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April 13, 2026Journal of Nuclear Engineering and Radiation Science

Approach to Uncertainty Estimation in Ultrasonic Testing Results in the Field of Nuclear Energy

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PMPavel MarešPVPetr VlcekJVJana Veselá

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Overview

Research aims to improve accuracy of ultrasonic testing results in nuclear energy, suggesting practical methodologies for uncertainty estimation.

Key Points

  • The research aims to develop a framework for estimating uncertainties in ultrasonic testing results within the nuclear energy sector.
  • Developed a methodology for uncertainty determination and expression in ultrasonic testing.
  • Conducted an extensive experimental program generating tens of thousands of data points.
  • Performed statistical analysis to identify Type A uncertainties based on testing parameters.
  • Introduced a tiered approach to determine uncertainty based on required accuracy.
  • Found that measurement conditions and human factors significantly impact the accuracy of ultrasonic testing results.
  • Demonstrated that uncertainty can only be meaningfully quantified for specific defects with defined parameters.
  • Enhanced the reliability of UT results, laying groundwork for addressing system-related Type B uncertainties.

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Mareš et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69dc88303afacbeac03ea264https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4071657
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