Methods and apparatus for inspecting materials

Details Methods and apparatus for inspecting materials Methods and apparatus for inspecting materials

2008-07-08

2008-07-08

LeDynh, Bot (Department: 2862)

Electricity: measuring and testing

Magnetic

With means to create magnetic field to test material

C324S228000, C324S238000, C324S252000, C324S207200, C324S207210

Reexamination Certificate

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07397238

ABSTRACT:
Apparatus and methods for inspecting materials such as cylindrical and tubular members are disclosed. One apparatus includes a frame that supports a magnetic coil and a detector assembly, the detector assembly having one or more magnetic detectors adapted to be spaced a first distance from the material being inspected by one or more substantially frictionless members. This abstract allows a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the disclosure. It will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims.

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