Revolutionizing Industrial Inspections with AI-Powered Drones
by Niharika Kolte Alekar This article was originally published in the NDE Outlook column in the May 2024 issue of Materials Evaluation. NDE Outlook focuses on possibility thinking for NDT and NDE. Topics may include technology trends, research in progress, or calls to action. To contribute, please contact Associate Technical Editor Ripi Singh at ripi@inspiringnext.com. The Need […]
Women in NDT Share Opportunities and Challenges
Today is International Women’s Day, “a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women.” Since 2018, ASNT’s monthly journal Materials Evaluation (ME) has dedicated its March issue to increasing awareness of women in NDT. This year, ME interviewed several women in NDT who are relatively early in their NDT career to […]
ISO 56001: A Guide to Accelerating Innovations in NDE
by Rick Fernandez and Ripi Singh, PhD This article was originally published in the NDE Outlook column in the February 2024 issue of Materials Evaluation. NDE Outlook focuses on possibility thinking for NDT and NDE. Topics may include technology trends, research in progress, or calls to action. To contribute, please contact Associate Technical Editor Ripi […]
Applying NDT in Production
In the production stage, if there is a problem with the material used or the process implemented, it is best to have an immediate correction.
We’re All Suspect—Luckily the Imposter Hasn’t Been Found
Technicians can suffer from imposter syndrome—a phenomenon where they doubt their accomplishments and have a persistent fear of being exposed as a “fraud”. The good news is that imposter syndrome can be managed and even overcome.
“This Is ChatGPT; How May I Help You?”
ChatGPT has gone viral, beating all previous records of user engagement and social media domination. We wanted to find out how much does ChatGPT know about NDE 4.0 and if it learns from our interactions.
Reflections on the Pandemic
We really thought back in March 2020 that we were going to work from home for a couple of weeks and then return to the office as if nothing ever happened. Instead, it went on, and on, and on.
Can Artificial Intelligence Help Analyze Data in Aviation-based NDE?
One challenge with aviation NDE data is the broad range of variables. To address the limitations of available data, the US Air Force NDE community integrates the attributes of AI/ML with other algorithms plus human analysis into the final decision-making process. The combination of statistical analysis combined with human analysis has been named intelligence augmentation.
Nondestructive Testing Report Writing: Back to Basics
You know how to complete the inspection, but do you know how to make sure your report reflects your hard work? The importance of writing an NDT report correctly is often underestimated or not emphasized during training. A thorough and clear report demonstrates the integrity of the inspection service provider, and it is important to remember that once a technician has lost their integrity, it is almost impossible to regain it.
Preventing Unethical Behavior in NDT
Leaders can contribute to the unethical behavior environment in many ways. Leaders can make it psychologically unsafe to speak up, can apply excessive pressure to reach unrealistic performance targets, or not set a good example. In this blog post, the author provides recommendations to prevent future unethical behavior.
Meet the Bloggers
For those who cannot join us in Phoenix, we’ll be bringing you into the experience all week here on ASNT Pulse. Three guest bloggers will be sharing their insights throughout the week.
Liquid Penetrant Testing on Oily Surfaces
MPI indications may not be verifiable with PT, as the indications that may have been open to the surface are now filled with MPI contrast paint and carrier liquid.
Serving as an Expert Witness in NDT
When civil disputes or criminal charges arise in an industry, someone must provide expert testimony or evaluations relevant to a case. Attorneys often hire an expert witness to substantiate facts or help juries to understand the relevance of such facts.
Hear A Discussion of Ethics in NDT with Todd Sellmer in Latest Chat NDT with ASNT
The latest episode of Chat NDT with ASNT features Todd Sellmer, Manager of Packaging and Information Systems for Nuclear Waste Partnership LLC. Sellmer speaks to host Debbie Segor about the importance of ethics in the NDT industry.