Mechanical Integrity Articles | Inspection, Corrosion, NDT and Reliability

NDT allows the evaluation of concrete structures without altering them, thanks to its technological evolution, consolidating itself as a fundamental tool in today's industry.

non destructive testing

NDT with AI: Smart automation for industrial inspection

Mayuly Rodríguez · May 19, 2025

AI transforms NDT by automating industrial inspection, improving accuracy, efficiency, and enabling predictive maintenance with human-machine collaboration.

non destructive testing

NDT for the conservation of cultural and artistic heritage

Simón Petit · May 18, 2025

Preserving heritage requires effective methods of evaluation, diagnosis and monitoring, where Non Destructive Testing (NDT) is crucial.

Reliability

Modal analysis with piezoelectric sensors for CBM maintenance

José López · May 17, 2025

Operational modal analysis (OMA) has become a pivotal tool in the evolution of structural health monitoring, asset reliability, and predictive maintenance strategies.

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Portable methods for positive material identification

Euclides Quiñonez · May 15, 2025

Positive material identification avoids critical errors by validating specifications in the field, improving quality control and operational efficiency.

Codes and Standards

ASME B31.3 (2024): Guide to the New Edition of the Code

Antonio Zavarce · May 13, 2025

ASME B31.3 guides the design and operation of industrial piping, ensuring safety and reliability in critical systems within demanding environments.

Reliability

Advanced technologies in risk-based inspection for atmospheric tanks

Antonio Zavarce · May 12, 2025

Technical analysis of advanced Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) technologies for atmospheric tanks, focused on safety, frequency, and prioritization.

Codes and Standards

API 570 vs. API 1169 in pipeline inspection and construction

Mayuly Rodríguez · May 11, 2025

API 570, oriented to the inspection of in-service pipelines, and API 1169, focused on inspection during the construction of transportation pipelines, stand out for…