by SDI | Nov 5, 2019 | blog
The use of ultrasonic measurement technology is fast becoming one of the most effective and reliable ways to get an accurate picture of certain aircraft components, systems and the materials that go into making them. And although many outside the field of...
by SDI | Oct 16, 2019 | blog
Just the mention of the word crack, fissure or fracture is enough to panic the general public as it relates to aircraft that they may be using at some point. The idea of any kind of breach to an aircraft’s frame also sets off alarm bells in the minds of pilots,...
by SDI | Oct 4, 2019 | blog
In a little less than a month from now The AINDT Conference will hold its annual a three-day gathering of global experts from a wide range of industry, research and NDT academic backgrounds. This event – which is being held at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort and...
by SDI | Sep 16, 2019 | blog
Among all the applications of industrial ultrasonic testing there are, flaw detection is perhaps the most commonly used and some say most efficient technique there is. This application uses high frequency sound waves that are reflected from an object’s flaws and that...
by SDI | Sep 8, 2019 | blog
There is no question that nondestructive technology (NDT) is growing by leaps and bounds as an industry. In fact, just four short years ago the market was valued a $12 billion and it has now grown to nearly $18 billion dollars. Thus, NDT is not only an efficient way...
by SDI | Aug 28, 2019 | blog
Non-destructive testing (NDT) is a way to detect and evaluate flaws in materials without causing harm to those materials. It is an invaluable tool within the aerospace sector as it plays a vital role in the design, manufacture and maintenance of aircraft. Moreover,...