The Development for Green Channel Cargo Inspection System

2012 ◽  
Vol 152-154 ◽  
pp. 1736-1740
Author(s):  
Yuan Ping Shi ◽  
Jing Sheng Yu ◽  
Li Qin Zhang ◽  
Hong Qiang Sun ◽  
Pu Hao
Keyword(s):  
Low Cost ◽  
Inspection System ◽  
Non Destructive Testing ◽  
Standard Samples ◽  
Destructive Testing ◽  
Green Channel ◽  
Manual Inspection ◽  
Cargo Inspection ◽  
Inspection Systems ◽  
Non Destructive

We designed a set of non-destructive system which is based on ray inspection systems, it mainly used to detect the Green Channel Cargo, and the result will be given out within 30 seconds. The ray coefficient of the Green Channel Cargo are different from the other transport cargo, so we can measure the absorption coefficient and compare it with the standard samples which is pre-built. The moved radioactive source and detector are designed, in order to prevent the mixed goods, we designed the removable radioactive sources and detectors, so the goods can be scanned up and down and around. Once the goods are mixed together, the ray coefficient which is calculated synchronously will be abnormal, parking and manual inspection is a supplementary means, so as to achieve a low-cost non-destructive testing.

scholarly journals Pipeline In-Line Inspection Method, Instrumentation and Data Management

Sensors ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (11) ◽  
pp. 3862
Author(s):  
Qiuping Ma ◽  
Guiyun Tian ◽  
Yanli Zeng ◽  
Rui Li ◽  
Huadong Song ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Data Management ◽  
Petroleum Products ◽  
Metal Loss ◽  
Non Destructive Testing ◽  
Destructive Testing ◽  
Inspection Method ◽  
Safety Issues ◽  
Pipeline Inspection ◽  
Inspection Systems ◽  
Non Destructive

Pipelines play an important role in the national/international transportation of natural gas, petroleum products, and other energy resources. Pipelines are set up in different environments and consequently suffer various damage challenges, such as environmental electrochemical reaction, welding defects, and external force damage, etc. Defects like metal loss, pitting, and cracks destroy the pipeline’s integrity and cause serious safety issues. This should be prevented before it occurs to ensure the safe operation of the pipeline. In recent years, different non-destructive testing (NDT) methods have been developed for in-line pipeline inspection. These are magnetic flux leakage (MFL) testing, ultrasonic testing (UT), electromagnetic acoustic technology (EMAT), eddy current testing (EC). Single modality or different kinds of integrated NDT system named Pipeline Inspection Gauge (PIG) or un-piggable robotic inspection systems have been developed. Moreover, data management in conjunction with historic data for condition-based pipeline maintenance becomes important as well. In this study, various inspection methods in association with non-destructive testing are investigated. The state of the art of PIGs, un-piggable robots, as well as instrumental applications, are systematically compared. Furthermore, data models and management are utilized for defect quantification, classification, failure prediction and maintenance. Finally, the challenges, problems, and development trends of pipeline inspection as well as data management are derived and discussed.

Technical Note: Detection of delamination in tyres using eddy currents

1997 ◽  
Vol 211 (1) ◽  
pp. 79-82 ◽  
Author(s):  
X. E. Gros
Keyword(s):  
Eddy Currents ◽  
Structural Integrity ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Technical Note ◽  
Quality And Safety ◽  
Non Destructive Testing ◽  
Destructive Testing ◽  
Safety Standards ◽  
Current Testing ◽  
Non Destructive

Non-destructive testing (NDT) is a useful tool to assess the structural integrity of components in order to maintain quality and safety standards. A low-cost electromagnetic technique based on eddy currents induced into a material appeared promising for the inspection of composite materials. Experiments were carried out in order to assess the potential of eddy currents in detecting delamination in rubber tyres. Infrared thermography was used to verify inspection results achieved with eddy currents. Non-destructive examination results are presented in this paper; these confirm that eddy current testing is an economically viable alternative for the inspection of steel reinforced truck tyres.

scholarly journals Motion Analysis of A Low Cost Customized A-Scan Non Destructive Testing Unit

2018 ◽  
Vol 217 ◽  
pp. 04002
Author(s):  
M.N. M. Zukri ◽  
E. A. Bakar
Keyword(s):  
Low Cost ◽  
Research Field ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Signal Acquisition ◽  
Non Destructive Testing ◽  
Destructive Testing ◽  
Current Product ◽  
Stepper Motors ◽  
Research And Education ◽  
Non Destructive

This study introduced a new design of a low-cost customized A-scan Non Destructive Testing (NDT) unit using microcontroller-based scanning motion. the scanning unit from previous research has limitations in scanning envelope area and ability of detection. It can only detect large defects. To solve the limitations mentioned above, the purpose of this study is to develop a device with lower cost, more appropriate size of scanning envelop area, and ability to detect internal layer defections. the mechanism of this machine is achieved by using 3 NEMA 17 bipolar stepper motors for the movement of every axis. MATLAB is used in this machine for the purposes of signal acquisition, signal analysis and to control the linear motions. Since this machine is small in size (40cm x 27cm x 72cm), it can be used for small scale testing and analysis. As compared with current product, this machine is more portable and affordable. Thus, it is more convenient in the areas of research and education. the contributions of this machine is providing an affordable machine for advancement research field and enhancement quality inspection in manufacturing industries.

Influence of Test Specimens Shape on Measurements of Electrical Resistivity of Concrete

2014 ◽  
Vol 634 ◽  
pp. 479-484
Author(s):  
Ronaldo Alves Medeiros ◽  
Maryangela Geimba Lima
Keyword(s):  
Electrical Resistivity ◽  
Service Life ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Cylindrical Shape ◽  
Non Destructive Testing ◽  
Destructive Testing ◽  
Use Of Data ◽  
New Models ◽  
Non Destructive ◽  
Execution Technique

The need to insert the durability factor on dimensioning concrete structures has been stimulating the development of new models to predict the service life of those structures. Among those new models, the use of data from Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) is recommended. It is known that electrical resistivity is a parameter related with permeability and, in consequence, with the resistance of the concrete against the intrusion of aggressive agents. Electrical resistivity may be monitored with time by a NDT method, by a low cost and easy execution technique. However, some parameters of this essay need to be further discussed in the literature aiming to standardize this technique. Thus, this study had the goal to verify the influence of test specimen’s shape in measurements of electrical resistivity. In order to that, cylindrical and prismatic test specimens have been molded from a same type of concrete and electrical resistivity was monitored during a period of 120 days. Results show significant differences between the values obtained. Test specimens in cylindrical shape had the higher results. A good correlation between factors was found with R2 higher than 0.94.

Non-Destructive Testing for the Evaluation of Pozzolanic Mortar Reinforced to Corrosion

2014 ◽  
Vol 1064 ◽  
pp. 42-48 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. Hamadache ◽  
M. Mouli ◽  
F. Dif ◽  
N. Bouhamou ◽  
A.S. Benosman
Keyword(s):  
Portland Cement ◽  
Beneficial Effect ◽  
Corrosion Potential ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Sulfate Attack ◽  
Non Destructive Testing ◽  
Destructive Testing ◽  
Natural Pozzolan ◽  
Pozzolanic Reactivity ◽  
Non Destructive

Our work aims to studying the addition of the natural pozzolan located in Beni Saf (Algeria) at non-destructive testing for the evaluation of pozzolan mortar reinforced to corrosion. We chose to study this natural addition because of its low cost and its pozzolanic reactivity. To do this, we have carried out tests on mortars made to Portland cement CEM I 42,5 N and substituted by weight based percentages of different natural pozzolan (10%, 20% and 30%). We have measured the corrosion potential and the corrosion speed of different deadlines. The results indicated that is it possible to highlight the beneficial effect of this addition. The analysis of achievements shows that the addition of the pozzolan in optimal quantities has the following advantages: protection of reinforcement against corrosion and increase the resistance against the sulfate attack (5% Na2SO4).

A Real-Time Automatic Inspection System for Pattavia Pineapples

2006 ◽  
Vol 321-323 ◽  
pp. 1186-1191 ◽  
Author(s):  
Watcharin Kaewapichai ◽  
Pakorn Kaewtrakulpong ◽  
Asa Prateepasen
Keyword(s):  
Real Time ◽  
High Performance ◽  
Inspection System ◽  
Non Destructive Testing ◽  
Destructive Testing ◽  
Recognition Phase ◽  
Histogram Intersection ◽  
Two Phases ◽  
Belt Transmission ◽  
Non Destructive

This paper presents a machine vision method to inspect the maturity of pineapples that ripe naturally. Unlike previous methods, the proposed technique can be categorized as a real-time non destructive testing (Real-Time NDT) approach. It consists of two phases, learning and recognition phases. In the learning phase, the system constructs a library of reference pineappleskin- color models. In the recognition phase, the same process is performed to build a pineappleskin- color model of the testing subject. The model is then compared with each of the reference in the library by a method called region-segmented histogram intersection. The subject is then labeled with the grade of the best match. The system achieved a high performance and speed (3 frames/sec.) in our experiment. The system also includes weighing machine on belt transmission for weight prediction.

Generator Retaining Rings: In Situ Inspection and Life Assessment

2009 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jan Willem Noteboom
Keyword(s):  
Life Assessment ◽  
Inspection System ◽  
Non Destructive Testing ◽  
Detection Capability ◽  
Destructive Testing ◽  
New Developments ◽  
Retaining Ring ◽  
The Common ◽  
Non Destructive

Stress corrosion cracking (SCC) in retaining rings of generators has been a major issue since large generator manufactures started to advise generator owners to replace and inspect retaining rings made from certain materials in the mid 1990’s. KEMA has been inspecting generator retaining rings with automated systems from the seventies on. Since 1995 new developments led to the possibility of also testing rings in situ, eliminating the need of removing the rotor from the stator and thus saving considerable down-time. Over the years, step by step improvements to the system and its application to generator retaining ring inspections have been implemented, one of which is the use of smaller probes and manipulators. Another improvement is the implementation of eddy current testing (ECT) to increase the detection capability for cracking at the outside surface in parallel to the automated ultrasonic testing (AUT). Experience obtained with this method contradicts some of the common ideas about reliability of other Non-destructive testing (NDT) methods, in particular the application of Dye Penetrant inspection (DPI) which appears to be less reliable. By performing fracture mechanics calculations to evaluate detected and sized flaw indications, predictions of remaining life of the rings can be made (Fitness-for-Purpose analysis). This paper presents results of applying the in situ retaining ring inspection system in the last 14 years and gives an overview of cases — some of those from recent inspections — where defect indications were detected, sized and evaluated. In some cases this resulted in recommendations to replace the retaining rings.

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