Signals and Image Characterization of Titanium Thick Welds Based on Ultrasonic Phased Array

Ultrasonic phased array(PA) technology was used to detect defects in titanium welds. The scanning images of some typical defects were analyzed. The results showed that by the combination of A scan signals and S scan images, the PA could detect the defects effectively in discriminating, sizing and locating. The inspection sensitivity and efficiency were superior to those of A scan.