This paper describes a Phased Array Ultrasonic Examination that was developed for the examination of a limited access circumferential Inconel 718 fusion weld of a Space Shuttle Main Engine Nozzle - Cone. The paper discusses the selection and formation criteria used for the phased array focal laws, the reference standard that simulated hardware conditions, the examination concept, and results. Several unique constraints present during this examination included limited probe movement to a single axis and one-sided access to the weld.


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    Title :

    Phased Array Ultrasonic Examination of Space Shuttle Main Engine Nozzle Weld


    Contributors:
    S. James (author) / J. Engel (author) / D. Kimbrough (author) / M. Suits (author)

    Publication date :

    2001


    Size :

    6 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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