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NALT Concept Space
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Concept information

  1. Research, Technology, Methods
  2. methodology
  3. nondestructive methods

Preferred term

nondestructive methods

Type

  • Topic

Definition

  • Information Nondestructive techniques are the means by which materials and structures may be interrogated without disruption or impairment of their serviceability. Using nondestructive techniques, internal properties or hidden flaws are revealed or inferred by appropriate techniques.

    Source: Nondestructive Evaluation Technique Guide, NASA

    Type: Concept definition

Broader concept

Related concepts

Synonyms

  • non-destructive methods
  • nondestructive testing
  • non-destructive tests
  • nondestructive tests

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URI

https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/51646

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