Fixing the cracks in the system

Nondestructive testing techniques evolve to accommodate new materials and digital capabilities.

Life is full of flaws, crack, voids, and weaknesses. When found in off-highway vehicles, however, those conditions can lead to breakdowns, defective vehicles, expensive repairs, and manufacturer recalls.

The industry has developed a number of nondestructive testing (NDT) techniques over the decades that are effective in finding flaws in either raw metals or fully formed structures. And while some have remained relatively unchanged for many years, others have evolved to take advantage of the latest detection technologies.