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During this webinar readers and audience members can participate and shape the course of a live discussion which includes prominent NDT experts, by either pre-submitting or asking questions live. The topic of this year’s session will be AI, Machine Learning, and automation as we look to how technology is developing to help meet aerospace industry requirements.

Testing professionals are faced with numerous challenges as new aircraft structures, materials, propulsion systems and fuels continue to be developed. Tune into NDT Week to help you manage this ever-changing environment and discover new ways to reduce time and costs, while improving reliability and accuracy.
When
Thursday, July 24, 2025 · 4:00 p.m. London (GMT +1:00)
Presenters
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Paul Perera
Director of Strategy and Technology Operations at Waygate Technologies
Paul Perera is Director of Strategy and Technology Operations at Waygate Technologies, a Baker Hughes business and world leader in non-destructive testing (NDT) solutions for industrial inspection. He comes from a background in 34 years Military Technology, and Aerospace Manufacturing industries.
Most recently he has delivered a successful bid for the development of a digital twin for the Battery Industrialisation Centre, a partner to Waygate Technologies, and accelerating the path to Zero Emissions, with high quality and zero scrap batteries by leveraging data science, simulation and optimisation, with UK Battery Industrialisation Centre and startups. He has led the partnerships with National Composite Centre, and Hydrogen Southwest leaning in on Liquid Hydrogen tank development and inspection options for aviation and other industrial segments.
In his last role as VP Technology and Innovation in GKN Aerospace, he led over 600 research scientists in four technology centres focused on Additive Manufacturing, Composites and advancing sustainable propulsion including Hydrogen Fuel Cell developments for Aerospace applications. He delivered on a £54M Government programme, H2GEAR, which has led to over 100 scientist and engineers accelerating the adoption of Hydrogen Propulsion for Aerospace.

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Micah Policano
Chemical Processing Technician | Aerospace & Defense Specialist
Micah Policano is a highly experienced and dedicated chemical processing technician with 14 years of specialized expertise in the aerospace industry. Holding multiple Level 3 certifications from prominent suppliers such as Pratt & Whitney and PRI. Micah is a crucial asset in ensuring the quality and integrity of critical aerospace components, as demonstrated by being a Supplier Side Certifying Agent for GE Aerospace for multiple process codes.
Micah's commitment to precision and adherence to rigorous industry standards have been foundational to his long and successful career. His comprehensive understanding of chemical processing operations directly contributes to the safety, reliability, and performance of aerospace components.
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Bruce Hunter
Quality & Process Engineer | NDT Level III, Pratt & Whitney
Bruce Hunter is a Quality & Process Engineer and NDT Level III at Pratt & Whitney, a role he has held since 2023. Prior to joining Pratt & Whitney, Bruce spent 16 years with The Kaman Corporation (2007–2023), where he held various positions of increasing responsibility in quality and non-destructive testing.
He holds ASNT and NAS410 Level III certifications in Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), and Penetrant Testing (PT), demonstrating his broad expertise across multiple NDT disciplines.
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Dr. Johannes Vrana
Physicist, consultant, speaker, and trainer
Dr. Johannes Vrana is a physicist, consultant, speaker, and trainer with over 20 years of experience in NDE and data science. His work spans applied ultrasonics, quantum optics, and quality assurance for diverse industries.
A leading expert in NDE 4.0 and digital transformation, Dr. Vrana authored "The World of NDE 4.0: Let the Journey Begin." He holds a Ph.D. on Induction Thermography and received prestigious awards, including the Robert C. McMaster Gold Medal and the Kurzweil Award for High Impact on NDE 4.0. His company, "Vrana GmbH", specializes in NDE and digital transformation consulting, R&D, and training.
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Ben Sampson
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