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Electromagnetic Testing - Eddy Current Testing Applications Chapter 5 & 6

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Sliding probes give a signal as they pass over a fastener, but if a crack or<br />

corrosion is present, a characteristically different and more complex signal is<br />

produced. For multilayered structures, characteristically different signals are<br />

given for cracks extending along the row of fasteners and for cracks<br />

extending normal to the row. In addition, the signals are different for cracks in<br />

each layer. Interpretation is therefore done by recognition of the characteristic<br />

pattern of the signal from each condition, rather than by analysis of the signal.<br />

An appropriate reference sample is essential so the operator can become<br />

familiar with the signal patterns. An experienced operator can test a row of<br />

fasteners much more rapidly than when using a ring or other type of probe.<br />

Multi-frequency testing can be used to eliminate signals from fasteners, so<br />

that the only signals displayed will be flaw signals. The use of multi-frequency<br />

inspection for the detection of subsurface cracks and corrosion is becoming<br />

more common in use. Two applications of multi-frequency is to, separate the<br />

variables due to skin separation and corrosion at similar depths into the<br />

material, and to inspect beneath installed fasteners for cracks where the<br />

variables caused by the fastener can be eliminated.<br />

Charlie Chong/ Fion Zhang

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