By Cindi Leeman
National Book Lovers Day, observed annually on 9 August, celebrates the joy and enrichment that books bring into our lives. In honor of this day, the ASNT Publications staff have selected a few of our favorite books for the NDT professional.
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Introduction to Nondestructive Testing
Designed for anyone wanting to learn more about nondestructive testing (NDT), Introduction to Nondestructive Testing is part of the Programmed Instruction Series. It provides in-depth, up-to-date information on 16 recognized NDT methods covering theory, principles, and applications. Included are chapters on method techniques, equipment, interpretation, personnel qualification, manufacturing, industries, and discontinuities.
More than a book, an included online component provides a computer-assisted training program offering easy-to-use navigation with interactive pages and review questions. A final score is displayed at the end of each quiz.
Published in 2019. Catalog no. 1530.
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Industrial Radiography Radiation Safety
This second edition of ASNT Study Guide: Industrial Radiography Radiation Safety is designed to help readers prepare for the ASNT Industrial Radiography Radiation Safety Personnel (IRRSP) exam.
Based on the 2009 first edition, this book has been updated to reflect current technology and industry regulations and practices. New chapters were added, and each chapter includes review questions.
Published in 2022. Catalog no. 10107.
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The World of NDE 4.0
The World of NDE 4.0: Let the Journey Begin presents the fundamentals of NDE 4.0 for researchers, developers, users, or service providers. It provides an outline for the development and profitable design of a working environment based on NDE 4.0 strategies that can be tailored to your individual needs.
Adapted for ASNT, links to new YouTube videos designed to accompany this book are included.
Published in 2022. Catalog no. 10185.
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Fundamentals of Eddy Current Testing
Building on the original book written by Donald J. Hagemaier, Fundamentals of Eddy Current Testing, second edition, provides a thorough examination of the basic theory and principles of eddy current testing. Packed with new color photographs and illustrations as well as updated standards and practices, it includes new chapters on pulsed eddy current and eddy current array.
The main topics covered include electrical theory; electromagnetism; inductive reactance and impedance; eddy current test principles; coils, instruments, and standards; and impedance-plane response.
Published in 2022. Catalog no. 10133.
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Classroom Training Books
ASNT’s top-selling Classroom Training Book series is designed to help prepare Level I and Level II candidates for NDT certification. Though designed for use in a classroom setting, many technicians also use the books for individual study. Methods in the series include electromagnetic testing, liquid penetrant testing, magnetic particle testing, radiographic testing, ultrasonic testing, and visual testing. As part of the Personnel Training Publications series, student and instructor packages are also available with additional learning aids, such as sample PowerPoint® lectures and quizzes with answer keys.
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To purchase these, or any books through ASNT, visit the Source.
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Cindi Leeman is Editor of ASNT Pulse, cleeman@asnt.org.
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