Ionising Radiation in Non-destructive Testing, Part 1 Types of Radiation used for Radiographic Testing – Basic Properties and Mechanism of Image Recording

Electromagnetic radiation, which is a special example of the electromagnetic field, has been present in the universe since its creation. Examples of radiation include radio waves, X-rays, and visible light. Depending on the frequency of the emitted electromagnetic wave, it can be ionising or non-ionising. Ionising radiation, due to its ability to penetrate matter, is often used in many areas of life. In industry, it is used for diagnostic purposes, e.g. in radiography.