Thermographic Inspection for Aircraft Structural Composites

EROĞLU E., DİLTEMİZ S. F., KUŞHAN M. C.

Springer Aerospace Technology, Springer International Publishing Ag, ss.29-46, 2026 identifier

  • Yayın Türü: Kitapta Bölüm / Araştırma Kitabı
  • Basım Tarihi: 2026
  • Doi Numarası: 10.1007/978-3-032-23373-8_2
  • Yayınevi: Springer International Publishing Ag
  • Sayfa Sayıları: ss.29-46
  • Anahtar Kelimeler: Non-destructive inspection thermography, Aircraft composites, Structural failures, Aerospace applications
  • Eskişehir Osmangazi Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet

Özet

Thermographic inspection is a widely used non-destructive inspection (NDI) technique for evaluating the integrity of aircraft structural composites. Its extensive use in structural assessment stems from its relative simplicity and its effectiveness in detecting a broad range of defect types. This chapter presents the fundamental principles, methodologies, and practical applications of thermographic inspection within the aviation industry. It also discusses common defects found in aircraft composite materials and includes a case study addressing the detection of missing and excessive plies, metal and polymer inclusions, and fiber discontinuities in glass-fiber composite laminates. The results underscore the effectiveness of thermographic inspection for assessing aircraft structural composites, demonstrating its essential role in maintaining the safety and reliability of aerospace materials.