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Preparatory Notes for ASNT NDT Level III Examination - Ultrasonic Testing, UT

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2.6.2 Factors Affecting Attenuation:<br />

1. <strong>Testing</strong> Factors<br />

• <strong>Testing</strong> frequency<br />

• Boundary conditions<br />

• Wave <strong>for</strong>m 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; <strong>for</strong>ging, rolling, extruding,<br />

TMCP, directional working)

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