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Inspection of structures

US10126273B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 29, 2016
Grant dateNov 13, 2018
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Expiry dateSep 29, 2036

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01N2291/2694
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method of detecting inconsistencies in a structure is presented. A pulsed laser beam is directed towards the structure. A plurality of types of ultrasonic signals is formed in the structure when radiation of the pulsed laser beam is absorbed by the structure. The plurality of types of ultrasonic signals is detected to form data.

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