TA-8 Brief Description

4.6.1 Site Description TA-8, also known as GT Site or Anchor Site West [Table 4-4 and Figure 4-6 (index map for TA-8)], is a dynamic testing site that serves the entire Laboratory. Capability is maintained in all modern nondestructive testing techniques for ensuring the quality of material in items ranging from test weapons components to high-pressure dies and molds. The principal techniques used at this site include radiographic techniques (x-ray machines with potential up to 1,000,000 V and a 24- MeV betatron), radioisotope techniques, ultrasonic and penetrant testing, and electromagnetic test methods.     ©2004 lasg.org