Sensors & Electronics
Macro Property Measurement
Real-Time Ultrasonic Inspection System (55)
Problem: Rapid, real-time, non-destructive method required to detect flaws in composite materials and components
Project Activity Scope (from Technical Overview Chart): Interaction Mechanisms through Integrated Systems
PNNL Solution:
- Developed unique hybrid method (ultrasonic and optical) to provide real-time, simultaneous inspection of large sample areas ( > 100 cm2)
- Developed/demonstrated laboratory prototype inspection systems
- Commercialized medical imaging
- This innovation won an R&D 100 Award in 1995
Capabilities Employed to Meet Client Needs:
Ultrasonic transducer technology; optical and ultrasonic physics; holography phenomena; RF and high voltage electronics design and fabrication; electronic control and signal processing electronics; mechanical system design and fabrication; non-destructive evaluation technology requirements and evaluation; video equipment integration; image analysis software application; computer system development for system control, data acquisition/storage, and data analysis; system documentation and support; client staff training.
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Contact: Morris Good
