The detection of defects in tubes and plates using guided waves

Eddy current testing is the non-destructive test method of choice for the inspection of condenser tubes. However, unplanned shutdowns of power stations, due to unexpected condenser tube failures, still occur despite rigorous eddy current inspection programs. In addition to the improvement required i...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Oaker, Bradley
Other Authors: Tait, Robert B
Format: Dissertation
Language:English
Published: University of Cape Town 2015
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Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/11427/11182