A laser-ultrasonic technique developed at Lockheed Martin Aeronautics called LaserUT technology has demonstrated very important cost reduction since its introduction in 2000 with over 20,000 inspected parts. A development program aimed at further improving costs savings has been initiated in 2005. Some of the technologies developed during that program like the structured-light mapping, improved CO2 laser, and new detection laser are now considered mature and their introduction into production has either already been initiated or will begin with the next new or upgraded systems. Other technologies like the new generation laser and the new robotic approach require more developments before contemplating any introduction in production. The aim is to have those technologies available at the beginning of 2010. Those two technologies will also be essential for the development of mobile systems for in-service applications. In addition to the advantages provided to military programs, the combination of all the new elements to be incorporated in current and future LaserUT systems will make those systems very attractive for commercial applications where speed and accessibility are critical.
LaserUT (registered trademark) technology development programs for the ultrasonic inspection of composites in the aerospace industry
LaserUT (Handelsname) Technologie-Entwicklungsprogramme zur Ultraschallprüfung von Verbundwerkstoff in der Raumfahrtindustrie
2008
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