Literature reports have indicated that application of
sonic pressure waves enhances the rate of impregnation of
preservatives in wood. However, these studies have been
limited and inconclusive. The technique or process is not
in commercial use. In this study a laboratory scale
treating cylinder connected to a mechanical sonic wave...
Ultrasonic wave attenuation and velocity in the transverse direction were used to detect defects in ponderosa pine (Pinus Ponderosa) lumber previously dried from green to 9% moisture content. After ultrasonic testing the boards were visually inspected for defects and classified according to the defects present. An ANOVA with Bonferroni pairwise...
Laser ultrasonics can be used to nondestructively evaluate structures to determine the existence and location of surface and interior flaws. The goal of this research was to determine if laser ultrasonic techniques can be applied to the inspection of aluminum plate. titanium tubes, and large welded plate structures. The research...