Multisensor Data Fusion and Integration in NDT

In a previous publication the concept of data fusion applied to non-destructive testing (NDT) was introduced [1]. The present book explores the concept of NDT data fusion through a comprehensive review and analysis of current applications. Its main objective is to provide the NDT community with an up-to-date publication containing writings by authoritative researchers in the field of data fusion. It is not intended to give rigorous scientific details, but more a pragmatic overview of several applications of data fusion for materials evaluation and condition monitoring.

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