This is the fourth volume in a new edition of a handbook for college seniors and above that combines essential information on traditional penetrating radiation non-destructive testing techniques as well as incoming digital technologies. The 22 chapters include much new material, particularly in the area of digital imaging, data processing, digital image reconstruction, backscatter imaging and computed tomography. Topics include radiation and particle physics, electronic and isotope radiation sources, radioscopy, digital radiographic imaging, applications, image data analysis, radiation measurement and safety, attenuation coefficients, radiographic testing of metal castings and welds, neutron radiography, and radiographic filming, interpretation, and film development. Contains an extensive glossary and many b&w illustrations and charts. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR