Tobias D. Carrigan
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Tobias D. Carrigan is a leading figure in nondestructive evaluation (NDE), specializing in the inspection of nonmetallic infrastructure using advanced microwave and robotic technologies. His primary research focuses on microwave and millimeter-wave reflectometry, a form of continuous-wave surface-penetrating radar, which he has pioneered for detecting defects in nonmetallic pipelines—a critical challenge as these materials become more prevalent in water, gas, and chemical transport. Carrigan’s most cited work (2018, 56 citations) demonstrates a groundbreaking integration of K-band microwave reflectometry with an in-line inspection robot, enabling real-time, non-contact defect detection in pipes that traditional magnetic or ultrasonic methods cannot assess. This innovation has significant implications for infrastructure safety and maintenance, reducing the need for costly excavations. Beyond this, Carrigan’s contributions extend to sensor design, signal processing, and robotic platform development, earning him recognition as a key innovator in the field. His work has been widely cited by researchers in civil engineering, robotics, and materials science, and he is known for bridging the gap between laboratory techniques and practical field deployment.
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