Evaluation and Development of Phase Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT) System for Additively Manufactured Parts
- Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), Oak Ridge, TN (United States)
- The Phased Array Company, West Chester, OH (United States)
This research focuses on the application of advanced ultrasonic testing techniques developed by The Phased Array Company (TPAC) for inspecting defects in additive manufacturing (AM) parts. Traditionally, X-ray computed tomography is the standard for inspecting AM components. Although, the long inspection and analysis time, along with relatively high cost make implementation difficult. Thus, an alternative nondestructive evaluation (NDE) approach is necessary to support quality assurance efforts within the field of AM. TPAC is recognized as a leader in ultrasonic testing innovation, deploying sophisticated algorithms such as Total Focusing Method (TFM) and Phased Wave Imaging (PWI) for ultrasonic data processing and interpretation. This work will explore how the TFM and PWI algorithms can assist defect detection within polymer AM parts. The AM field is seeking novel NDE methods to provide support within quality control and assurance efforts. Advanced ultrasonics inspection have the potential to fulfill this need.
- Research Organization:
- Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), Oak Ridge, TN (United States); The Phased Array Company, West Chester, OH (United States)
- Sponsoring Organization:
- USDOE Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE)
- DOE Contract Number:
- AC05-00OR22725
- OSTI ID:
- 3002050
- Report Number(s):
- ORNL/TM--2025/4225; NFE-20-08387
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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