equipment inspection
December 28, 2024
Carlos Álvarez
Mechanical Engineer, with Level III certification by the American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) in Ultrasound and Radiography. He has more than 29 years of experience in the oil and gas sector in companies such as PDVSA and inspection services related to the oil sector..
Publications of Carlos Álvarez
downstream
September 8, 2023
downstream
Catalytic reforming for octane optimization: Increasing fuel performance
Inspenet, September 3, 2023.
Catalytic reforming is a state-of-the-art technology in the oil refining industry that plays an important role in optimizing the octane number of fuels. This highly advanced process from a technological point of view involves the molecular rearrangement of hydrocarbons to improve the combustion properties of the final products.
September 3, 2023
non destructive testing
Advanced Ultrasound Technique by the Total Focusing Method for the identification and characterization of defects
Inspenet, August 17, 2023.
The Total Focusing Method (TFM) is based on the same targeting and focusing methodology as conventional Phased Array ultrasound technology; only, in this case, the targeting is applied to all parts of the region of interest (the “TFM area”), and not just to a fixed depth.
August 17, 2023
new energies
Electromobility: The integration of electric vehicle charging infrastructure and its impact on sustainable mobility
Inspenet, July 30, 2023.
In recent years, sustainable mobility has emerged as a key solution to address the challenges of climate change and environmental pollution. Electric vehicles (EVs) have been highlighted as a promising alternative to traditional cars powered by fossil fuels. However, to achieve mass adoption of EVs, it is essential to have adequate charging infrastructure
July 30, 2023
technology
Inspections without borders: Drones and robots at the forefront of inspection in the oil industry
Inspenet, July 22, 2023.
One of the rapidly developing fields that has revolutionized the way inspections are carried out is the use of drones and robots. These technological devices are making it possible to carry out inspections in remote and hard-to-reach areas, which not only reduces operating costs, but also improves worker safety.
July 22, 2023
quality management
Quality control: Tools and techniques to guarantee high-level products and services
Quality control, through specific tools, guarantees customer satisfaction by delivering impeccable products and services.
July 16, 2023
