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Inspection Inspection is usually the first step in any investigation; however it offers a wealth of possibilities. It is not always possible to undertake laboratory analysis of a failure due to logistics, however on site inspection can often suffice when determining the problem and finding a solution. Non-destructive testing and examination (NDT/E) can be used to confirm the success of repairs, track the development of long term deterioration and locate defects deep within a material that could cause catastrophic failures. We undertake designing and managing of NDT schedules and we also have experience of remote monitoring systems as Materials Technology believes that any investigation should be as non-invasive as possible. The cases below show some of the types of work we have been involved in. |
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The wind turbine market is very dynamic and rapidly evolving. We recently developed a remote mini camera monitoring system for monitoring deflections on the tip brakes at the ends of 31m long blades |
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| . | Remote positive materials identification on a high temperature plant whilst can allow the location of embrittling phases in alloys permitting early warning of potential failures (see for example the welding case history). We are currently working in a collaborative EU project developing laser induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS) for this application |
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The Hyball remote operated vehicle (ROV) is used in underwater inspections of hulls, docks and culverts. It has the ability to feed video to the surface and take high quality 35mm stills. |
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