Measuring and testing – Vibration – Resonance – frequency – or amplitude study
Reexamination Certificate
2009-02-25
2011-11-08
Kirkland, III, Freddie (Department: 2855)
Measuring and testing
Vibration
Resonance, frequency, or amplitude study
C073S618000
Reexamination Certificate
active
08051715
ABSTRACT:
The present disclosure provides a device and method for non-destructive testing of an object using resonant ultrasound spectroscopy, wherein the device is provided with a reconfigurable nest for placement of objects of various shapes and sizes on the device. The reconfigurable nest includes a plurality of transducers that are held in place using a rheological fluid. As each transducer is arranged, for example, using a robotic tool, an electric or magnetic field is applied to the rheological fluid in contact with said transducer, thereby holding the transducer in place. This device and method thus provide a nest for a resonant inspection device that may be reconfigured in much less time and with much less effort when compared to existing solutions.
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Allen Adrian P.
Heck David P.
Caven & Aghevli LLC
Kirkland, III Freddie
The Boeing Company
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