10.14489/td.2026.07.pp.061-075

2026, 07 July

DOI: 10.14489/td.2026.07.pp.061-075

Ushakov V. M., Poezzhaeva L. V.
METHODOLOGICAL ASPECTS OF CAPILLARY CONTROL OF HAZARDOUS INDUSTRIAL FACILITIES
(pp. 61-75)

Abstract. The article examines the methodological provisions of capillary control documents concerning certain concepts, definitions, and the application of flaw detection materials. Relevant comments and explanations are provided. A comparison is made between control (test) samples manufactured in accordance with Russian capillary control documents and ISO (international) standards. The functional purpose of the samples is noted. An analysis of capillary control documents for hazardous industrial facilities is carried out. Comments are provided on those points in the documents that contain controversial issues or are ambiguous.

Keywords: hazardous industrial facilities, capillary control, methodological documents, control samples, sensitivity, penetrant.

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V. M. Ushakov, L. V. Poezzhaeva (JSC “RPA “CNIITMASH”, Moscow, Russia) E-mail: Данный адрес e-mail защищен от спам-ботов, Вам необходимо включить Javascript для его просмотра. , Данный адрес e-mail защищен от спам-ботов, Вам необходимо включить Javascript для его просмотра.

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