“Rise of Robotics, Automation, and Remote Inspection Technologies”
- A prominent trend reshaping the global Non-destructive Testing Services and Equipment market is the accelerated adoption of robotics, drones, and automated systems for NDT in hazardous, large-scale, or difficult-to-access environments. These technologies enhance operational efficiency, reduce human risk, and deliver high-precision inspections.
- For instance, in January 2024, Eddyfi Technologies launched “Lyft Pro,” a next-generation pulsed eddy current (PEC) system that automates inspection workflows and allows real-time defect detection in corrosion under insulation (CUI) scenarios.
- Similarly, in March 2023, Intertek introduced robot-assisted ultrasonic testing (UT) solutions to improve speed and reliability during offshore oil platform inspections, highlighting growing demand for unmanned and remote NDT systems.
- Drone-based visual and thermal NDT inspections are gaining traction, especially in sectors like power generation and infrastructure. In April 2024, GE Vernova’s Inspection Robotics unveiled autonomous drone inspection services to monitor turbine blades and boilers, reducing downtime and inspection costs.
- Integration of AI and machine learning algorithms with NDT tools is also trending, enabling automated defect recognition, predictive maintenance, and data-driven decision-making, thereby transforming the landscape of traditional inspection services.
