Computed Radiography Method for Non-Destructive Testing to Characterize Cooling Piping in Research Reactor G.A. Siwabessy Jepri Sutanto, Baskan Hanurajie, Iwan Sumirat, Sidik Permana, Asril P.A Mustari ı-
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Abstract
A radiographic test is one of the NDT methods used to verify the material (non-destructive testing). It utilizes ionizing radiation, such as X-rays or gamma rays, to create detailed images that reveal hidden flaws, defects, discontinuities, or anomalies. A radiographic test method commonly checks welding connections, fabrication, forging, and casting. Radiography NDT technique is used across diverse sectors, including manufacturing, aerospace, infrastructure, energy, and even research reactors or nuclear power plants (NPP). This study will discuss piping in a research reactor in South Tangerang, i.e., G.A. Siwabessy. Industrial digital radiography substitutes conventional film radiography and is replaced by imaging plate (IP). Parameters such as SNR and CNR and basic spatial resolution (SRb) must be considered and understood. Digital radiography is currently more widely used in addition to the short process and interpretation of results with up-to-date software developments. The linear indication is attached to the result of the interpretation. The linear indication^s orientation, size, and shape recommendations can provide valuable information to the nuclear energy research organization while replacing or substituting the piping. Image interpretation results were obtained to provide recommendations for improvements by standards and regulations. Other NDT methods are needed to compare the results.
