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Industrial ultrasonic NDT adaptation permits accessible composite bicycle inspection
Cycle Inspect's ASNT-aligned certification program employs affordable twin-crystal ultrasonic testing equipment and standardized inspection methods to detect damage in composite bicycle components.
Stewart Mitchell
Contributing Writer
Xarion’s dry, contact-free NDT method closes automated ultrasonic testing gap
From large aerospace production systems to challenging small-scale honeycomb applications, LEA has already proven itself in demanding industrial environments.
Read MoreHandheld acoustic imager combines ultrasound and infrared for industrial inspection
CAMX 2026: Ludeca presents the CRY8128 acoustic imaging camera from Crysound, capable of pinpointing gas leaks, electrical partial discharge and mechanical deterioration with integrated infrared visualization and wireless reporting software.
Read MoreHow in-process NDT could reshape quality assessment in composites manufacturing
Component complexity, quality expectations, the presence of digital data and other macro-economic implications are pushing in-process NDT technologies toward inevitable necessity.
Read MoreCrashworthy fuselage, tail designs for H2 aircraft using thermoplastic composites
SNAPSHOT: NLR works in Airbus-led Clean Aviation project to demonstrate hydrogen tank integration, double-hinged rudder designs, induction welding and faster NDI.
Read MoreSpiral launches AR-powered spatial inspection platform for composite structures
Roboscope is an iPhone-based system that replaces paper logs with spatially anchored digital defect records on wind turbine blades and large composite parts.
Read MoreWemech BladeScanner concept shifts composites NDT toward standardized, data-supported workflows
Wemech launches an experimental acoustic-analysis program for composite airfoil profile structures to enable more reliable, scalable and digitally traceable inspection solutions, and seeks development partners.
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Flexible, automatic NDT platform for manufacturing composites
IRT Jules Verne, working with Airbus, Daher and French consortium developed a mobile robotic inspection platform that uses less space, water
Ginger Gardiner
Executive Editor, CompositesWorld
LK Metrology Corex 250 CT system is designed for the shop floor
The Corex 250 speaks the same language as the production floor with advanced one-touch intelligence, eliminating specialized metrology training needs and a complex software interface.
Read MoreAmerican Magic uses phased array NDT to safeguard composite boat performance
With the implementation of Evident Scientific tools and systems, the sailing team has improved its in-house inspection capabilities and reduced costly delays.
Read MoreTrilion Quality Systems certifies 3D optical testing, lowers adoption barriers with Aramis 1
The system serves as a strategic entry point into noncontact optical metrology for materials engineers, with a clear growth path toward larger fields of view, higher resolutions or more advanced configurations.
Read MoreUTComp NDE enables Nexxis buried FRP pipe inspection
Evaluating the condition of buried large-diameter pipelines is difficult and unreliable but UTComp’s ultrasonic technology is altering this inspection landscape.
Read MoreRobotic computed laminography brings X-ray CT resolution to large composite structures
Omni NDE collaborative robots, X-ray end effectors and Voxray’s reconstruction approach enables 5-micron inspection of aerospace parts without size constraints.
Read MoreIC-CNR, ENEA use Avizo Software for CT porosity analysis of CFRP
Project demonstrates efficiency of X-ray NDT for composite material structural analysis in monolithic and sandwich materials.
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Plant tour: Airbus, Illescas, Spain
Airbus’ Illescas facility, featuring highly automated composites processes for the A350 lower wing cover and one-piece Section 19 fuselage barrels, works toward production ramp-ups and next-generation aircraft.
Hannah Mason
Technical Editor, CompositesWorld
Nikon Corp. upgrades XT V X-ray, CT inspection system
Software and hardware enhancements support improved nondestructive inspection of electronics and fiber-reinforced products for quality control, R&D and failure analysis.
Read MoreVoidsy expands composites NDT&E into international markets, grows business capabilities
In efforts to transform into a stable, internationally recognized company for quality assurance and predictive maintenance, voidsy is looking for distribution and partnership opportunities outside the DACH region.
Read MoreCycle Inspect announces carbon fiber NDT certification program purpose-built for cycling industry
Full certification targets bicycle MRO professionals, offering comprehensive composite material theory, UT and inspection training that aligns with ASNT standards.
Read MoreHexagon Digital Wave provides requalification services for oilfield service company’s gas transportation fleet
Noninvasive modal acoustic emission (MAE) technology will support composite cylinder inspection for the U.S. company’s virtual pipeline trailers through 2027.
Read MoreAI inspection system with laser projection advances layup precision
CAMX 2025: Visit Virtek to learn more about the Iris Ai system with its new Results Projection feature in action, closing the loop between detection and resolution on the production floor.
Read MoreShearography equipment well suited to composites NDT
CAMX 2025: Laser Technology Inc. features analysis tools like the LTI-2100 and LTI 5200, which are optimal for detecting subsurface composite flaws.
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Twenco develops sensors for smart molds and process control in resin infusion and composites welding
Non-invasive DEA and NDT Analyzer for multi-parameter monitoring, QA and control, including real time simulation feed and 3D process visualization across and through composite parts.
Ginger Gardiner
Executive Editor, CompositesWorld
Cobot enables CAD-free materials inspection path planning
CAMX 2025: Rooted in simplifying complexity, LoneStar NDE Innovations’ Orion inspection tool is made to be rapidly deployable and intuitive, overcoming traditional inspection processes.
Read MoreInstron launches AVE3 noncontact video extensometer
Leveraging CDAT airflow technology and dynamic lighting, the AVE3 delivers a virtually noise-free strain signal, guarding against typical air disturbances when measuring materials in the lab.
Read MoreCactuX in-situ BOX simulates real-life conditions of composite samples during CT analysis
The autonomous in-situ BOX combines the environment temperature control function and power supply function, enabling new possibilities for material and internal structure research.
Read MoreAIMM Center for advanced composites NDT opens in Ogden, Utah
Attendees from SpaceX, Northrop Grumman, Hill AFB, 47G and others joined CICNDT and Omni NDE to demonstrate the latest in robotic CT, RT, shearography, thermography, laser UT and metrology.
Read MoreUTComp NDT inspection prepares FRP Class 40 racing sailboat
Ahead of the competitive Globe40 competition in September, UTComp’s ultrasonic capabilities were used to test the viability of the craft’s carbon fiber mast, boom and bowsprit on the water.
Read MoreFANTOM project forms basis for automated aerocomposite NDT
Three-year collaboration between IRT Jules Verne and partners achieves roboticized platform that meets efficiency and flexibility challenges of large composite parts inspection.
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