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Line chart comparing US aerospace composites market growth against European composites production volume from 2018 to 2025, indexed to 2018 equals 100. US line rises to +72%, European line falls to -24%.CICNDT Latest NewsComposites Are Growing. The Inspection Workforce Isn’t. That’s the Real Story Behind Europe’s Slowdown
July 7, 2026

Composites Are Growing. The Inspection Workforce Isn’t. That’s the Real Story Behind Europe’s Slowdown

A US-side reading of the May 2026 AVK / CompositesWorld market report — and what it implies for inspection capacity, certification, workforce development, and trends in aerospace composite inspection. The…
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AI-assisted composite aircraft inspection using advanced NDT technologies to improve defect detection, CT analysis, and aerospace quality assurance.CICNDT Latest NewsSupercharged, Not Replaced: What AI Actually Changes for the Composites Inspector
June 19, 2026

Supercharged, Not Replaced: What AI Actually Changes for the Composites Inspector

AI in composite inspection is becoming one of the most important developments in modern manufacturing and non-destructive testing. In the May 2026 issue of CompositesWorld, Editor-in-Chief Scott Francis made a…
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Close-up of an NDT inspection engineer wearing a protective visor with thermal reflections, representing the precision and focus required for advanced composite materials inspection in aerospace and defense manufacturingCICNDT Latest NewsThe Composites Industry Is Accelerating — and NDT Must Keep Pace
February 15, 2026

The Composites Industry Is Accelerating — and NDT Must Keep Pace

What New Composites Advances Mean for NDT Inspection | CICNDT How Advances in Recycling, Automated Manufacturing, Aerospace Innovation, and Next-Gen Materials Are Reshaping the Demand for Advanced Non-Destructive Testing In…
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NDT: CICNDT InsightsNavigating NDT Standards: How ASTM Updates Impact Your Inspection Processes
February 10, 2026

Navigating NDT Standards: How ASTM Updates Impact Your Inspection Processes

Recent ASTM and ASNT standards revisions directly affect how composite and advanced material inspection procedures are developed, validated, and maintained. CICNDT breaks down what matters for your operations. Navigating NDT…
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CICNDT Latest NewsA Comprehensive Guide to Laser Shearography
February 2, 2026

A Comprehensive Guide to Laser Shearography

DANTEC Dynamics Laser Shearography system in action, inspecting a wind turbine blade for defects, deployed by CICNDT for non-destructive testing (NDT). Laser Shearography: An NDT Tool for Advanced Composite Structures…
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Laser shearography NDT inspection system scanning a composite panel with red laser illuminationCICNDT Latest NewsUnderstanding Laser Shearography – The Basics
January 6, 2026

Understanding Laser Shearography – The Basics

Understanding Laser Shearography: Principles and Applications In the world of non-destructive testing (NDT), Laser Shearography has emerged as a vital tool. This technique is particularly beneficial in industries like aerospace,…
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CICNDT Latest NewsUnderstanding Non-Destructive Testing Techniques
December 12, 2025

Understanding Non-Destructive Testing Techniques

Understanding Non-Destructive Testing Techniques When it comes to ensuring the safety and reliability of materials and structures, Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) is an invaluable practice. This article will guide you through…
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AIMM Center Ogden Utah official logo representing advanced aerospace inspection and innovationAIMMCICNDT Latest NewsComposite NDT Innovations: Latest Technological Advancements at CICNDTIndustrial CT Scanning Promoting the AIMM Center’s 3D volumetric capabilities
December 6, 2025

Industrial CT Scanning Promoting the AIMM Center’s 3D volumetric capabilities

Industrial CT Scanning Promoting the AIMM Center s 3D volumetric capabilities Industrial CT scanning is revolutionizing the way industries approach quality control and product development. This advanced technology offers a…
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An engineer in safety gear performing maintenance on a wind turbine, with a view of a large wind farm.CICNDT Latest NewsCICNDT: Protecting Wind Farm Investments
August 22, 2025

CICNDT: Protecting Wind Farm Investments

Wind Blade Inspections with CICNDT: Protecting Wind Farm Investments Wind turbine blades are one of the most valuable components of any wind farm—and also one of the most vulnerable. Even…
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Close-up of jet engine turbine blades used in advanced composite inspection and NDTCICNDT Latest NewsNew TechniquesThe Unseen Guardian: Why Advanced Inspection is Critical for Tomorrow’s Jet Engines
August 7, 2025

The Unseen Guardian: Why Advanced Inspection is Critical for Tomorrow’s Jet Engines

The Unseen Guardian: Why Advanced Inspection is Critical for Tomorrow's Jet Engines Breakthroughs in materials science are pushing jet engines to be lighter, hotter, and more efficient. This evolution demands…
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A yellow robotic arm uses a 3D laser scanner for quality control on a composite car bumper, a key process for collecting the physical data needed for composite simulation validation.CICNDT Latest NewsGround Truth: Why Composite Simulation Validation Depends on Advanced NDT
August 4, 2025

Ground Truth: Why Composite Simulation Validation Depends on Advanced NDT

The Need for Composite Simulation Validation in Automotive Design The accuracy of composite simulation validation is a critical hurdle in the automotive industry's quest to design safer, lightweight vehicles. As…
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A scenic view of a wind farm at sunset, highlighting the massive turbines that require regular wind blade inspection to operate safely and efficiently.CICNDT Latest NewsFrom Innovation to Operation: Ensuring the Integrity of Next-Gen Wind Blades
July 28, 2025

From Innovation to Operation: Ensuring the Integrity of Next-Gen Wind Blades

Innovations in Blade Design Demand Advanced Inspection The renewable energy sector is in a constant state of innovation, pushing for larger, more efficient wind turbines. As blade designs evolve with…
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A stack of antique 1937 U.S. military stretchers, showing the heavy wood and canvas materials used before the era of lightweight composites and modern military composite inspection.CICNDT Latest NewsEvery Ounce Counts: A Veteran’s Perspective on Material Trust
July 19, 2025

Every Ounce Counts: A Veteran’s Perspective on Material Trust

A Veteran’s Perspective on Material Trust The critical need for military composite inspection is a reality best understood by those who have relied on the equipment. For those who have…
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A close-up of a Koenigsegg Regera's exposed carbon fiber body, showing the intricate V-pattern weave of the advanced composite material at sunset.CICNDT Latest NewsFrom Racetrack to Road: Why the Future of Cars Depends on Unseen Inspections
July 7, 2025

From Racetrack to Road: Why the Future of Cars Depends on Unseen Inspections

From Racetrack to Road: Why the Future of Cars Depends on Unseen Inspections A new era in automotive design is dawning, and with it comes the critical need for advanced…
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-35 fighter jet at sunrise representing Photothermal Radiometry in aerospace inspectionCICNDT Latest NewsHow Photothermal Radiometry Is Revolutionizing Aircraft Inspection at Utah’s AIMM Center
June 30, 2025

How Photothermal Radiometry Is Revolutionizing Aircraft Inspection at Utah’s AIMM Center

New Laser Imaging Sees Hidden Flaws in Aircraft, and a Utah Center is Leading the Charge A revolutionary laser-based technology called Photothermal Radiometry in aerospace inspection is changing how aircraft…
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obotic inspection setup at the AIMM Center during grand opening eventAIMMCICNDT Latest NewsAIMM Center Featured in Composites World: A New Era for Advanced Composites Inspection
June 23, 2025

AIMM Center Featured in Composites World: A New Era for Advanced Composites Inspection

The AIMM Center Profiled in the May Edition of Composites World We’re thrilled to share that the AIMM Center advanced composites inspection capabilities were featured in the May 2025 edition…
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llustration of industrial sectors including wind, oil, and energy with “We Are Hiring” banner—highlighting Wind Service Technician jobs.CICNDT Latest NewsWind Service Technician jobs in renewable energy
May 21, 2025

Wind Service Technician jobs in renewable energy

Join the Future of Renewable Energy: CICNDT is Hiring now Wind Service Technician Jobs At CICNDT, we believe in building a cleaner, safer, and more sustainable future—one wind turbine at…
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CICNDT at CLEANPOWER 2025 Phoenix – Powering America’s Future with Advanced NDT SolutionsCICNDT Latest NewsClean Energy Innovation at CLEANPOWER 2025 – Visit CICNDT at Booth #3746
May 20, 2025

Clean Energy Innovation at CLEANPOWER 2025 – Visit CICNDT at Booth #3746

CICNDT Showcases Advanced NDT Solutions at the Nation’s Premier Clean Energy Conference CICNDT is proud to announce its participation in CLEANPOWER 2025, the premier conference and trade show hosted by…
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OMNI NDE collaborative robot (cobot) performing non-destructive inspection on a composite part using CICNDT techniques at the AIMM Center in Ogden, Utah.AIMMCICNDT Latest NewsComposite NDT Innovations: Latest Technological Advancements at CICNDTNext-Gen NDT for Thermoplastic Composites: AIMM, CICNDT, and Omni NDE Lead the Way
May 10, 2025

Next-Gen NDT for Thermoplastic Composites: AIMM, CICNDT, and Omni NDE Lead the Way

Thermoplastic Composites in Aerospace: Inspection Challenges and Solutions from CICNDT, the AIMM Center, and Omni NDE From Thermoplastics to Total Integrity: Inspection Evolves As thermoplastic composite (TPC) nacelle structures gain…
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AIMM Center Ogden Utah official logo representing advanced aerospace inspection and innovationAIMMComposite NDT Innovations: Latest Technological Advancements at CICNDTThe Future of Aircraft Safety: CICNDT, Omni NDE and AIMM Center Pioneer Composite Bond Testing
May 5, 2025

The Future of Aircraft Safety: CICNDT, Omni NDE and AIMM Center Pioneer Composite Bond Testing

Beyond Fasteners: Why Bond Integrity & Composite NDT Are Reshaping Aerospace Engineering In the evolving world of aerospace manufacturing, the shift from mechanical fastening to adhesive bonding of composite structures…
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Collaborative robot performing materials inspection at AIMM Center Ogden Utah during live demonstration eventAIMMCICNDT Latest NewsComposite NDT Innovations: Latest Technological Advancements at CICNDTAIMM Center Opens in Ogden, Utah: Transforming Aerospace NDT with Cobot Technology and Advanced Materials Testing
April 15, 2025

AIMM Center Opens in Ogden, Utah: Transforming Aerospace NDT with Cobot Technology and Advanced Materials Testing

AIMM Center Ogden Utah Launches: Advancing Aerospace Inspection Through Innovation and Partnership Ogden, UT — The future of aerospace inspection officially launched on April 4, 2025, with the grand opening…
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Wind turbine blades lying horizontally on the ground with a CICNDT work truck parked nearby, highlighting maintenance and inspection processes in the wind energy industry.CICNDT Latest NewsMastering Cold Weather Wind Maintenance: Overcoming Challenges with the Right Tools
December 23, 2024

Mastering Cold Weather Wind Maintenance: Overcoming Challenges with the Right Tools

Cold Weather Maintenance of Wind Blades: A Technician’s Perspective As winter’s chill settles in, maintaining wind turbines becomes challenging but essential to ensure efficiency and safety. Wind blade maintenance stands…
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Wind turbine blades lying horizontally on the ground with a CICNDT work truck parked nearby, highlighting maintenance and inspection processes in the wind energy industry.CICNDT Latest NewsNDT: CICNDT InsightsPreventing Wind Blade Defects: Design, Manufacturing, and Maintenance Insights
December 18, 2024

Preventing Wind Blade Defects: Design, Manufacturing, and Maintenance Insights

In the wind energy industry, wind turbine manufacturers and operators face the potential for litigation related to wind blade defects and maintenance. Design, manufacturing, installation, and maintenance issues may lead…
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Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 with carbon fiber wheels on a curving road during sunset, showcasing high-performance design. Image used for editorial purposes.AIMM Center Automotive | Advanced NDT for Automotive CompositesCarbon Fiber Wheels: Enhancing Racing Performance with CICNDT
December 16, 2024

Carbon Fiber Wheels: Enhancing Racing Performance with CICNDT

The Power of Composites: Carbon Fiber Wheels and CICNDT's Passion for Racing At CICNDT, we aren’t just experts in non-destructive testing (NDT) for composite materials – we’re also car enthusiasts…
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CICNDT Latest NewsDantec Dynamics in this Month’s Composites World
October 2, 2024

Dantec Dynamics in this Month’s Composites World

CICNDT: Leading the Way in Non-Destructive Testing with Dantec Dynamics At CICNDT, we pride ourselves on being at the forefront of non-destructive testing (NDT) technology. As a global leader in…
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CICNDT Latest NewsCICNDT Exploring COBOTS in Wind Industry NDT
September 27, 2024

CICNDT Exploring COBOTS in Wind Industry NDT

The Promise of Cobots in Wind Industry NDT: CICNDT's Pioneering Role Collaborative robots, or cobots, represent a major leap forward in the wind industry, especially in non-destructive testing (NDT). By…
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Scenic view of Hallstatt, Austria with mountains and a lakeside village, emphasizing Austrian landscapes.CICNDT Latest NewsCICNDT Lands in Austria for Advanced Training with Photothermal Tomography
September 3, 2024

CICNDT Lands in Austria for Advanced Training with Photothermal Tomography

CICNDT Leadership Embarks on Advanced Training in Austria In our continued commitment to excellence and staying at the forefront of non-destructive testing (NDT) technology, CICNDT is proud to announce that…
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etailed image of an ancient Roman woman, dressed in traditional attire, carefully sprinkling a fine white powder (flour) onto a marble slab, holding a translucent container. The background features ancient Roman architecture with columns and ruins, signifying the historical context of early non-destructive testing techniques.CICNDT Latest NewsNDT: CICNDT InsightsHistory of Non-Destructive Testing
August 28, 2024

History of Non-Destructive Testing

Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) – A Brief History (and Where It’s Headed Next) Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) is one of the quiet pillars of modern engineering. It helps ensure the safety and…
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Photothermal Tomography image from Voidsy equipment showing internal defects in composite materialsCICNDT Latest NewsComposite NDT Innovations: Latest Technological Advancements at CICNDTNew TechniquesTop Non-Destructive Testing Techniques for Ensuring Structural IntegrityPhotothermal Tomography: Locating and Quantifying Defects in Composites with CICNDT and voidsy gmbh
August 18, 2024

Photothermal Tomography: Locating and Quantifying Defects in Composites with CICNDT and voidsy gmbh

Photothermal Tomography for Locating and Quantifying Defects in Composites: Empowering Advanced NDT with CICNDT and voidsy gmbh Composite Inspection and Consulting LLC (CICNDT) remains at the forefront of delivering cutting-edge…
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Close-up of carbon fiber composite material, representing the advanced focus of CICNDT in ultrasonic leak detection for ensuring high-quality composite manufacturing.CICNDT Latest NewsNew TechniquesTop Non-Destructive Testing Techniques for Ensuring Structural IntegrityUltrasonic Leak DetectionPrecision in the Silence: The Leading Edge of Ultrasonic Leak Detection by CICNDT
August 9, 2024

Precision in the Silence: The Leading Edge of Ultrasonic Leak Detection by CICNDT

In the precision-driven world of composite manufacturing, every detail matters. Critical manufacturing stages, such as vacuum infusion, demand the most reliable technologies to maintain quality. Ultrasonic leak detection is a…
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CICNDT Joins NSBA. A Business jet parked on a wet tarmac under a cloudy skyCICNDT Latest NewsCICNDT Joins NBAA
August 8, 2024

CICNDT Joins NBAA

Looking out from a business jet window, highlighting the role of CICNDT in ensuring the safety and performance of aircraft components. CICNDT Joins NBAA: Elevating NDT Capabilities in Aerospace Composite…
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Hierarchical interphase structure in fiber-reinforced polymer composites, enhancing composite toughness for aerospace and wind energy applications.CICNDT Latest NewsComposite NDT Innovations: Latest Technological Advancements at CICNDTNDT Technologies 2023 EMC; Exploring Potential Tech for the Industry
August 5, 2024

NDT Technologies 2023 EMC; Exploring Potential Tech for the Industry

CICNDT is newly aware of the the electronic materials series of conferences, particularly the NDT technologies from the 2023 EMC. Rather, the EMC highlights tech that is either already applies…
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Reliable wind turbine blade maintenance is key to integrity: pre-deployment checks, post-deployment testing, and NDE inspections are paramount for efficiency in energy production.CICNDT Latest NewsData Shows Increases in Wind Energy Production – Wind Turbine Blade Maintenance a Critical Function
August 1, 2024

Data Shows Increases in Wind Energy Production – Wind Turbine Blade Maintenance a Critical Function

Good News in Renewable Energy Good news from the wind industry, thanks in part to wind turbine blade maintenance, at least as far as the data shows for the United…
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Hierarchical interphase structure in fiber-reinforced polymer composites, enhancing composite toughness for aerospace and wind energy applications.CICNDT Latest NewsComposite NDT Innovations: Latest Technological Advancements at CICNDTEnhancing Composite Toughness for Aerospace and Wind Energy
July 23, 2024

Enhancing Composite Toughness for Aerospace and Wind Energy

Enhancing Composite Toughness a Reality with FRPCs In the world of advanced materials, the path to enhancing composite toughness may be through the indispensable Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Composites (FRPCs). Their exceptional…
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CICNDT Latest NewsAwareness in Action: NDT Companies Lead Support of Environmental Sustainability
May 10, 2024

Awareness in Action: NDT Companies Lead Support of Environmental Sustainability

Awareness in Action: NDT Companies Support the Viability of Renewable Energy Transition Home > Blog > From Awareness to Action: NDT Companies Taking Steps towards Social and Environmental Sustainability Derived in Collaboration with…
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Illustration depicting the convergence of aerospace and wind energy, featuring airplanes and wind turbines under a dynamic, stylized sky.Composite NDT Innovations: Latest Technological Advancements at CICNDTNDT TrendsAerospace and Wind Energy Convergence – Trends and Technology
May 9, 2024

Aerospace and Wind Energy Convergence – Trends and Technology

Top Trends in Aerospace and Wind Energy: Revolutionizing Sustainable Technology What are the transformative impacts of aerospace technology on wind energy? This article investigates how aerospace-derived materials, design, and technology…
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CICNDT Logo for Aerospace and Wind Energy NDE 4.0CICNDT Latest NewsNDT: CICNDT InsightsRevolutionizing Inspection Techniques in Aerospace Wind Energy NDE 4.0 Transformation
May 5, 2024

Revolutionizing Inspection Techniques in Aerospace Wind Energy NDE 4.0 Transformation

Revolutionizing Inspection Techniques in Aerospace and Wind Energy with NDE 4.0 In the evolving sectors of aerospace and wind energy, the adoption of Non-Destructive Evaluation (NDE) 4.0 principles marks change.…
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CICNDT Website Redesign: Elevating Our Digital PresenceCICNDT Latest NewsCICNDT Website Redesign: Elevating Our Digital Presence
May 2, 2024

CICNDT Website Redesign: Elevating Our Digital Presence

Advancements in composites Non-destructive Testing never rests, nor the digital world stand still. As for CICNDT, our rapid growth has driven a CICNDT website redesign to adapt to the fluid…
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Tomsk Polytechnik University Innovative Thermal NDT SolutionsComposite NDT Innovations: Latest Technological Advancements at CICNDTInnovative Thermal NDT Solutions Eyed by CICNDT
April 17, 2024

Innovative Thermal NDT Solutions Eyed by CICNDT

CICNDT: Pioneering Thermal NDT Solutions for Aerospace and Marine Industries CICNDT (Composite Inspection & Consulting Non-Destructive Testing) a leader in thermal non-destructive testing (NDT), a crucial technology for ensuring the…
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CICNDT Latest NewsRevolutionizing Non-Destructive Testing: CICNDT’s Advanced Technology Integration
January 14, 2024

Revolutionizing Non-Destructive Testing: CICNDT’s Advanced Technology Integration

Composite Safety: Advanced NDT for the Composites Industry Enhancing Aerospace Composite Integrity with Advanced NDT (Non-Destructive Inspection) CICNDT is elevating its non-destructive testing (NDT) capabilities with advanced NDT technologies for…
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“CICNDT helped revolutionized many of our NDT processes, elevating manufacturing integrity and quality at LM Wind.”

Daniel RichardsonLM Wind

“GE Renewables relies on CICNDT's ultrasonic leak detection to preemptively address potential issues, ensuring efficiency is maintained.”

William HarrisGE Renewables

“CICNDT's innovative NDT solutions and detailed inspections are crucial for the durability and reliability of Siemens Gamesa's wind turbine projects.”

Christopher AllenSiemens Gamesa

“CICNDT's inspections have significantly boosted Northwind's efficiency by catching issues early. Their unparallelled professionalism and knowledge make them a stand out.”

James CarterNorthwind Energy Operations