Wave-Based Non-Destructive Testing
Master wave-based NDT techniques for evaluating infrastructure integrity, including ultrasonic testing and acoustic emission methods.
Master wave-based NDT techniques for evaluating infrastructure integrity, including ultrasonic testing and acoustic emission methods.
This specialized course explores wave-based non-destructive testing methods for civil engineering infrastructure inspection. Students learn about various techniques including ultrasonic inspection, acoustic emission, resonant frequency testing, and electromechanical impedance testing. The curriculum covers piezoelectric principles, data acquisition methods, and practical applications through case studies, preparing professionals for real-world infrastructure assessment.
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What you'll learn
Master principles of wave-based NDT techniques for infrastructure inspection
Understand piezoelectric principles and transducer applications
Analyze and interpret wave-based NDT data effectively
Evaluate structural integrity using various testing methods
Prepare professional NDT testing reports
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There are 5 modules in this course
This comprehensive course focuses on wave-based non-destructive testing methods for infrastructure evaluation. The curriculum covers fundamental principles of various NDT techniques, including ultrasonic testing, acoustic emission, and resonant frequency testing. Students learn through theoretical concepts and practical case studies, gaining expertise in data interpretation and structural integrity assessment.
Introduction to Piezoelectricity
Module 1 · 1 Weeks to complete
Basic Principles of Ultrasound
Module 2 · 1 Weeks to complete
Acoustic Emission
Module 3 · 1 Weeks to complete
Resonant Frequency Testing
Module 4 · 1 Weeks to complete
Electromechanical Impedance Testing
Module 5 · 1 Weeks to complete
Instructors
Advanced Materials and AI Engineering Researcher
Guangshuai Han is a Ph.D. student in Civil Engineering at Purdue University, having completed his bachelor's degree from Harbin Institute of Technology, China. As an interdisciplinary researcher, he focuses on solving advanced materials and sensing challenges in engineering through AI technology. His research spans multiple areas including flexible electronic materials, molecular dynamics simulations, structural health monitoring, and AI-guided advanced material exploration and design, with particular emphasis on developing piezoelectric sensors for civil engineering applications
Pioneering Engineering Professor Leading Smart Infrastructure Innovation
Luna Lu is a distinguished ACPA Professor at Purdue University's Lyles School of Civil Engineering, where she serves as the founding director of the Center for Intelligent Infrastructure (CII) and holds a courtesy appointment in the School of Materials Engineering. Her groundbreaking research focuses on developing novel nanomaterials and devices for energy harvesting and sensing applications, resulting in over 100 peer-reviewed publications, 2 books, 6 book chapters, and multiple patents. A recipient of the prestigious 2014 NSF CAREER Award, Professor Lu has successfully commercialized several technologies from her research lab, establishing companies based on her innovations. Beyond her academic achievements, she maintains a balanced life, enjoying activities like playing LEGO with her daughter, reading biographies of tech leaders, playing piano, and hiking. Her work has garnered significant media attention and established her as a leading figure in intelligent infrastructure development, bridging the gap between academic research and practical engineering applications.
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