The Welding Research Council published a technical PDF on "Fitness-for-Service using advanced ultrasonic sizing," which became the most downloaded welding inspection PDF of 2020.
Key drivers for technological change in 2020 included:
Welding Inspection Technology (WIT) documentation, specifically the sixth edition released by the American Welding Society (AWS)
This specific 2020 document revolutionized visual inspection by including tables for digital camera resolution and lighting requirements for video scopes. Available for purchase from the AWS bookstore (preview PDFs often free).
credential, the industry has rapidly shifted toward digital and automated solutions in 2026. American Welding Society The standard "WIT-book" is traditionally used for Part A (Fundamentals)