Definition of magnetic particle inspection in English:
magnetic particle inspection
noun
Engineering
A method of testing ferrous metal parts for defects by examining the magnetized metal for irregularities in its magnetic field, which become outlined when fine magnetic particles are applied to the metal.
Origin
1940s.
Definition of magnetic particle inspection in US English:
magnetic particle inspection
noun
Engineering
A method of testing ferrous metal parts for defects by examining the magnetized metal for irregularities in its magnetic field, which become outlined when fine magnetic particles are applied to the metal.