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How to Kick Off the Development of Your Own Use Case for a Conformable DR Detector - ASNT Pulse

Sep 10, 2024 | blog.asnt.org | Brian White |Katie Carpenter |ASNT Pulse |Carestream NDT

by Brian S. White and Katie Carpenter, Carestream NDT Since the momentous discovery of X-rays made by Röntgen in November of 1895, imaging processes have enhanced our senses, allowing us humans not only to see inside ourselves in health-related imaging processes but also to see inside individual objects and complex assemblies that constitute the remarkably diverse type of assets that surround us.
In-Service Assets Are in Trouble-How Can We Invest in NDT?

Mar 29, 2024 | blog.asnt.org | ASNT Pulse

https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/64e7b20d6854bf00113426d2/e/6606ffdf50543e0018865dea/media.mp3Things that have been in-service for a while are starting to show their age, and in some cases, failing altogether. Those of us in the nondestructive testing industry know there’s a problem, but how can we make sure our inspectors are ready for it—and how can we make sure other industries, and the public, know how important NDT really is?
Insights and Advice on Mentoring from Real Mentors/Mentees

Mar 27, 2024 | blog.asnt.org | ASNT Pulse

Finding a mentor is one of the best ways to begin or advance your career in NDT. ASNT spoke with two mentors and their mentees to learn how they connected, how their mentoring relationship developed, and what insights have been gained from having or being a mentor. My NDT journey started after I graduated from aircraft maintenance school, where then I started my career with an aerospace prime. That’s where I met Scott.
Women in NDT Share Opportunities and Challenges

Mar 8, 2024 | blog.asnt.org | ASNT Pulse

Today is International Women’s Day, “a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women.” Since 2018, ASNT’s monthly journal Materials Evaluation (ME) has dedicated its March issue to increasing awareness of women in NDT. This year, ME interviewed several women in NDT who are relatively early in their NDT career to hear their perspectives on the opportunities and challenges that the NDT industry is currently facing.
How Studying for His Level III Helped Jared Watson Become a Jeopardy! Champion

Feb 22, 2024 | blog.asnt.org | ASNT Pulse

https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/64e7b20d6854bf00113426d2/e/65d7c6f57a68e70017b4b9d0/media.mp3Jared Watson is a quality control specialist, ASNT NDT Level III, and a three-time winner on the American televised gameshow Jeopardy! Viewers first watched Jared’s winning streak in June 2023, and he’ll be back on the show for the Tournament of Champions on 26 February 2024.
From Mentee to Level III

Jan 31, 2024 | blog.asnt.org | ASNT Pulse

https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/64e7b20d6854bf00113426d2/e/65baac2ef834400016eac012/media.mp3January is National Mentoring Month, and in this episode, we hosted a conversation between Scott Rose and Chris Garcia about their mentoring relationship–how it got started, the things they’ve learned, and how it benefited both of them. As a reminder, please take our listener survey at asnt.org/podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Exploring the Effect of Scintillator Choice on Digital Detector Array Image Quality

Jan 9, 2024 | blog.asnt.org | Brian White |ASNT Pulse

Sponsored content. . By Brian S. WhiteDigital detector arrays (DDAs) are becoming more prevalent in industrial digital radiography (DR) inspection processes. Although several factors in radiographic techniques, such as dose level or scatter control measures, have a profound impact on the radiographic process results, the type of scintillator used with a DDA determines the overall achievable image quality.
2023 Recap and Listener Survey

Dec 21, 2023 | blog.asnt.org | ASNT Pulse

https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/64e7b20d6854bf00113426d2/e/65834fc0400470001752d4a0/media.mp3To close out the year, we wanted to compile some moments from the many interesting conversations we’ve had in 2023. We also want to give you, the listener, the opportunity to help shape the podcast in 2024. Please fill out our listener survey at surveymonkey.com/r/asntpodcast to tell us about your podcast listening habits and the topics you find interesting. Thank you for a great year! Hosted on Acast.
GivingTuesday with the ASNT Foundation

Nov 27, 2023 | blog.asnt.org | ASNT Pulse

To prepare for #GivingTuesday, learn more about the important projects and initiatives of the ASNT Foundation that you can help support with your generous donations. To support the Foundation, visit asntfoundation.orgHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Why the RISE Program can Jumpstart Your ASNT Annual Conference Experience

Nov 2, 2023 | blog.asnt.org | ASNT Pulse

. By Richard Lee Hollenbach III, PhDConferences can be overwhelming: there are typically thousands of attendees, hundreds of technical sessions, and a very large room full of exhibitors from wall to wall. There are so many people, it can be difficult to know who is a board member and who is just as new as you are. Throw in visiting a new city or country, and it can all add up to be a very stressful experience for first time attendees or new members to the nondestructive testing industry.