Handbook of Nondestructive Evaluation

Handbook of Nondestructive Evaluation, Second Edition offers unparalleled coverage of the leading product testing standard. This decision-simplifying resource looks at both the major and emerging nondestructive evaluation methods, including visual testing, penetrant testing, magnetic particle testing, radiographic testing, ultrasonic testing, eddy current testing, thermal infrared testing, and acoustic emission testing. Details on the background, benefits, limitations, and applications of each method are provided.

In clear, understandable terms, this book shows how to interpret results and formulate the right decisions based on them, making it a welcome guide for engineers, metallurgists, quality control specialists, nondestructive testing personnel, technical managers, and anyone else involved in product design, manufacture, or maintenance.

Three new chapters: Phased Array Ultrasonics; Guided Wave Ultrasonics; Digital Radiography
A single NDT resource for certification review and testing
Covers the latest nondestructive testing methods for a variety of metals, materials, and applications

Charles Hellier Charles J. Hellier founded and was former President of Hellier Technical Training and Consulting. After the acquisition of his Company 1998, he remained as President then General Manager until his retirement in 2003. He continued as consultant with the company until retiring again in 2011. He has been active in the Techlogy of ndestructive Testing and related Quality and Inspection fields since 1957, and is currently a principal of The Summit Group, LLC a company providing management and technical seminars and consulting services.Michael Shakivsky is an ASNT certificate holder in ultrasonics, radiography, magnetic particle, and penetrant testing. He has specialized in ndestructive testing for more than 40 years. Mr. Shakivsky is currently the Corporate NDT Level III for Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation.