Handbook of Nondestructive Evaluation - Hardcover

Hellier, Chuck

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0070281211 ISBN 13: 9780070281219

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional, 2001

Synopsis

Perform Accurate, Cost-Effective Product Testing

Nondestructive testing has become the leading product testing standard, and Handbook of Non-Destructive Evaluations by Chuck Hellier is the unparalleled one-stop, A-to-Z guide to this subject. Covering the background, benefits, limitations, and applications of each, 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. In clear, understandable terms, the Handbook shows you how to interpret results and formulate the right decisions based on them, making it a welcome resource for engineers, metallurgists, quality control specialists, and anyone else involved in product design, manufacture, or maintenance. The Handbook is also the ideal prep tool if you’re seeking certification in AWS/CSWIP, ASNT Level III, ACCP, and IRRSP programs. If you’re looking for a one-stop answer to all your nondestructive testing questions, your search ends here.

About this title

From the Back Cover

"Mr. Hellier is one of the most qualified individuals to write such a book . . . he is recognized in almost every country where NDE (Nondestructive Evaluation) is used." --M. J. Bergander Perform Product Testing That’s Both Accurate and Cost-Effective Here in one comprehensive reference, you’ll get a detailed, up-to-date discussion of today’s most commonly used as well as emerging methods of nondestructive testing. Written by a recognized expert in the field, the Handbook summarizes and evaluates the various ways to examine materials without destroying them or altering their structure. Written in clear, understandable terms, Handbook of Nondestructive Evaluation delves into the background, explanation, benefits and limitations, and application of every nondestructive method, including how it compares to destructive testing. You’ll also learn how to interpret results and formulate the right decisions based on them. A welcome resource for engineers, metallurgists, quality control specialists, and anyone else involved in product design, manufacture, or maintenance, the Handbook is also the ideal reference for those interested in obtaining their Level III Certification, ISO 9712 Certification, and the new ASNT/AWS Level II Certification. If you’re looking for a one-stop answer to all your nondestructive testing questions, your search ends here.

About the Author

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 Technology of Nondestructive 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.

Edition details

• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional
• Publication date: 2001
• ISBN 10: 0070281211
• ISBN 13: 9780070281219
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 603