Eddy Current Research Library

Explore technical research, scientific publications, and historical developments in eddy current testing. Discover studies covering electromagnetic theory, inspection techniques, defect detection, material characterization, and emerging NDT technologies. Access research organizations, technical papers, and publication archives from around the world.

Research Publications & Archives

ASME Technical Research Papers

Explore technical research published through the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), covering eddy current testing, defect detection, steam generator inspection, and electromagnetic examination technologies.

These are technical research publications, not ASME Code requirements. Full-text access may require purchase or institutional subscription.

Steam Generator & Heat Exchanger Inspection

Remote Field Eddy Current Testing Technology for Ferromagnetic Heat Exchanger Tubes

Research addressing remote field eddy current testing technology for ferromagnetic heat exchanger tubing.

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Real-Time Eddy Current Imaging and Flaw Detection Under Tube Support Plates

Research involving cylinder-type magnetic camera technology for imaging and flaw detection near tube support plates.

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Crack Detection, Characterization & Sizing

Analytical and Experimental Approaches for Sizing Fatigue Cracks in Inconel Welds

Research investigating analytical and experimental approaches to fatigue crack sizing using eddy current examination.

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A New Research Method for Corrosion Defects in Metal Pipelines Using Pulsed Eddy Current

Investigation of pulsed eddy current methods for evaluating corrosion defects in metallic pipelines.

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Electromagnetic Theory & Inspection Techniques

Basic Characteristics of Eddy Current Testing Using Resonant Coupling

Technical investigation of eddy current testing using resonant coupling principles.

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An Engineer's Guide to Eddy Current Testing

Engineering-oriented introduction to eddy current testing principles and industrial applications.

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ASTM Technical Research Papers

Explore ASTM technical publications covering steam generator inspection, electromagnetic theory, eddy current testing techniques, and material evaluation.

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Steam Generator & Heat Exchanger Research

In-Service Inspection of Steam-Generator Tubing Using Multiple-Frequency Eddy-Current Techniques

Research addressing multifrequency eddy current techniques for in-service steam generator tube inspection.

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Advanced Multifrequency Eddy-Current System for Steam-Generator Inspection

Technical research concerning advanced multifrequency instrumentation for steam generator inspection.

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Automatic Detection, Classification, and Sizing of Steam-Generator Tubing Defects

Research involving digital signal processing for detection, classification, and sizing of steam generator tubing defects.

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Eddy Current Theory & Signal Processing

Multifrequency Eddy-Current Method and Separation of Test Specimen Variables

Research on multifrequency techniques for separating material and inspection variables.

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Investigation into the Depth of Pulsed Eddy-Current Penetration

Technical investigation of penetration characteristics in pulsed eddy current testing.

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Pattern-Recognition Methods for Classifying and Sizing Flaws Using Eddy-Current Data

Research examining pattern-recognition techniques for eddy current flaw classification and sizing.

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Eddy Current Theory, Probe Design & Electromagnetic Modeling

A Macroscopic Model of Eddy Currents

Research addressing macroscopic modeling of eddy current behavior in conductive materials.

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Numerical Solution of Electromagnetic-Field Eddy-Current Problems

Numerical approaches to electromagnetic-field modeling in linear and nonlinear metallic structures.

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A Boundary Integral Equation Method for Calculating Eddy-Current Distribution

Mathematical modeling of eddy current distributions in cylindrical conductors containing cracks.

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Application of Reference Standards for Control of Eddy-Current Test Equipment

Research concerning the use of reference standards to control eddy current testing equipment performance.

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Minimizing the Effect of Probe-to-Metal Spacing in Eddy Current Testing

Research addressing the influence of probe-to-metal spacing, commonly called lift-off, on eddy current measurements.

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Reduction of Probe-Spacing Effect in Pulsed Eddy Current Testing

Investigation of methods for reducing probe-spacing effects in pulsed eddy current inspection.

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Crack Detection, Characterization & Flaw Sizing

Finite-Element Analysis of Eddy-Current Flaw Detection

Chari and Kincaid (1981). Investigates numerical modeling of probe impedance changes associated with flaws, including surface cracks in conducting materials.

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Detection and Analysis of Electric-Current Perturbation Caused by Defects

Beissner and colleagues (1981). Examines current-perturbation signals associated with slots and fatigue cracks, comparing analytical predictions with experimental measurements.

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Automation of Fatigue Crack Growth Data Acquisition Using Eddy-Current and Potential Difference Methods

Halliday and Beevers. Describes automated crack-growth monitoring and measurements involving eddy current and potential difference techniques.

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Advanced Materials & Aerospace Applications

STP27584S — Eddy-Current Scanning of Graphite-Reinforced Aluminum Panels

Research involving eddy current scanning of graphite-reinforced aluminum panels.

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Pulsed Eddy Current & Digital Signal Analysis

STP27598S — Pulsed Eddy-Current Testing of Steel Sheets

Research examining pulsed eddy current testing of steel sheet materials.

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STP27600S — Design of Pulsed Eddy-Current Test Equipment with Digital Signal Analysis

Research addressing pulsed eddy current equipment design and digital signal analysis.

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STP27583S — High Peak Energy Shaped-Pulse Electromagnetic Crack Detection

Research investigating shaped-pulse electromagnetic techniques for crack detection.

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Electromagnetic Modeling & Simulation

STP27577S — Eddy-Current Simulation with EDDYNET

Eddy current simulation in prisms, plates, and shells using the EDDYNET program.

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Steam Generator & Heat Exchanger Inspection

STP27587S — Multifrequency/Multiparameter ECT for PWR Steam Generator Tubing

In-service evaluation of multifrequency and multiparameter eddy current technology for inspecting PWR steam generator tubing.

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Materials, Conductivity & Coating Evaluation

STP27582S — High-Accuracy Conductivity Measurements in Nonferrous Metals

Research addressing high-accuracy electrical conductivity measurements in nonferrous metals.

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STP41994S — Eddy Current Measurement of Clad Thickness

Research concerning eddy current techniques for measuring the thickness of clad materials.

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JTE11323J — Eddy Current Decay Resistivity Measurements Using a Digital Voltmeter

Investigation of electrical resistivity measurements using eddy current decay techniques and a digital voltmeter.

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JTE20180916 — Effects of Homogeneity and Anisotropy on Coating Thickness Measurements

Research examining the influence of material homogeneity and anisotropy on eddy current evaluation of reinforced carbon-carbon coatings.

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Advanced Eddy Current Techniques & Emerging Technologies

STP27595S — Microwave Eddy-Current Techniques for Quantitative Nondestructive Evaluation

Research investigating microwave-frequency electromagnetic techniques for quantitative nondestructive evaluation.

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STP27596S — Resonant-Probe Microwave Eddy-Current Testing

Theoretical characterization and comparison of resonant-probe microwave eddy current testing with conventional low-frequency eddy current methods.

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STP27597S — Microwave Eddy-Current Experiments with Ferromagnetic Resonance Probes

Experimental research involving microwave eddy current techniques and ferromagnetic resonance probes.

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STP162020180132 — Eddy Current Technologies for Additive Manufacturing

Research addressing real-time monitoring and post-process examination of laser powder bed fusion manufacturing.

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JTE20160210 — Pulsed Eddy Current Evaluation of Hidden Material Degradation

Research involving lift-off point of intersection (LOI) techniques for evaluating hidden material degradation in coated nonmagnetic conductors.

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