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Portable system for remote and automated. In-situ inspection of turbine rotors.

Authors D. Heinrich, T. Mägerlein, H.-Jo. Otte
Cegelec AT - Nuremberg

In-service inspection of turbine rotors requires dismantling of rotors. A combination of an Ultrasonic Phased Array system with a small magnetic scanner allows the inspection of rotors after opening of the turbine housing. The inspection is performed from the narrow lanes between the turbine discs / blades. Considerable timesavings can be achieved using this system. Results of the Phased Array inspection of turbine rotors are presented along with operation experience with the new magnetic scanner.