Cliff J. Lissenden
Papers
11
Total Citations
149
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About
Cliff J. Lissenden is a prominent researcher specializing in nondestructive inspection (NDI), ultrasonic guided waves, and structural integrity assessment, with a particular focus on the critical challenge of inspecting spent nuclear fuel dry storage canisters. His work addresses one of nuclear energy's most pressing safety concerns: detecting stress corrosion cracking in stainless steel canisters housed in harsh, radiation-exposed environments where direct human access is impossible. Lissenden's most significant contributions center on developing robotic NDI systems that leverage shear horizontal guided waves and electromagnetic acoustic transducers (EMATs) to achieve comprehensive volumetric inspection of welded canister structures. His 2018 paper on shear horizontal guided waves for spent nuclear fuel inspection has garnered 36 citations, reflecting its foundational importance to the field. Collectively, his top papers have accumulated over 140 citations, demonstrating sustained influence across the NDI and nuclear safety communities. Beyond sensor development, Lissenden has tackled practical engineering challenges including transducer selection for robotic deployment, crack detection in weld heat-affected zones, and managing design change propagation during complex prototype development. His interdisciplinary approach — bridging ultrasonics, robotics, and nuclear safety — positions his research as essential reading for engineers and scientists working at the intersection of structural health monitoring and nuclear infrastructure integrity.
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- 4Toward Robotic Inspection of Dry Storage Casks for Spent Nuclear Fuel27 citations · 2017
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- 7Robotic Inspection of Dry Storage Casks for Spent Nuclear Fuel3 citations · 2016
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