Gives a cross-sectional view of aircraft sheet metal joints. Allows dimensional measurement and material identification of sub-surface layers. Only one-sided access needed. Does not interfere with hangar activity. Scaffolding and stands are not needed.
Data are digital files.
Easily stored and transmitted via Internet. Future Work Additional field trials will be conducted. Mechanical upgrading will be done to make placement of the scan head on the aircraft quicker. Expected Results Reliable, accurate, cost-effective techniques for the detection of corrosion will be developed and validated. This method is intended for localized inspections.