Mounting a non-destructive testing device

Abstract

A mount for a non-destructive testing device incudes a first housing defining a first slot configured to receive a first end of a flexible sensor. The first housing includes a handle defining a hole configured to allow a user's hand to grip the first housing. The first housing defines a first pin hole configured to receive a first pin. A second housing defines a second slot configured to receive a second end of the flexible sensor. The second housing further defining a second pin hole configured to receive a second pin. A first retaining assembly includes a body defining a strap hole therethrough and a magnet opposite the strap hole. A pin assembly includes a pin extending through the body in a direction substantially normal to the magnet and substantially normal to a direction defined by the strap hole. A second retaining assembly includes mirrored features of the first assembly.

Description

MOUNTING A NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTING DEVICECROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

[0001] This application claims the benefit under 35 U.S.C. § 119 of US Provisional Patent Application No. 63 / 665,888 filed on 28 June 2024, entitled “MOUNTING A NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTING DEVICE” the entirety of which is hereby incorporated by reference.FIELD

[0002] This application relates to non-destructive testing devices and mounts for nondestructive testing devices.BACKGROUND

[0003] Non-destructive testing devices can be portable and can be used in various industries such as oil and gas. These devices can be used to inspect the integrity of certain structures, for instance, by detecting corrosion, measuring material thickness, detecting cracks or breaks in certain materials. For example, a radiation source can be used to pass radiation through an object to a sensor on an opposite side of an object.SUMMARY

[0004] The present disclosure describes mounting a non-destructive testing device.

[0005] An example implementation described within this disclosure is a mount for a nondestructive testing device. The mount includes the following features. A first housing defines a first slot configured to receive a first end of a flexible sensor. The first housing includes a handle defining a hole configured to allow a user’s hand to grip the first housing. The first housing further defines a first pin hole configured to receive a first pin. A second housing defines a second slot configured to receive a second end of the flexible sensor. The second housing further defines a second pin hole configured to receive a second pin. A first retaining assembly includes the following features. A body defines a strap hole therethrough. The strap hole is configured to receive a strap therethrough. A magnet is attached to the body opposite the strap hole. The magnet is configured to attach to a magnetic conduit. A pin assembly includes the following features. A pin extends through the body in a directionsubstantially normal to the magnet and substantially normal to a direction defined by the strap hole. The pin is configured to be received and retained by the pin hole of the first housing. A knob is attached to a first end of the pin, the knob is arranged to allow a user to manipulate an axial position of the knob and the pin relative to the body. A second retaining assembly includes features of the first assembly. The second assembly mirrors the first retaining assembly.

[0006] Aspects of the example mount, which can be combined with the example mount alone or in combination with other aspects, include the following. The first housing defines a hole configured to allow a user’s hand to grip and support the first housing. The first housing further defines a passage therethrough, the passage being of sufficient diameter to allow passage of a connection cable.

[0007] Aspects of the example mount, which can be combined with the example mount alone or in combination with other aspects, include the following. The first housing further defines a third pin hole configured to receive a third pin.

[0008] Aspects of the example mount, which can be combined with the example mount alone or in combination with other aspects, include the following. The pin is a first pin. The mount further comprises a third retaining assembly with a second pin extending through a third housing in a direction substantially parallel to the pin. The second pin is configured to be received and retained by the third pin hole. A knob is attached to a first end of the second pin.

[0009] Aspects of the example mount, which can be combined with the example mount alone or in combination with other aspects, include the following. The third assembly is configured to hold a display. The third assembly includes the following features. A mount is configured to house the display. A bracket is coupled to the mount. The bracket includes an arm configured to attach to the knob of the second pin assembly. A magnet is attached to the bracket opposite the display. The magnet is configured to attach the mount to a magnetic surface.

[0010] Aspects of the example mount, which can be combined with the example mount alone or in combination with other aspects, include the following. The third assembly includes a bayonet connector. The bayonet connector includes a first edge and a second edge. The bayonet connector is configured to rotate the first edge over the second edge to create afriction force.

[0011] Aspects of the example mount, which can be combined with the example mount alone or in combination with other aspects, include the following. The first assembly, the second assembly, or the third assembly further include a spring surrounding an outer circumferential surface of the pin. The spring biasing the knob and the pin towards the respective pinhole corresponding to the first assembly, the second assembly, or the third assembly, respectively whenever the first assembly, the second assembly, or the third assembly are attached to the mount.

[0012] Aspects of the example mount, which can be combined with the example mount alone or in combination with other aspects, include the following. The display is configured to wirelessly communicate with the sensor.

[0013] An example implementation of the subject matter described within this disclosure is a method with the following features. A first end of a flexible sensor is received by a first housing. A second end of the flexible sensor is received a second housing. A first retaining assembly is received by the first housing. A second retaining assembly, which includes mirrored features of the first assembly, is received by the second housing.

[0014] Aspects of the example method, which can be combined with the example method alone or in combination with other aspects, include the following. The first retaining assembly is received by a conduit. The second retaining assembly is received by the conduit. A body of the flexible sensor is received by the conduit.

[0015] Aspects of the example method, which can be combined with the example method alone or in combination with other aspects, include the following. Receiving, by the conduit, the flexible sensor body includes receiving the flexible sensor such that the flexible sensor lays substantially flush against an outer wall of the conduit.

[0016] Aspects of the example method, which can be combined with the example method alone or in combination with other aspects, include the following. Receiving, by the conduit, the first retaining assembly includes receiving and retaining the first retaining assembly by a magnet on the retaining assembly.

[0017] Aspects of the example method, which can be combined with the example methodalone or in combination with other aspects, include the following. Receiving, by the conduit, the second retaining assembly includes receiving a strap by the second retaining assembly and receiving the strap around an outer surface of the conduit.

[0018] Aspects of the example method, which can be combined with the example method alone or in combination with other aspects, include the following. Radiation from a radiation source is received by the flexible sensor. The radiation has already passed through the conduit. Data characterizing an image is sent, by the flexible sensor, to a controller responsive to receiving the radiation.

[0019] An example implementation of the subject matter described within this disclosure is a non-destructive inspection system with the following features. A flexible sensor is to be mounted substantially flush with an outer wall of a conduit. A controller is coupled to the sensor. The controller is configured to receive data characterizing an image from the sensor. A first housing is configured to receive a first end of a flexible sensor. The first housing includes a handle defining a hole configured to allow a user’s hand to grip the first housing. The first housing further defines a first pin hole. A second housing is configured to receive a second end of the flexible sensor. The second housing further defines a second pin hole. A first assembly includes the following features. A body defines a strap hole, configured to receive a strap, therethrough. A magnet is attached to the body opposite the strap hole. The magnet is configured to attach to a magnetic conduit. A pin assembly includes the following features. A pin extends through the body in a direction configured to be received and retained by the first pin hole. A knob is attached to a first end of the pin. The knob is configured to allow a user to manipulate an axial position of the knob and the pin relative to the body. A second assembly includes mirrored features of the first assembly.

[0020] Aspects of the example non-destructive inspection system, which can be combined with the non-destructive system alone or in combination with other aspects, include the following. The first housing further defines a passage therethrough. The passage is of sufficient diameter to allow passage of a connection cable.

[0021] Aspects of the example non-destructive inspection system, which can be combined with the non-destructive system alone or in combination with other aspects, include the following. The first housing further defines a third pin hole. The third pin hole is configured to receive a third pin.

[0022] Aspects of the example non-destructive inspection system, which can be combined with the non-destructive system alone or in combination with other aspects, include the following. The pin is a first pin. The mount further comprises a third retaining assembly with a second pin extending through a third housing in a direction substantially parallel to the pin. The second pin is configured to be received and retained by the third pin hole. A knob is attached to a first end of the second pin.

[0023] Aspects of the example non-destructive inspection system, which can be combined with the non-destructive system alone or in combination with other aspects, include the following. The third assembly is configured to hold a display. The third assembly further includes a mount configured to house the display. A bracket is coupled to the mount. The bracket includes an arm configured to attach to the knob of the second pin assembly. A magnet is attached to the bracket opposite the display. The magnet is configured to attach the mount to a magnetic surface.BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0024] These and other features will be more readily understood from the following detailed description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which:

[0025] FIG. l is a front perspective view of an example non-destructive testing device;

[0026] FIG. 2 is an exploded view of the example non-destructive testing device of FIG. 1;

[0027] FIG. 3 is a cross-sectional view of a retaining assembly attached to the example nondestructive testing device of FIG. 1;

[0028] FIG. 4 is a bottom perspective view of the retaining assembly attached to the nondestructive device of FIG. 1;

[0029] FIG. 5 is a cross-sectional view of a handle attached to the non-destructive device of FIG. 1;

[0030] FIG. 6 is a front perspective view of the example non-destructive testing device of FIG. 1 with an example display and example display mount;

[0031] FIG. 7 is a rear perspective view of the display mount of FIG. 6 coupled to a cross- sectional view of the non-destructive testing device of FIG. 1;

[0032] FIG. 8 is a front perspective view of the display mount of FIG. 6;

[0033] FIG. 9 is a translucent perspective view of the bayonet connector of FIG. 9 attached to the display mount of FIG. 6;

[0034] FIG. 10 is a side view of the example non-destructive testing device of FIG. 1 attached magnetically to a magnetic surface;

[0035] FIG. 11 is a side view of the example non-destructive testing device of FIG. 1 attached to a magnetic surface via straps;

[0036] FIG. 12 is a perspective view of the example non-destructive testing device of FIG. 6 attached to a magnetic surface;

[0037] FIG. 13 is a perspective view of the example non-destructive testing device of FIG. 6 attached to a magnetic surface with the display mount separated from the non-destructive testing device;

[0038] FIG. 14 is a schematic of an example controller coupled to the example nondestructive testing device of FIG. 1;

[0039] It is noted that the drawings are not necessarily to scale. The drawings are intended to depict only typical aspects of the subject matter disclosed herein and therefore should not be considered as limiting the scope of the disclosure.DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0040] Certain implementations will now be described to provide an overall understanding of the principles of the structure, function, manufacture, and use of the devices and methods disclosed herein. One or more examples of these implementations are illustrated in the accompanying drawings. Those skilled in the art will understand that the devices and methods specifically described herein and illustrated in the accompanying drawings are nonlimiting implementations and that the scope of the present invention is defined solely by the claims. The features illustrated or described in connection with one implementation may be combined with the features of other implementations. Such modifications and variations are intended to be included within the scope of the present invention.

[0041] Further, in the present disclosure, like-named components of the implementations generally have similar features, and thus within a particular implementation each feature of each like-named component is not necessarily fully elaborated upon. Additionally, to the extent that linear or circular dimensions are used in the description of the disclosed systems, devices, and methods, such dimensions are not intended to limit the types of shapes that can be used in conjunction with such systems, devices, and methods. A person skilled in the art will recognize that an equivalent to such linear and circular dimensions can easily be determined for any geometric shape. Sizes and shapes of the systems and devices, and the components thereof, can depend at least on the anatomy of the subject in which the systems and devices will be used, the size and shape of components with which the systems and devices will be used, and the methods and procedures in which the systems and devices will be used.

[0042] FIGS. 1-2 illustrate an example implementation of a mount 100 for a non-destructive testing device. The mount 100 is configured to inspect a welding joint to detect defects or abnormalities on the surface of a weld. In the illustrated implementation, the mount 100 includes a first housing 110, a flexible sensor 112 and a second housing 114. The first housing defines a first slot 210 which is configured to receive a first end 214 of a flexible sensor 112. In some implementations, the first housing also includes a handle 116 atop the first housing and further defining a hole 118 that can allow a user to carry the first housing 110 and the flexible sensor 112 to a testing site. The second housing 114 defines a second slot 220. The second slot is configured to receive a second end 222 of the flexible sensor 112. As shown in FIG. 2, the flexible sensor can be coupled to the first and the second housing by fasteners such as screws 230. The screws 230 allow the flexible sensor 112 to be securely fastened to the first housing 110 and second housing 114 so that a user can carry the entire assembled non-destructive testing system 101 (FIG. 6).

[0043] Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 1, the first housing includes a first retaining assembly 102 located on a first side of the first housing 110. The first retaining assembly 102 is configured to be received by the first housing 110. As shown in FIG. 2, the first retaining assembly can include a body 240. The body 240 can include several different features for coupling the mount to a conduit. For instance, the body 240 can include a strap hole 312, as shown in FIG. 4. As described in greater detail in relation to FIG. 3, the strap hole 312 is configured to receive a strap to fasten the mount 100 to a conduit. The body can also includea magnet 314 configured to attach the mount 100 to a magnetic surface. Further shown in FIG. 3, the retaining assembly 102 includes a pin assembly 242. The first housing 110 can include a first pin hole 244, and the pin assembly 242 is configured to mate with the first pin hole 244 via a first pin 246 to couple the first retaining assembly 102 to the first housing 110. Additionally, the mount 100 can include a second retaining assembly 104. The second retaining assembly can be configured with similar elements of the first retaining assembly 102 arranged in a mirrored arrangement, therefore like components will not be described. In one aspect the second retaining assembly 104 can be attached to the second housing 114 so the second housing 114 can be attached and secured to a conduit. Shown in greater detail below in relation to FIGS. 3 and 4, the pin assembly of both the first housing 110 and the second housing 114 can include a knob 316 configured to allow a user to manipulate each retaining assembly 102, 104.

[0044] In some implementations, the first housing 110 can include a third retaining assembly, as described in greater detail below. Also illustrated in FIG. 2 is a third pin hole 248. The third pin hole 248 can comprise similar features as the first pin hole. For instance, the third pin hole 248 can be configured to receive a third pin. As described in greater detail below, the third pin hole can be configured to receive a third retaining assembly.

[0045] FIGS. 3-4 illustrate the first retaining assembly attached to the mount 100. As described above, the first retaining assembly can include a pin assembly 242 comprising a knob 316. The knob 316 can be arranged generally adjacent the body 240 of the first retaining assembly 102. The body can further define a strap hole 412 configured to receive a strap. The direction of the strap hole can be configured to generally point in a direction substantially tangent to a conduit when the mount 100 is attached to a conduit (less than 90°). Furthermore, the body 240 can include a magnet 414 located opposite the strap hole 412. As shown in greater detail below, the magnet 414 can be configured to attach the mount 100 to a magnetic conduit. In relation to FIG. 3, the pin assembly 242 can include the first pin 246 located within the knob 316. The first pin 246 can be configured to be received and retained by the pin hole 244 located in the first housing. For instance, the first pin 246 can be received through the body 240 in a direction substantially normal to the strap hole (within standard manufacturing tolerances. In some aspects, a user is able to manipulate the position of the pin 246 via the knob 316. For instance, a spring 320 can surround an outer circumferential surface of the pin 246 and can enable a user to bias the knob 316, and therefore the pin 246,in a lateral direction when the first retaining assembly 102 is attached to the mount 100. A user can apply an axial force to the knob 316, and therefore the pin 246, in order to couple or decouple the first retaining assembly 102 to the mount 100. For instance, if the user prefers to attach the mount 100 to a conduit via a strap through the strap hole 412, the user may arrange the retaining assembly 102 such that the strap hole 412 closer to the conduit. This functionality is described in greater detail throughout this disclosure.

[0046] As shown in FIG. 5, the hole 118 defined by the first housing 110, and configured to allow a user’s hand to pass through the hole 118, can also define a passage 510. The passage 510 can be configured to allow a connection cable 702 (see FIG. 7) to pass through the passage 510. For instance, the diameter of the passage 510 can be within a range of 5.5 millimeters (mm) to 2.1 mm and the connection cable 702 can sufficiently pass through the passage 510 without incurring damage to the cable. In one aspect, the connection cable 702 can pass through the passage 510 and can be electrically coupled to the flexible sensor 112. As such, when the flexible sensor 112 receives radiation data that has passed through a conduit, the sensor can then transmit data to a display.

[0047] As described above, the mount can include a third retaining assembly. FIG. 6 illustrates the mount 100 configured with a third retaining assembly 610. A display mount 612 can be retained to the first housing 110 by the third retaining assembly 610. In the illustrated implementation, the third retaining assembly 610 is attached to a third housing 614 configured to hold a display 616 for viewing radiation data from a conduit 1210, as shown in FIG. 12. Similar to the first pin assembly 242 described above, the third retaining assembly can include a second pin 710 configured to be received in the third pin hole 248. As shown in FIG. 7, the second pin 710 can extend through the third housing 614 in a direction substantially parallel to the pins of the other retaining assemblies described herein when such retaining assemblies are coupled to the mount 100. The second pin 710 can also include a spring 712 surrounding an outer circumferential surface of the second pin 710 and enabling a user to bias a third knob 714, and therefore the second pin 710, in a lateral direction when the third retaining assembly 610 is attached to the display mount 612. As described in greater detail below, a user may want to remove the display mount 612 from the first housing 110 and, therefore, may bias the knob 714 to pull the second pin 710 out of the third housing 614. To attach the display mount 612 to the first housing 110, the display mount 612 may include a bracket 810 coupled to the mount. For instance, as shown in FIG. 8, the bracket 810 has anarm that includes a recessed portion 820 to allow the third knob 714 to attach to the first housing 110.

[0048] In some implementations, the bracket 810 includes a magnet 814 located opposite the display 616. In the implementation illustrated in FIG. 8, the magnet 814 is located on the rear of the display mount 612 to allow the display mount 612 to be attached to a surface of a magnetic conduit 1210, as shown in FIG. 12. As described above, a user may want to detach the display mount 612 from the first housing 110. In this instance, the user can bias the knob 714 to release the second pin 710 received in the third pin hole 248, as described above, and attach the display mount 612 to a magnetic surface. A user may want to attach the display mount 612 directly to the magnetic surface of the conduit 1010 in order to more easily view data displayed on the display 616, as shown in FIG. 13. As described above, the radiation data may be received by the cable connector 512 coupled to the flexible sensor 112. In instances where the cable connector 512 is used, the display 616 is electrically coupled to the flexible sensor 112 via the cable connector 512. For instance, as shown in FIG. 8, the display mount 612 can include a bayonet connector 830 that can be mechanically attached to the display mount 612. The bayonet connector 830 can be configured to rotate from an open position to a closed position. In a closed position, as shown in FIG. 9, the bayonet connector can be rotated in a counterclockwise direction to fasten a first edge 910 of the bayonet connector 830 to a second edge 912. Upon rotating the first edge 910 over the second edge 912, the bayonet connector 830 can create a friction force that can seal the first edge 910 to the second edge 912, and therefore the connection cable to the display. The friction force enabled by the bayonet connector 830 can prevent the cable connector 512 from detaching during inspection. While primarily illustrated and described as being wirelessly coupled to the display 616, in some implementations, the display 616 can be wirelessly coupled to the sensor 212 without departing from this disclosure.

[0049] FIGS. 10-13 illustrate the mount 100 attached to the conduit 1010 via the first retaining assembly 102 and second retaining assembly 104 described above. In FIG. 10, the first retaining assembly 102 can be received by the conduit 1010 and can be retained to the conduit 1010 via the magnet 414 of the first retaining assembly 102. The flexible sensor 112 can lay flush against an outer surface of the conduit 1010 and can allow the second retaining assembly 104 to be received at a point on the conduit 1010 opposite the first retaining assembly 102. The second retaining assembly 104 can be retained to the conduit via themagnet of the second retaining assembly 104. In some implementations, the conduit 1010 can receive the first retaining assembly 102 and the second retaining assembly 104 via the straps 1012 of the first and second retaining assemblies. For instance, FIG. 11 illustrates the body of the first retaining assembly 102 is rotated to place the strap hole 412 near the surface of the conduit 1010. Similarly, the body of the second retaining assembly 104 can be rotated to place the strap hole of the second retaining assembly 104 near the surface of the conduit 1010. As shown in FIG. 11, the strap 1012 can be received around an outer surface of the conduit 1010 and can pass through the strap hole of the first and the second retaining assembly. With the mount 100 fastened to the conduit 1010, the flexible sensor 112 can be used radiation testing over the conduit 1010. For instance, radiation can pass through the conduit 1010 and can be received by the flexible sensor 112. In some implementations, such radiation can include X-rays or gamma rays. The flexible sensor 112 can detect this radiation through the surface of the conduit, which can indicate the structural integrity of the conduit for example. The data received by the flexible sensor 112 can be used to characterize the structural integrity of the conduit into data, as an image for example, and can transmit this data to a controller 1400 in the display 616.

[0050] FIG. 14 illustrates an example controller 1400 that can be used with one aspect of the current subject matter. The controller 1400 can, among other things, monitor parameters of the flexible sensor 112 and a radiation source and send signals to actuate and / or adjust various operating parameters of such systems. As shown in FIG. 14, the controller 1400 can include one or more processors 1444 and non-transitory computer readable memory storage (e.g., memory 1448) containing instructions that cause the processors 1444 to perform operations. The processors 1444 are coupled to an input / output (VO) interface 1446 for sending and receiving communications with components in the system, including, for example, the sensor 112 and a radiation source. In certain instances, the controller 1400 can additionally communicate status with and send actuation and / or control signals to one or more of the various system components (including, for example, the radiation source).

[0051] While this disclosure contains many specific implementation details, these should not be construed as limitations on the scope of what may be claimed, but rather as descriptions of features specific to particular implementations of particular inventions. Certain features that are described in this disclosure in the context of separate implementations can also be implemented in combination in a single implementation. Conversely, various features that aredescribed in the context of a single implementation can also be implemented in multiple implementations separately or in any suitable subcombination. Moreover, although features may be described above as acting in certain combinations and even initially claimed as such, one or more features from a claimed combination can in some cases be excised from the combination, and the claimed combination may be directed to a subcombination or variation of a subcombination.

[0052] Similarly, while operations are depicted in the drawings in a particular order, this should not be understood as requiring that such operations be performed in the particular order shown or in sequential order, or that all illustrated operations be performed, to achieve desirable results. Moreover, the separation of various system components in the implementations described above should not be understood as requiring such separation in all implementations, and it should be understood that the described components and systems can generally be integrated together in a single product or packaged into multiple products. Thus, particular implementations of the subject matter have been described. Other implementations are within the scope of the following claims. In some cases, the actions recited in the claims can be performed in a different order and still achieve desirable results. In addition, the processes depicted in the accompanying figures do not necessarily require the particular order shown, or sequential order, to achieve desirable results.

Claims

CLAIMS1. A mount for a non-destructive testing device, the mount comprising: a first housing defining a first slot configured to receive a first end of a flexible sensor, the first housing defining a first pin hole configured to receive a first pin; a second housing defining a second slot configured to receive a second end of the flexible sensor, the second housing further defining a second pin hole configured to receive a second pin; a first retaining assembly comprising: a body defining a strap hole therethrough, the strap hole configured to receive a strap therethrough; a magnet attached to the body opposite the strap hole, the magnet configured to attach to a magnetic conduit; and a pin assembly comprising: a pin extending through the body in a direction substantially normal to the magnet and substantially normal to a direction defined by the strap hole, the pin configured to be received and retained by the pin hole of the first housing; and a knob attached to a first end of the pin, the knob arranged to allow a user to manipulate an axial position of the knob and the pin relative to the body; and a second retaining assembly comprising features of the first assembly, the second assembly mirroring the first retaining assembly.

2. The mount of claim 1, wherein the first housing defines a hole configured to allow a user’s hand to grip and support the first housing, the first housing further defining a passage therethrough, the passage being of sufficient diameter to allow passage of a connection cable.

3. The mount of any one of the previous claims, wherein the first housing further defines a third pin hole, the third pin hole configured to receive a third pin.

4. The mount of claim 3, wherein the pin is a first pin, wherein the mount further comprises a third retaining assembly comprising: a second pin extending through a third housing in a direction substantially parallel to the pin, the second pin configured to be received and retained by the third pin hole; and a knob attached to a first end of the second pin.

5. The mount of claim 4, wherein the third assembly is configured to hold a display, the third assembly further comprising: a mount configured to house the display; a bracket coupled to the mount, the bracket comprising an arm configured to attach to the knob of the second pin assembly; and a magnet attached to the bracket opposite the display, the magnet configured to attach the mount to a magnetic surface.

6. The mount of claim 5, wherein the third assembly comprises a bayonet connector, the bayonet connector comprising a first edge and a second edge; and the bayonet connector being configured to rotate the first edge over the second edge to create a friction force.

7. The mount of any one of the previous claims, wherein the first assembly, second assembly, or third assembly further comprise a spring surrounding an outer circumferential surface of the pin, the spring biasing the knob and the pin towards the respective pinhole corresponding to the first assembly, second assembly, or third assembly, respectively, whenever the first assembly, second assembly, or third assembly are attached to the mount.

8. The mount of claim 5, wherein the display is configured to wirelessly communicate with the sensor.

9. A method comprising; receiving, by a first housing, a first end of a flexible sensor; receiving, by a second housing, a second end of the flexible sensor; receiving, by the first housing, a first retaining assembly; and receiving, by the second housing, a second retaining assembly comprising mirrored features of the first assembly.

10. The method of claim 9, further comprising: receiving, by a conduit, the first retaining assembly; receiving, by the conduit, the second retaining assembly; and receiving, by the conduit, a body of the flexible sensor.

11. The method of claim 10, wherein receiving, by the conduit, the flexible sensor body comprises receiving the flexible sensor such that the flexible sensor lays substantially flush against an outer wall of the conduit.

12. The method of any one of claims 10-11, wherein receiving, by the conduit, the first retaining assembly comprises receiving and retaining the first retaining assembly by a magnet on the retaining assembly.

13. The method of any one of claims 10-12, wherein receiving, by the conduit, the second retaining assembly comprises: receiving a strap by the second retaining assembly; and receiving the strap around an outer surface of the conduit.

14. The method of any one of claims 10-13, further comprising: receiving radiation, by the flexible sensor, from a radiation source, the radiation having passed through the conduit; and sending, by the flexible sensor, data characterizing an image to a controller responsive to receiving the radiation.

15. A non-destructive inspection system comprising: a flexible sensor to be mounted substantially flush with an outer wall of a conduit; a controller coupled to the sensor, the controller configured to receive data characterizing an image from the sensor; a first housing configured to receive a first end of a flexible sensor, the first housing comprising a handle defining a hole configured to allow a user’s hand to grip the first housing, the first housing further defining a first pin hole; a second housing configured to receive a second end of the flexible sensor, the second housing further defining a second pin hole; a first assembly comprising: a body defining a strap hole therethrough, the strap hole configured to receive a strap; and a magnet attached to the body opposite the strap hole, the magnet configured to attach to a magnetic conduit; a pin assembly comprising: a pin extending through the body in a direction configured to bereceived and retained by the first pin hole; and a knob attached to a first end of the pin, the knob configured to allow a user to manipulate an axial position of the knob and the pin relative to the body; and a second assembly comprising features of the first assembly, the second assembly mirroring the first assembly.

16. The mount of claim 15, wherein the first housing further defines a passage therethrough, the passage being of sufficient diameter to allow passage of a connection cable.

17. The mount of any one of claims 15-16, wherein the first housing further defines a third pin hole, the third pin hole configured to receive a third pin.

18. The mount of claim 17, wherein the pin is a first pin, wherein the mount further comprises a third retaining assembly comprising: a second pin extending through a third housing in a direction substantially parallel to the pin, the second pin configured to be received and retained by the third pin hole; and a knob attached to a first end of the second pin.

19. The mount of any one of claims 15-18, wherein the third assembly is configured to hold a display, the third assembly further comprising: a mount configured to house the display; a bracket coupled to the mount, the bracket comprising an arm configured to attach to the knob of the second pin assembly; and a magnet attached to the bracket opposite the display, the magnet configured to attach the mount to a magnetic surface.

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