Robotics and Automation in NDE

Abstract

This bestowal emphasizes the use of mobile robotics for conducting inspections and Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) in various sectors, including pipeline inspection. It underscores the crucial role of regular inspections in maintaining infrastructure integrity and explains the process of creating robot prototypes for industrial applications. These robots are fully equipped to deploy NDT systems and are designed to minimize downtime or, when feasible, perform NDT in real-time to avoid costly shutdowns. Flexible automation with non-destructive imaging significantly reduces costs, minimizes dosage, integrates advanced imaging techniques, and delivers higher quality results in less time. The automated welding industry is experiencing rapid growth, driven by the technological demands of Industry 4.0, which has intensified the focus on smart sensor-equipped robotic systems. This document introduces a cutting-edge multi-robot system specifically designed for automated welding and real-time Non-Destructive Evaluation (NDE), effectively replacing outdated manual inspection methods.