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Section 2: Physics of Ultrasound

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2.6.2 Factors Affecting Attenuation:<br />

1. Testing Factors<br />

• Testing frequency<br />

• Boundary conditions<br />

• Wave form geometry<br />

2. Base Material Factors<br />

• Material type<br />

• Chemistry<br />

• Integral constituents (fiber, voids, water content, inclusion, anisotropy)<br />

• Forms (casting, wrought)<br />

• Heat treatment history<br />

• Mechanical processes(Hot or cold working; forging, rolling, extruding,<br />

TMCP, directional working)

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