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Nondestructive Evaluation of Materials pp 299–320Cite as

Ultrasonic Spectroscopy

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Part of the book series: Sagamore Army Materials Research Conference Proceedings ((SAMC,volume 23))

Abstract

The fundamental concept of ultrasonic spectroscopy is discussed which is based on a time-domain to frequency-domain conversion of ultrasonic signals by means of Fourier transform. Technical detail pertaining to transducer characteristics and design considerations of the electronic equipment utilizing this method is presented. Furthermore, practical applications in the area of nondestructive testing are discussed, such as the determination of microstructure, the assessment of defect geometry, and the detection of delaminations in composite structures. An extensive bibliography illustrating the current state-of-the-art of ultrasonic spectroscopy is included.

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  2. Syracuse University, Syracuse, New York, USA

    Volker Weiss (Program Director) (Program Director)

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Gericke, O.R. (1979). Ultrasonic Spectroscopy. In: Burke, J.J., Weiss, V. (eds) Nondestructive Evaluation of Materials. Sagamore Army Materials Research Conference Proceedings, vol 23. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4613-2952-7_13

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