What IS “Eddy Current” ??

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What IS “Eddy Current” ??

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Eddy-Currents can be used to inspect for hidden defects such as breaks, cracks, and some types of corrosion and pitting.

Here’s a simplified explanation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oriFJByl6Hs

Here’s a commercial mfr’r of equipment demonstrating their product: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D5BnBzf2F_o
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