Manufacturing Processes, May 2006) "...a handy desktop engineering reference guide for material, welding, and metallurgical engineers...also...an engineering textbook for an undergraduate-or even graduate-level class..." (Journal of Metals Online, January 24, 2006)

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