Modern NDT for Aging Infrastructure
This webinar will explore the various NDT technologies used in infrastructure inspection, the integration and analysis of data, and the future prospects for the industry.
Description:
With infrastructure ageing both in the U.S. and globally, bridge closures and failures are increasingly common. However, advancements in Nondestructive Testing (NDT) technologies and data analysis are starting to address the backlog of deteriorating structures. New funding opportunities for infrastructure projects have also enabled greater integration of NDT into bridge management plans. This webinar will explore the various NDT technologies used in infrastructure inspection, the integration and analysis of data, and the future prospects for the industry.
Key Takeaways:
- Understand the challenges encountered during bridge inspections.
- Evaluate different NDT methods for bridges and determine their suitability for specific bridge elements.
- Learn about data fusion and its application in bridge maintenance, repair, and management to obtain actionable insights.
Speakers:
Shane D. Boone
Dr. Shane D. Boone, Senior Vice President for NDE at BDI, brings over 20 years of experience in specialized infrastructure inspection and monitoring across government, academic, and private sectors. He focuses on the research, development, and application of NDT and evaluation technologies for civil infrastructure. Dr. Boone has managed NDT programs at the Federal Highway Administration and Oak Ridge National Laboratory. He chairs the ASNT Infrastructure Committee and the ASNT SMT conference and serves on the TRB AKT60 Committee for Bridge Preservation.
Ricky L. Morgan
Ricky L. Morgan, President of FlawTech America, LLC, has over 36 years of experience in NDT inspections across various industries. An ASNT NDT Level III since 1992, he holds certifications in MT, PT, and UT. He has evaluated numerous structures post the 1994 Northridge Earthquake and worked on projects such as the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge and SOFI Stadium. A past President and Chairperson of ASNT, Morgan currently serves on its Board of Directors and various committees. He has received awards including the ASNT Lou DeValerio Technician of the Year (1998) and the ASNT Phillip D. Johnson Honorary Member Award (2016). He is also a long-time member of the American Welding Society and the British Institute for NDT.
Join us to delve into the cutting-edge NDT technologies that are enhancing bridge safety and management, and to learn from top industry experts about the latest advancements and future trends.
