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eLibrary > ASME PTB-15-2023 Full Matrix Capture Training Manual >

ASME PTB-15-2023 Full Matrix Capture Training Manual, 2023

TABLE OF CONTENTS
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
FOREWORD
1 HISTORY [Go to Page]
1.1 ASME History
1.2 ASME and FMC
1.3 History of FMC and TFM
1.4 Equivalence of Early Developments
2 FMC-TFM [Go to Page]
2.1 Full Matrix Capture (FMC) [Go to Page]
2.1.1 Principle for Firing and Data Collection
2.1.2 FMC Signal Characteristics
2.1.3 Typical FMC Signal Explained
2.1.4 Alternative Firing and Data Collection Methods
2.1.5 FMC Processes Using Different TR Methods
2.1.6 FMC Data Size and Storage
2.1.7 FMC Data Storage
2.2 Total Focusing Method (TFM) [Go to Page]
2.2.1 TFM General
2.2.2 Principle for Data Reconstruction
2.3 Wave Type, Reconstruction Mode [Go to Page]
2.3.1 Naming Conventions
2.3.2 TFM Modes
2.3.3 Some Flaw Strategies
2.3.4 Beam Spread Considerations
2.3.5 Self-Tandem Modes
2.3.6 Effects of Thickness
2.4 Amplitude Fidelity [Go to Page]
2.4.1 Amplitude Fidelity in Signal Processing
2.4.2 Grid Construction
2.4.3 TFM Grid Resolution
2.5 Scan Plan [Go to Page]
2.5.1 Defining the Specimen and the Probe
2.5.2 Scan Plan for Specific Flaws
2.5.3 Locating the TFM Grid
2.5.4 Scan Plan Design
2.6 Fourier and Hilbert Transforms [Go to Page]
2.6.1 Time vs. Frequency Representation of Signals (Fourier Transform)
2.6.2 Hilbert Transform
3 TFMS [Go to Page]
3.1 Synthetic Aperture Focusing Technique [Go to Page]
3.1.1 Data Collection
3.1.2 Post Processing
3.1.3 Resolution
3.2 Virtual Source Aperture
3.3 Migration and Inverse Wave Extrapolation (IWEX), crossover between NDT and Geophysics [Go to Page]
3.3.1 History of Migration in Geophysics
3.3.2 Examples of crossover between geophysics and NDT
3.3.3 Difference Between Basic FMC-TFM and IWEX
3.3.4 Data Displays Used for IWEX
3.3.5 Electronics Hardware
3.4 Iterative TFM
3.5 Adaptive TFM–A Framework [Go to Page]
3.5.1 Basic Process
3.5.2 Metallurgical Study
3.5.3 Material Anisotropy Distribution Model
3.5.4 Material Properties and Wave Propagation in an Elastic Media
3.5.5 Cauchy Tensor, Christoffel Matrix, and Key Velocity Parameters
3.5.6 The Slowness Surface, Slowness Curves
3.5.7 Group velocity and Phase velocity
3.5.8 Detection of Anisotropic Characteristics
3.5.9 Path Dependent Adaptation Process
3.5.10 Model Evolution
3.5.11 Degrees of Freedom
3.5.12 TFM Process
3.6 PWI-ML [Go to Page]
3.6.1 Plane Wave Imaging
3.7 Sectorial Total Focusing [Go to Page]
3.7.1 STF, LTF, CTF Processes (Techniques but not Methods)
3.8 TFMi [Go to Page]
3.8.1 Terminology
3.8.2 FMC Acquisition Characteristics
3.8.3 Propagation Modes
3.8.4 Region of Interest
3.8.5 Image Sensitivity
3.8.6 TFMi
3.8.7 Advantages of TFMi
3.9 Phase Coherence Imaging [Go to Page]
3.9.1 What is PCI?
3.9.2 Interpreting PCI data
3.9.3 Conclusion
4 INSTRUMENTS [Go to Page]
4.1 Hardware Challenges [Go to Page]
4.1.1 The Challenge Posed by FMC
4.1.2 TFM Image Data Rate
4.1.3 The TFM Calculation Challenge
4.1.4 FPGA Performance
4.1.5 GPU Performance
4.1.6 FPGA/GPU Comparison
4.1.7 Adaptive and Iterative TFM
4.2 Deployment Schemes/Scanning Equipment [Go to Page]
4.2.1 Introduction
4.2.2 Manual Scanning
4.2.3 Nonautomated Scanner
4.2.4 Semi-automated Scanner
4.2.5 Fully Automated Scanner
4.2.6 Application Specific
4.2.7 Conclusion
5 ARRAYS [Go to Page]
5.1 Abstract
5.2 Basic Overview of Ultrasonic Transducers and Their Construction [Go to Page]
5.2.1 What is a Transducer?
5.2.2 The Piezoelectric Effect
5.2.3 Types of Transducers
5.2.4 Basic Construction
5.2.5 Piezocomposite
5.3 Transducer Arrays [Go to Page]
5.3.1 Linear Arrays
5.3.2 Construction of Transducer Arrays
5.3.3 Matrix Arrays
5.3.4 Common Configurations of Arrays Used in NDE
5.4 Transducer Sound Fields [Go to Page]
5.4.1 Basic Beam Modeling
5.4.2 Near Field Distance
5.4.3 Focusing Flat and Curved Oscillators, Spot Size and Depth of Field
5.4.4 Beam Divergence/Array Element Performance
5.5 Array Design for FMC [Go to Page]
5.5.1 Goal of FMC/TFM Imaging
5.5.2 Near Field Imaging
5.5.3 Angle Limitation/Constant Focal Ratio (F/D)
5.5.4 Selection of Array Parameters (Active Plane)
5.5.5 Strategy for Setting Passive Plane Parameters
5.5.6 Flat or Focused?
5.6 Transducer Standards
5.7 Conclusions and Recommendations
6 MODELING [Go to Page]
6.1 General benefits of weld simulation [Go to Page]
6.1.1 Effects of Material on Inspection Results
6.1.2 Better Understanding of Results via Simulation
6.2 Inspection Simulation
6.3 Using Modeling for TFM Inspection [Go to Page]
6.3.1 Probe Selection
6.3.2 Mode of Propagation Selection
6.3.3 Modeling as TFM Scan Plan Assistance Tool
6.3.4 Example of Modeling as TFM Scan Plan Assistance Tool on ERW pipe
7 ADVANTAGES AND LIMITATIONS OF FMC/TFM VERSUS PAUT [Go to Page]
7.1 Advantages [Go to Page]
7.1.1 Accurate Visualization
7.1.2 Improved Resolution
7.1.3 Sound Propagation (dead zone)
7.1.4 Near Surface Resolution
7.2 Limitations [Go to Page]
7.2.1 Selection of the Correct Mode of Propagation for the Type of Flaws
7.2.2 Part Geometry and Material Definition
7.2.3 Attenuation and Penetration in Thick or Difficult to Penetrate Materials
7.2.4 Productivity
8 SIZING TECHNIQUES [Go to Page]
8.1 Length and Height Sizing [Go to Page]
8.1.1 Length Sizing
8.1.2 dB Drop Through-Wall Height Sizing of Embedded Flaws
8.1.3 Tip Diffraction for Embedded Indications
8.1.4 Sizing Cluster Indications Such as Porosity
8.1.5 Tip Diffraction for Through-Wall Sizing of ID/OD-connected Cracks
8.1.6 Length and Height Sizing Comparisons with Various Methods–TFM, TOFD, PAUT
9 FRACTURE MECHANICS FLAW CHARACTERIZATION [Go to Page]
9.1 Introduction to Fracture Behavior
9.2 Overview of Fracture Mechanics
9.3 History of Fracture Mechanics
9.4 Two Main Categories of Fracture Mechanics [Go to Page]
9.4.1 Summary
9.5 Application of Fracture Mechanics [Go to Page]
9.5.1 Damage Tolerant Design
9.5.2 Planning for Inspection Using These Damage Tolerance Principles
9.6 ASME Code Margins and Safety
9.7 Flaw Evaluation Procedures Using Fracture Mechanics [Go to Page]
9.7.1 Steps in the ASME BPVC Section XI Flaw Evaluation Procedure
9.8 Acceptance Criteria Examples
9.9 Applying the Acceptance Criteria Tables and Using Interpolation [Go to Page]
9.9.1 Linear Interpolation
10 APPLICATIONS [Go to Page]
10.1 In-service Inspections: FMC Techniques for High Temperature Hydrogen Attack Assessment [Go to Page]
10.1.1 Problem Definition
10.1.2 Solution
10.1.3 Array Probes Design and Optimization
10.1.4 FMC Capabilities Validation
10.1.5 Conclusions
10.2 FMC/TFM Based Inspection of Small-Diameter Components for FAC Damage [Go to Page]
10.2.1 Summary
10.2.2 Background
10.2.3 Feeder Pipes
10.2.4 Degradation Mechanism
10.2.5 Component Description
10.2.6 Inspection Specification Requirements
10.2.7 Complicating Factors
10.2.8 Overview
10.2.9 Separation of Tasks
10.2.10 Training
10.2.11 Equipment
10.2.12 Software
10.2.13 Calibration
10.2.14 Data Acquisition Process
10.2.15 Recording
10.2.16 Data Acquisition Procedure
10.2.17 Data Analysis Process
10.2.18 Data Analysis Procedure
10.2.19 Results
10.2.20 Discussion
10.2.21 Further Developments
10.2.22 Conclusions
10.3 Crack Growth Monitoring with PAUT and TFM [Go to Page]
10.3.1 Introduction
10.3.2 Approach
10.3.3 Description of the UT Setup
10.3.4 Results
10.3.5 Analysis
10.3.6 Conclusions and Next Steps
10.4 Weld Examination-Introduction [Go to Page]
11.4.1 General Requirements
10.4.2 Equipment
10.4.3 Getting Started
10.4.4 Scan Plan
10.4.5 Equipment Set-Up
10.4.6 Scanning/Data Collection
10.4.7 Evaluation
10.4.8 Examples
REFERENCES
APPENDIX A: FMC-TFM DATA OF INTERNAL SURFACE (ID), EXTERNAL SURFACE (OD) AND MID-WALL TYPES OF DEFECTS REPRESENTED BY NOTCHES
APPENDIX B: TFM DATA PRESENTATION AND FLAWS SIZING [Go to Page]

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