Phased array system and method for inspecting helical submerged arcs weld (HSAW)
US9032802B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 25, 2013 |
| Grant date | May 19, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 17, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01N2291/2675
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A phased array system and the inspection method which is configured to inspect the weld seam of an HSAW for all standard types of flaws located both near pipe's internal and external surfaces in one scan pass, diminishing the need of making mechanical adjustment for the probes during the one pass of scan. The configuration includes the usage of at least one linear PA probe for Lamination inspection right above HAZ zone, at least one pair of PA probes for longitudinal defects inspection and holes detection and at least two pairs of PA probes for transversal defect inspections.
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