Short Course B: Unlocking the Power of Full Matrix Capture (FMC)

Course Overview

Full Matrix Capture (FMC) is revolutionizing ultrasonic testing by enabling advanced post-processing techniques that go far beyond conventional phased array inspections. This 4-hour short course provides a comprehensive introduction to FMC and its key imaging modalities—Total Focusing Method (TFM) and Phase Coherence Imaging (PCI)—to help participants fully understand their practical benefits, technical considerations, and application potential.

This course is ideal for inspectors, engineers, and technicians who want to deepen their understanding of FMC-based imaging and understand the benefits of one method over the other.

Upon Completion, Learners Will Be Able To:

• Explain the principles of Full Matrix Capture (FMC) data acquisition and its advantages over conventional phased array techniques
• Describe the fundamentals of amplitude-based Total Focusing Method (TFM), including how focal laws are applied to generate high-resolution images
• Identify key factors that influence TFM image quality, such as coverage, aperture, and resolution
• Summarize the core concepts behind Phase Coherence Imaging (PCI) and how it differs from amplitude-based methods
• Compare the capabilities and limitations of TFM and PCI in detecting flaws and improving signal-to-noise ratios, particularly in challenging inspection scenarios
• Interpret sample inspection data using both TFM and PCI to evaluate their practical performance in welds, complex geometries, and noisy materials
• Apply best practices for FMC-based inspections, including system setup, scan planning, and image interpretation
• Evaluate which imaging modality, TFM or PCI, is best suited for specific inspection applications

Questions? Contact us at education@asnt.org