WICHITA, Kan., Oct. 16, 2017 /CNW/ -- Spirit AeroSystems
(NYSE:SPR) announced it has reached a licensing agreement with NDT
Solutions LLC to commercialize Spirit's innovative inspection
device for ultrasonic inspection of complex, integrated composite
structures. The new technology supports inspection of composite
structures from the inside out instead of the typical surface-only
inspection.
"Spirit is excited to partner with NDT Solutions to bring this
innovative inspection technology to the aerospace industry," said
Spirit Senior Vice President, Chief Technology and Quality Officer
John Pilla. "This development is one
example of how we leverage combined R&D, design and
manufacturing capabilities to offer complete program capabilities
and solutions to our customers."
Typical composite inspections are performed from the readily
accessible outside surface and require zero obstructions to fully
inspect the structure. The new Spirit-developed and patented
inspection technology allows composite structures to be inspected
from the inside, no matter how they're positioned or placed. The
advanced inspection capability has enabled Spirit to design highly
integrated composite structures with higher performance and
simplified build processes.
"We are excited about our collaborative effort with Spirit
AeroSystems," said Larry Culbertson,
chief operating officer of NDT Solutions. "NDTS is committed to
offering innovative solutions that demonstrate value with the
highest level of confidence to our customers. Offering this
enhanced inspection technique to the nondestructive testing
marketplace will allow others in our industry to benefit in the
inspection of complex composite structures."
Spirit AeroSystems is one of the largest manufacturers of
aerostructures in the world with design and build capabilities for
both commercial and defense customers.
On the web: www.spiritaero.com and www.ndts.com
On Twitter: @SpiritAero
About Spirit AeroSystems
Spirit AeroSystems
designs and builds aerostructures for both commercial and defense
customers. With headquarters in Wichita, Kan., Spirit operates
sites in the U.S.,
U.K., France and Malaysia. The company's core
products include fuselages, pylons, nacelles and wing components
for the world's premier aircraft. Spirit AeroSystems focuses
on affordable, innovative composite and aluminum
manufacturing solutions to support customers around the globe. More
information is available
at www.spiritaero.com.
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