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The wavenumber algorithm for full-matrix imaging using an ultrasonic array.

Alan J Hunter¹, Bruce W Drinkwater, Paul D Wilcox

¹Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Bristol, United Kingdom. a.hunter@bristol.ac.uk

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A new Fourier-domain wavenumber algorithm enhances ultrasonic imaging for nondestructive evaluation, offering superior speed and image quality over the total focusing method (TFM). This advanced technique improves defect detection and analysis in materials science.

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Area of Science:

Materials Science
Nondestructive Evaluation
Signal Processing

Background:

Full-matrix capture in ultrasonic imaging, exemplified by the total focusing method (TFM), enhances angular coverage and defect sensitivity.
TFM utilizes heuristic delay-and-sum beamforming for image reconstruction.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop and evaluate a Fourier-domain approach for full-matrix ultrasonic imaging using the wavenumber algorithm.
To compare the performance of the wavenumber algorithm against the TFM for defect detection and imaging.

Main Methods:

Extension of the wavenumber algorithm (from synthetic aperture radar/sonar) to handle full-matrix ultrasonic data.
Implementation of a Fourier-domain imaging technique.
Benchmarking against the time-domain total focusing method (TFM) using simulated and experimental data.

Main Results:

The wavenumber algorithm provides a mathematically rigorous solution, resulting in an improved point-spread function and superior imagery compared to TFM.
The wavenumber algorithm demonstrates significantly faster computational performance, several orders of magnitude faster than TFM for large datasets.
TFM offers greater flexibility in handling arbitrary imaging geometries, while the wavenumber algorithm requires regularly sampled linear arrays.

Conclusions:

The wavenumber algorithm presents a computationally efficient and accurate method for full-matrix ultrasonic imaging, outperforming TFM in speed and image quality.
While TFM remains advantageous for complex geometries, the wavenumber algorithm is a powerful alternative for linear array applications in nondestructive evaluation.