<p>This study investigates the use of eddy current testing (ECT) as a non-destructive technique to evaluate the thickness and structural variations of non-magnetic aluminide coatings on MAR-M247 nickel-based superalloy. Coatings with thicknesses of 20&#xa0;μm and 40&#xa0;μm were applied to substrates exhibiting fine, coarse, and columnar grain structures. Using sensors of different geometries, impedance measurements were performed within a frequency range of 11.5&#xa0;MHz to 12.5&#xa0;MHz. Results demonstrated the designed sensor’s superior sensitivity, with the highest values of absolute resistance difference significantly exceeding the threshold for reliable distinction due to coating thicknesses or grain structures. The study highlights the impact of eddy current penetration depth and edge effects on the measurement accuracy, emphasizing the need for optimized sensor design and frequency selection. Findings confirm the efficacy of ECT in differentiating coatings of varying thicknesses and substrate structures, offering a reliable tool for quality control in high-temperature applications.</p>

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Eddy Current Method in Non-Magnetic Aluminide Coating Thickness Assessment

  • Grzegorz Tytko,
  • Małgorzata Adamczyk-Habrajska,
  • Yong Li,
  • Shi Pengpeng,
  • Mateusz Kopec

摘要

This study investigates the use of eddy current testing (ECT) as a non-destructive technique to evaluate the thickness and structural variations of non-magnetic aluminide coatings on MAR-M247 nickel-based superalloy. Coatings with thicknesses of 20 μm and 40 μm were applied to substrates exhibiting fine, coarse, and columnar grain structures. Using sensors of different geometries, impedance measurements were performed within a frequency range of 11.5 MHz to 12.5 MHz. Results demonstrated the designed sensor’s superior sensitivity, with the highest values of absolute resistance difference significantly exceeding the threshold for reliable distinction due to coating thicknesses or grain structures. The study highlights the impact of eddy current penetration depth and edge effects on the measurement accuracy, emphasizing the need for optimized sensor design and frequency selection. Findings confirm the efficacy of ECT in differentiating coatings of varying thicknesses and substrate structures, offering a reliable tool for quality control in high-temperature applications.