Ultrasonic Testing
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The All-Female Team Inspecting China’s Qinghai-Tibet Railway: “Driving a Million-Dollar Vehicle Feels Pretty Cool”
An all-female rail inspection team is pioneering safety measures on the Qinghai-Tibet Railway, the world’s highest altitude railway. Composed of women from diverse ethnic backgrounds, including “Gen Z” members, the team uses advanced ultrasonic flaw detection technology from a specialized vehicle to identify internal defects in steel rails and weld seams. This proactive maintenance approach mitigates fracture risks in a region prone to extreme conditions. Overcoming the challenges of a male-dominated field and handling heavy equipment, the team sets a new standard for rail safety.
