Advances in Non-Destructive Evaluation

This book Advances in Non-Destructive Evaluation comprises the select peer-reviewed proceedings of the Conference and Exhibition on Non-destructive Evaluation (NDE 2024). It captures the forefront of innovation in ensuring the safety, reliability, and longevity of critical engineering systems. This volume brings together pioneering research and transformative technologies that are redefining the landscape of non-destructive evaluation (NDE). From AI-powered pipeline diagnostics and intelligent thermographic imaging to advanced ultrasonic methods, terahertz techniques, and next-generation sensing systems, the contributions showcase how data-driven approaches are revolutionizing defect detection, structural health monitoring, and predictive maintenance. Spanning key sectors such as energy, aerospace, nuclear, and civil infrastructure, this book highlights practical solutions to pressing industrial challenges enhancing operational safety while reducing inspection costs and downtime. The contents of this volume span a broad spectrum of non-destructive evaluation (NDE), from conventional ultrasonic, radiographic, and electromagnetic methods to emerging techniques such as terahertz imaging, microwave inspection, distributed sensing, and advanced thermography. The contributions further highlight the integration of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and advanced signal and image processing for enhanced defect detection, characterization, and real-time monitoring. Applications cover critical sectors including oil and gas, nuclear, aerospace, civil infrastructure, and advanced manufacturing, with a strong focus on structural health monitoring, reliability, quality assurance, and predictive maintenance. Bridging research and application, it offers powerful insights for advancing modern NDE practices. This proceeding will be a essential reference for students, researchers, engineers, and industry professionals, and provides a compelling vision of the future of intelligent inspection and infrastructure integrity.