CIVA: Simulation Software for NDT Applications

In today’s environment of shrinking resources, and consistent need for accurate inspections, simulation software is an effective cost cutting tool. CIVA is an advanced NDT simulation software dedicated to modeling ultrasonic (UT), radiographic (RT) and eddy current (ET) inspections without the need for physical test sample or inspection equipment. Each inspection module is comprised of simulation, imaging and analysis tools. These tools assist the user in virtually conceiving or optimizing inspection techniques and predicting their performances in realistic NDT configurations. While the software contains three independent modules (UT, RT, ET), this paper focuses on the UT module, which has the ability to model complex phased array UT inspections for a variety of probe styles, then automatically calculate the delay laws in an exportable format. This paper will highlight the capabilities of CIVA NDT simulation software to accurately model weld inspections using phased array ultrasound.