We explore the invisible boundaries of matter and unveil the hidden secrets within materials through revolutionary techniques in Infrared Thermography and Non-Destructive testing. With the precision of science and the curiosity of innovation, we turn every challenge into an opportunity to enhance the quality and reliability of industrial processes or mechanical applications.
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Advanced Thermography Techniques for Non-Destructive Monitoring
The group focuses on developing and refining investigation techniques based on Passive and Active Thermography to study the damage conditions of materials and mechanical components.
Passive Thermography
The use of Passive Thermography began at the end of the last century, focusing on studying material fatigue by monitoring damage parameters such as surface temperature detected by an infrared camera.
TCM Method
The TCM method (Two Curves Method) was developed for non-destructive fatigue characterization of materials through an iterative process. It has been used to study phenomena like surface finish and notch effect, determining material residual life.
Active Thermography
Today, Active Thermography is gaining ground in research due to its advantages as a Non-Destructive technique, and its potential is being adopted in several industrial sectors.
Recent Developments
Thermography techniques have expanded to include tribological phenomena, particularly lubricant characterization and ball bearings. Additionally, research has grown in the field of Active or stimulated thermography. Recently, infrared camera monitoring has provided insights into the agation paths of cracks in aerospace gears.