Handbook of Reference Data for Nondestructive Testing (ASTM DATA SERIES PUBLICATION) - Softcover

Mordfin, Leonard

 
9780803120921: Handbook of Reference Data for Nondestructive Testing (ASTM DATA SERIES PUBLICATION)

Synopsis

This pocket-sized handbook is designed to aid the NDT professional when faced with a new challenge. It covers general data, ultrasonic testing, radiography, electromagnetic testing, magnetic particle testing, and leak testing. The reference data appears in tables, charts, graphs, and equations. An appendix lists selected ASTM standards for nondestructive testing. Contributors include experts affiliated with private companies and with the National Institute of Standards and Technology. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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Synopsis

This unique book provides the NDT practitioner with the reference data needed to carry out on-site work properly. The data is provided in tables, charts, graphs, and equations that are compiled from many books and standards. This is the only volume that brings such diverse information together for the first time in one convenient handbook for the experienced and knowledgeable professional, without extraneous text and tutorial material. This resource will help the NDT professional to plan and carry out on-site tests that are likely to produce reliable results. Since a substantial amount of NDT work is carried out in the field, (e.g. power plants, ships, bridges, pipelines, etc) it will be especially beneficial to have this reference data in one easy-to-carry volume, that can be kept in your toolbox. Contents: Chapter 1. General Data; Chapter 2. Ultrasonic Testing, by John Slotwinski; Chapter 3. Radiography; Chapter 4. Electromagnetic Testing, by David Mackintosh; Chapter 5. Penetrant Testing, by Sam Robinson; Chapter 6. Magnetic Particle Testing; Chapter 7.

Leak Testing, by Patrick Abbot and Charles Ehrlich; Appendix - List of Selected ASTM Standards for Nondestructive Testing; Subject Index

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