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What is the main purpose of magnetic particle inspection?
What is the main purpose of magnetic particle inspection?
- To identify defects on the surface of non-magnetic materials
- To identify defects in non-ferromagnetic materials using ultrasound
- To detect defects just beneath the surface of ferromagnetic materials (correct)
- To run a magnetic current through non-ferromagnetic materials
Which of the following is NOT a type of defect that magnetic particle inspection can detect?
Which of the following is NOT a type of defect that magnetic particle inspection can detect?
- Cracks
- Cold lap
- Pores
- Corrosion (correct)
Why is magnetic particle inspection considered one of the more commonly used non-destructive testing methods?
Why is magnetic particle inspection considered one of the more commonly used non-destructive testing methods?
- It is suitable for all types of materials
- It is quick and relatively inexpensive (correct)
- It can detect defects without any equipment
- It works on non-magnetic materials
What type of materials does magnetic particle inspection work on?
What type of materials does magnetic particle inspection work on?
What is another commonly used term for magnetic particle inspection?
What is another commonly used term for magnetic particle inspection?