Device for non-destructive eddy current inspection of a hole formed in a conductive part
US7768259B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 19, 2008 |
| Grant date | Aug 3, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 28, 2028 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01N27/902
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Using eddy currents to inspect a hole that is possibly not rectilinear and/or of section that is not circular. The inspection device comprises a stick shaped and dimensioned to be capable of being engaged in said hole, at least one arm hinged to a support fastened to one end of the stick, an eddy current sensor being embedded in said arm, and resilient means for urging the arm outwards against the inside surface of the hole.
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