Radiographic Testing in Non-destructive Evaluation
A special issue of NDT (ISSN 2813-477X).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 1 March 2025 | Viewed by 300
Special Issue Editors
Interests: X-ray imaging; cone-beam CT; image quality; deep learning; X-ray diffraction and scattering
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Radiographic testing is a powerful tool in non-destructive evaluation. In recent years, there have been significant advancements in various aspects of this field, including novel system designs, algorithms, and applications. This Special Issue of NDT on “Radiographic Testing in Non-Destructive Evaluation” aims to provide an in-depth overview of these latest developments. In this Special Issue, both original research articles and reviews are welcome. Possible topics include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Radiographic testing techniques: This includes the development and application of methods such as backscatter, 2D radiography, 3D computed tomography, phase-contrast imaging, dark-field imaging, and diffraction. Radiographic sources can include X-ray, gamma-ray, or neutron sources.
- Novel system designs: This encompasses the development and application of innovative system and hardware designs, such as carbon nanotube sources, synchrotron sources, dual-energy systems, photon-counting detectors, portable system designs, and novel system geometries.
- Advanced algorithms for image quality improvements: This includes the development and application of new algorithms, including deep learning, to improve exposure control and image quality through techniques such as denoising, deblurring, and contrast enhancement.
- Advanced algorithms for automating detection and workflow: This includes the development and application of new algorithms, such as deep learning, to automate defect detection and quality evaluation and to streamline the overall workflow.
- Industrial applications: This includes the development and adoption of radiographic testing methods for traditional applications, such as welding, baggage, and chip inspections, and emerging applications, such as 3D printing and additive manufacturing.
- Integration into other NDE methods: This examines the combined use of radiographic testing and other non-destructive evaluation methods, such as ultrasonic testing and magnetic particle testing, to provide comprehensive inspection solutions.
In conclusion, this Special Issue on “Radiographic Testing in Non-destructive Evaluation” aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the latest developments and applications in this field. It seeks to highlight the unique capabilities of radiographic testing in addressing industrial challenges.
We look forward to receiving your contributions.
Dr. Yi Hu
Dr. Pengwei Wu
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- non-destructive testing
- X-ray imaging and scattering
- computed tomography
- novel X-ray source and detector
- portability and miniaturization
- deep learning and advanced image processing
- automatic detection and evaluation
- image quality
- industrial applications
- 3D printing and additive manufacturing
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