Signal Processing for Acoustic Emission Signature Analysis and Defect Detection

This article presents the results of implementing a digital signal processing method for analyzing the acoustic emission (AE) signature and detecting defects such as cracks and pores. The signal processing method is based on a cascade connection of digital high-pass filters and ensures the selection of informative signals and increases the signal-to-interference ratio. In order to control the formation of defects in the process of selective laser melting, the paper presents the results of experimental testing of the cascade filtration method for detecting defects in the internal structure such as cracks and pores. The signal components recorded during the development of defects during the growth of additive manufacturing products were extracted. AE signatures were analyzed and statistical relationships were assessed. The relationship between the parameters of the AE signal and the values of laser radiation power has been identified, which characterizes the process of defect formation.