On the 13th of November 2024, the, by NANDTB organized, Dutch Aviation NDT Day was held at the Airport Lounge of MBO College Airport Hoofddorp, drawing a strong turnout of NDT specialists and enthusiasts. This biennial event focused on the theme of AI & NDT, offering a platform for industry professionals to explore cutting-edge developments in the field.
John Linnemeijer, the NANDTB-NL board chairman, warmly welcomed attendees before a series of enlightening presentations commenced. Pieter Troost from NANDTB kicked off the sessions with an overview of the 'Scope of NANDTB-NL’.
The event featured a diverse range of fascinating and educational topics, including:
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) in NDT by Lennert Schulenberg (Visi Consult X-ray Systems & Solutions GmbH)
- Robotics and Automation within NDT by Gregor Grzonkowski (Rohmann GmbH)
- Terahertz Inspections by Alenea Beliskaya (Dutch Terahertz)
- Man & Machine Stronger Together: How AI Assistance Takes Borescope Inspections to the Next Level by Bart Vredebergt (Aiir Innovation)
- Innovations in NDT by Sebastien van der Abbele (Fiducial)
Alongside the presentations, attendees had the opportunity to explore a market area featuring exhibits from MMP, Evident, DeLooperNDO & Rohmann GmbH, and TiaT.
A special thanks goes to Evident for sponsoring the coffee station.
The day concluded with a networking reception and the distribution of attendance certificates.
The NANDTB extend their gratitude to all participants, market exhibitors, the coffee station sponsor, and MBO Aviation Lounge for contributing to the event's success.
Mark your calendars for the next NANDTB’s ‘Dutch Aviation NDT Day’ in two years' time, promising another exciting gathering of NDT professionals and innovations in the aviation industry.