Penetrating the intricacies of weld radiograph interpretation

Journal Article · Mon May 01 04:00:00 EDT 1995 · Welding Journal

OSTI ID:69872

Weber, T V ^[1]

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1. Weber and Associates, Hendersonville, TN (United States)

Though numerous inspection techniques exist, many weld inspectors are especially comfortable with RT. The technique has several advantages, not the least of which is the extensive experience most inspectors already have in interpreting radiographs. It should be noted that many people still make a distinction between x-rays and radiographs, defining x-rays as film produced by an electrical device emitting x-radiation, while radiographs are produced using either x-rays or radioactive isotopes that emit gamma radiation. The RT methodology used by the American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) includes both techniques, but since there are several distinct differences, many inspectors continue to use the above description. Here, several tips and techniques are presented to aid in the interpretation of radiographic test film.

• OSTI ID: 69872
• Journal Information: Welding Journal, Journal Name: Welding Journal Journal Issue: 5 Vol. 74; ISSN 0043-2296; ISSN WEJUA3
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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