Automated Corrosion Detection Program
Abstract
An evaluation of several hidden corrosion-detection technologies was performed using a probability of detection (POD) method for percent material loss that is similar to well -established crack detection assessment methods. Several other tasks were performed, with overall goal of contribution to aging aircraft maintainability improvement. Automation concepts were studied and tested for improved speed and accuracy. Nondestructive Evaluation (NDE) requirements were surveyed within the industry for issues and needs pertaining to damage detection and repair. Concepts for new corrosion management maintenance philosophies were studied in terms of data fusion and reproducibility. Advancements were made to a high-temperature sensor design for Air Force application. A facility was established to support Air Force inspection advancements on KC-135 aircraft. A quantitative evaluation method was developed for hidden corrosion detection capability that lends itself to automation and data fusion concepts explored for improved corrosion management maintenance philosophies.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2001
- Accession Number
- ADA406600
Entities
People
- Jennifer Pierce
- Ollie Scott
- Wally Hoppe
Organizations
- University of Dayton