China has launched a groundbreaking national innovation center dedicated to advancing nondestructive testing (NDT) technologies for high-end equipment, marking a leap forward in the country’s pursuit of smart manufacturing leadership. Based in Beijing and overseen by the State Administration for Market Regulation, the facility is spearheaded by the defense technology arm of the China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation Limited (CASIC), as reported by People’s Daily.
The center unites 46 institutions—including top universities like Xi’an Jiaotong University and the Harbin Institute of Technology, alongside industry leaders—to tackle critical challenges in monitoring and evaluating advanced infrastructure like aerospace systems, nuclear power plants, and large-scale bridges. “Modern equipment demands smarter solutions,” said Li Hongmin, chairman of the initiative, emphasizing the push to enhance intelligence, standardization, and digital integration in NDT methods.
By fostering collaboration between academia, industry, and research bodies, the hub aims to accelerate breakthroughs in cutting-edge inspection technologies, positioning China at the forefront of global innovation. Analysts suggest this initiative could streamline quality control in strategic sectors, bolstering both domestic industries and international competitiveness.
