ASM Handbook : Nondestructive Evaluation and Quality Control

The basic principles of each method along with its corresponding capabilities are outlined in 23 separate articles. Detailed information is provided on commonly used methods such as liquid penetrant, magnetic particle, eddy current and radiographic inspection, digital image enhancement, ultrasonic inspection, tomography, and real-time radiography.

Volume 17 of Metals Handbook is a testament to the growing importance and increased sophistication of methods used to nondestructively test and analyze engineered products and assemblies. For only through a thorough understanding of modern techniques for nondestructive evaluation and statistical analysis can product reliability and quality control be achieved and maintained.

As with its 8th Edition predecessor, the aim of this Volume is to provide detailed technical information that will enable readers to select, use, and interpret nondestructive methods. Coverage, however, has been significantly expanded to encompass advances in established techniques as well as introduce the most recent developments in computed tomography, digital image enhancement, acoustic microscopy, and electromagnetic techniques used for stress analysis. In addition, material on quantitative analysis and statistical methods for design and quality control (subjects covered only briefly in the 8th Edition) has been substantially enlarged to reflect the increasing utility of these disciplines.

Publication of Volume 17 also represents a significant milestone in the history of ASM International. This Volume completes the 9th Edition of Metals Handbook, the largest single source of information on the technology of metals that has ever been compiled. The magnitude, respect, and success of this unprecedented reference set calls for a special tribute to its many supporters. Over the past 13 years, the ASM Handbook Committee has been tireless in its efforts, ASM members have been unflagging in their support, and the editorial staff devoted and resourceful. Their efforts, combined with the considerable knowledge and technical expertise of literally thousands of authors, contributors, and reviewers, have resulted in reference books which are comprehensive in coverage and which set the highest standards for quality. To all these men and women, we extend our most sincere appreciation and gratitude.