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Glossary
A quick reference to terms used throughout the guides.
Use these definitions when reading the equipment guides or discussing an inspection scope. CUI describes a damage condition; MFL, PAUT, PEC, and RVI describe inspection methods. Follow each link for equipment examples and application context.
- CUI · Corrosion under insulation
- External corrosion hidden beneath insulation and weather barriers. Explore related guides →
- MFL · Magnetic flux leakage
- An electromagnetic screening method used on ferromagnetic material. Explore related guides →
- PAUT · Phased array ultrasonic testing
- Electronically steered ultrasonic beams used for imaging and characterization. Explore related guides →
- PEC · Pulsed eddy current
- An electromagnetic method used to screen compatible walls through insulation and coatings. Explore related guides →
- RVI · Remote visual inspection
- Cameras, videoscopes, crawlers, and robotic systems used for remote examination. Explore related guides →