Scott McKegney
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About
Dr. Scott McKegney is a leading researcher in advanced manufacturing, specializing in the integration of robotic additive manufacturing with in-process quality assurance. His work focuses on Wire + Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM), a cost-efficient technique for producing large-scale metal components, and the development of sensor-enabled non-destructive evaluation (NDE) methods. Dr. McKegney’s major contributions include pioneering collaborative robotic WAAM systems that combine fabrication with real-time ultrasonic and eddy-current inspection, enabling defect detection during the build process itself. His highly cited 2022 paper on collaborative robotic WAAM and sensor-enabled ultrasonic NDE (30 citations) and his 2023 work on in-process NDE using ultrasound and eddy-current approaches (22 citations) have significantly advanced the field by addressing a critical industry need: ensuring component integrity without post-production delays. By demonstrating that layers can be inspected as they are deposited, Dr. McKegney’s research reduces waste, enhances reliability, and paves the way for fully automated, quality-assured metal additive manufacturing. His work is instrumental for sectors like aerospace and energy, where high-value, defect-free components are paramount.
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