Main features of distributions of the magnetic flux leakage fields of defects different shapes

Abstract

The features of topography of the magnetic fields of various defects are considered using the finite element method (FEM). The distinctive attributes of these defects are identified and some recommendations are given on determining different types of defects. It is shown that extremes of the normal component of the magnetic field created by defects are closely connected with an orientation and an angle of inclination of a defect in a plate. An approach for estimating this angle of inclination of surface defects and extended subsurface defects is proposed. © Published under licence by IOP Publishing Ltd.