During the ASNT 2025 Conference Michael Rivera, Managing Director and Principal Consultant Level III at MR Aerospace (MRA), presented the key innovations his firm is introducing to the aerospace and defense industry. In conversation with Inspenet, Rivera detailed how his firm is transforming non-destructive nondestructive inspection (NDT) with advanced digital technologies and artificial intelligence-powered solutions.
Complete NDT inspection and consulting services
MR Aerospace Inspections and Consulting specializes in inspection and consulting services applied to digital methods such as digital X-rays, computed radiography and computed tomography (CT) (CT). The company not only responds to the growing demand for highly qualified inspectors, but also offers technical training to in-house teams and full consultancy for equipment procurement, accreditations such as NADCAP, procedure development and personnel training.
One of MRA’s most disruptive bets is the application of AI in the inspection of components manufactured by additive manufacturing (3D printing). Rivera explained that they have developed an AI agent that is capable of performing dimensional inspections and surface analysis, identifying porosity and defects in complex components, which speeds up the process and improves detection accuracy.
AI and additive manufacturing as strategic axes
The company is also exploring solutions to improve data traceability and digital reporting in NDT inspections. Rivera said that one of their goals at ASNT 2025 is to identify technology partners that will allow them to optimize the complete flow of data acquisition, processing and storage.
There is a knowledge gap in additive manufacturing processes, but with the right tools such as CT scanning and skilled technicians, reliable inspection can be achieved.
Rivera stated.
In addition to offering direct inspection services, MR Aerospace seeks to empower its customers to operate autonomously, providing value from initial diagnosis to full implementation of advanced inspection systems .
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