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NDT Systems from AREVA for the Aerospace Industry Proprietary and Confidential
NDT Systems from AREVA
CFRP material has proven to be indispensable in the design and manufacturing of modern aircraft. From hand sized parts to entire wing
and fuselage sections, many of today’s aircraft are constructed with over 50% CFRP. Critical CFRP components require 100% NDT analysis to ensure structural integrity. To keep pace with increasing volumes and
the vast range of complexities, sizes and shapes, automated NDT systems must be faster, more versatile and adaptable, while remaining reliable
and accurate. AREVA NDE-Solutions is the vendor that will partner with you to provide
the most advanced NDT systems today while continuing to invest in R&D for tomorrow. AREVA NDE-Solutions has been successful in partnering
with many aerospace companies, including Airbus, Bombardier, RUAG, Premium AEROTECH, Eurocopter, etc. by providing unique solutions and integrating the latest advancements in CFRP NDT automation.
AREVA employs over 50,000 people in three major regions
• United States
• Germany • France
5,000 employees are located in one of three North American offices
• Lynchburg, VA • Charlotte, NC
• Benicia, CA
AREVA’s global NDE-Solutions group has 700 employees located within the three major regions
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Proprietary and Confidential NDT Systems from AREVA for the Aerospace Industry
Robotic Systems and UT Techniques
Single Robot Systems
AREVA’s single robotic
systems are precise, fast, and
versatile with the ability to
inspect complex geometries in
pulse echo and through
transmission UT with a “fork”
type end effector.
Dual Robot Systems
Dual Robot Systems incorporating
through transmission UT are the
most flexible and versatile for the
inspection of complex honeycomb
structures. These systems are
based on two high precision,
high-speed, 6-axis robots.
Incorporating optional axes or
fixture bases can provide increased
flexibility.
UT Techniques
� Through Transmission (TTU)
� Pulse Echo Squirter
� Pulse Echo Contact
� Skin Inspection
� Edge Inspection with Water Shear
� Stringer Inspection
� Phased Array
� Specialty Contact Probes
� Customized Contoured Contact Probes
� Optional ET
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NDT Systems from AREVA for the Aerospace Industry Proprietary and Confidential
Linear Systems
Gantry Systems for Squirter and Contact Technique
One of the most flexible and versatile solutions for
the inspection of large composite panels is the
X, Y, and Z axis Gantry System. The modular
nature of a Gantry System allows for a wide range
of options including: additional angular axes,
removable or interchangeable turntables and
fixtures, immersion basins, and custom solutions to
accommodate various parts and geometries.
Double Tower Wing Cover Inspection System (12 Axes)
The Double Tower system was first
designed to inspect dual sided CFRP
wing covers and stringers. Both
sides of the wing’s skin and stringer
are inspected simultaneously with
two independent manipulators.
Multiple array probes allow perfect
adaptation to the geometric changes
of the contour and edge differentials,
cutouts, etc. The stringer
manipulator inspects the stringer
web and both radii in a single pass.
Combine AREVA NDE-Solution’s years of experience in part handling and fixture design with
our continually advancing UT technology, probes, hardware and software, and the result is
excellent performance, flexibility and outstanding inspection quality.
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Proprietary and Confidential NDT Systems from AREVA for the Aerospace Industry
Experience, Innovation and a Commitment to Success
AREVA is a large global company with over 30 years of experience and
knowledge in many regulated NDT markets including aerospace, composites, high-speed rail and power generation. The strategy of being one of the first to develop and implement advanced UT techniques
started within our nuclear inspection services and has been adapted to many other industries.
AREVA did not get its reputation as a “NDT World Leader” by merely reacting to customer requests. AREVA partners with its customers by
looking years in the future and developing R&D plans to ensure industry advancements are not stifled or complicated by lagging inspection
technology and techniques. AREVA advanced NDT gantry and robotic systems are in production at
many aerospace plants worldwide and have a proven record for quality, reliability and performance.
Why AREVA NDE-Solutions?
AREVA NDE-Solutions… Delivering Confidence Through
Innovation and Strong Relationships
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Paul Parks
Business Development Manager AREVA Inc.
NDE-Solutions Group 155 Mill Ridge Road
Lynchburg, VA 24502 Phone: 434-832-4810
Mobile: 434-942-3757
Jim VanRemortel
Product Line Manager AREVA Inc.
NDE-Solutions Group 155 Mill Ridge Road
Lynchburg, VA 24502 Phone: 434-832-3731
Mobile: 434-941-0638