Sensors & Electronics
Macro Property Measurement
Remote NDE Inspection in Hazardous Areas (356)
Problem: Need to perform remote, non-destructive inspection of tanks in very hazardous environments.
Project Activity Scope (from Technical Overview Chart): Circuits and Devices through Integrated Systems
PNNL Solution:
- Utilize proven ultrasonic NDE inspection technology
- Integrated robotic crawler to carry the NDE probe into extremely hard to reach areas (e.g., in annular space between walls of double shelled tanks)
- Successfully use system for routine inspection of underground storage tanks
Capabilities Employed to Meet Client Needs: System integration with existing COTS equipment, precision mechanical design and fabrication, Solidworks modeling and simulation, RF shielding, and ultrasonic transducer application.
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Contact: Al Pardini
