The automotive industry relies on NDT during manufacture to test for flaws in brakes, steering and critical engine components. Furthermore, it can be used to ascertain the structural integrity of used car parts and components which are being put back onto roadworthy vehicles.

High-performance cars have specific engine and transmission parts inspected routinely to keep the vehicle performing at its best.

For example:

1. Bonding test between the cylinder liners and the casing of motor units

2. Inspection of camshafts

a) Wall thickness measurement on cast camshafts
b) Hardness testing on the running surfaces of camshafts

3. Inspection of valves

a) Flaw detection in friction welds on valve shafts
b) Testing of overlay welds

4. Inspection of Aluminium Casting
5. Inspection of Control arms, linkages, etc. are routinely inspected to ensure safety and reliability.