--- type: "WebPage" title: "Industrial analysis by x-ray tomography in the laboratory" description: "Are you looking for a X-ray tomography analysis laboratory for the non-destructive testing of your parts? X-ray tomography analysis is an advanced technique that makes it possible to explore the internal structure of materials. Your need: carry out an X-ray..." resource: "https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/tomography-analysis-laboratory/" tags: ["EN", "pll_62383193018e5", "Materials", "Thomas ROUSSEAU"] timestamp: "2026-06-24T13:42:03Z" published: "2022-06-15T14:08:24Z" language: "en" author: "bwa" --- # Industrial analysis by x-ray tomography in the laboratory Are you looking for a **X-ray tomography analysis laboratory** for the [non-destructive testing of your parts](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/non-destructive-testing-inspection-ndt-ndc.md)? X-ray tomography analysis is an advanced technique that makes it possible to explore the internal structure of materials. ## Your need: carry out an X-ray tomography analysis ### What is a tomographic analysis? First of all, tomographic analysis is a materials analysis and inspection technique that uses the interaction between radiation and matter. It makes it possible to build 3D images of the object being studied. It therefore makes it possible to carry out [non-destructive testing](https://filab.fr/nos-prestations/analyse/caracterisation-de-surface/essais-et-controles-non-destructifs/), which makes it a highly valued technique in certain industrial sectors such as art, luxury goods, or for manufacturers of very large objects. X-ray tomography makes it possible to analyze the composition of a material, from its surface to its core, and to monitor its evolution under external constraints. ## Principles of x-ray tomography X-ray tomography is based on acquiring multiple radiographic images of a rotating sample. These images are then digitally reconstructed to obtain a **three-dimensional volumetric representation**of the internal structure. This **tomographic analysis technique** makes it possible to obtain a [detailed characterization of the internal structure](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/laboratory-analysis-failures/laboratory-of-microstructure-analysis-of-materials.md), including the distribution of phases, [porosity analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/laboratory-material-testing/porosity-porosimetry-analysis.md), material homogeneity, as well as the identification of voids, cracks, inclusions, assembly defects, and density variations. 3D tomography thus provides a complete and **quantitative**view of the sample. ## Our solutions: tomography services and non-destructive testing for industry professionals ### Why choose FILAB for your X-ray tomography analysis? #### Expert support for your industrial inspections and analysis FILAB offers you its advanced **X-ray tomography expertise**. Thanks to our **tomography expertise** dedicated to industrial clients, we help you interpret the results to solve your failure analysis challenges. - **Cutting-edge technology**: our X-ray tomography equipment enables precise, non-destructive 3D analysis of your parts, مهما their complexity. - **A tailor-made approach**: we adapt each analysis to your specific needs (porosity detection, weld inspection, reverse engineering, etc.). - **An independent and [ISO 17025 accredited](https://filab.fr/en/about-us/accreditations-en/laboratory-analysis-iso-17025.md) laboratory**: FILAB guarantees reliable, actionable results to optimize your manufacturing processes and improve the quality of your products. - **Technical support and dedicated guidance**: the dedicated team helps you interpret the results and implement appropriate corrective actions. ## Industrial analysis: our X-ray tomography services ## [3D non-destructive testing](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/non-destructive-testing-inspection-ndt-ndc.md) (NDT): detection of porosity, cracks, inclusions and structural anomalies in 3 dimensions Inspection of industrial assemblies: assess [welds](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/laboratory-analysis-failures/laboratory-analysis-welds.md), electronic components, and multi-material assemblies in depth [Internal defect analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/laboratory-analysis-failures/morphological-defect-analysis-laboratory.md) and leak path detection: identify structural anomalies and measure deviations in 3D Failure analysis and reverse engineering: 3D reconstruction for CAD comparison or part reproduction [Advanced materials characterization](https://filab.fr/en/about-us/chemical-analysis-and-material-characterization-filabs-expertise.md) : assess [density](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/density-analysis-density-measurement-in-laboratory/measurement-density-capillary-densitometry.md), [porosity](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/laboratory-material-testing/porosity-porosimetry-analysis.md) and/or internal structure ## Industries concerned by industrial tomography Industrial tomography is used in many technically demanding sectors, including: - Pharmaceutical industry - Medical devices - Aerospace and space - Electronics and microelectronics - Advanced materials and composites Application case: Internal defects in an industrial part **Your need****** Understand the origin of premature mechanical failures on an industrial part showing no apparent surface defects. **Our analytical response****** X-ray tomography makes it possible to reveal and locate internal porosity and assembly defects that are invisible to conventional inspections. The 3D tomographic analysis provides actionable data to adjust the manufacturing process and improve part reliability. Application case: Characterization of a composite material **Your need****** Identify the causes of non-compliant mechanical performance in composite material parts. **Our analytical response****** Composite 3D tomography highlights fiber orientation, matrix distribution, and the presence of internal delaminations. The results make it possible to optimize processing parameters and improve the reproducibility and quality of composite parts. ## Materials tomography: which materials can be analyzed? Tomography is a **non-destructive analysis** technique that makes it possible to explore the internal structure of many materials without altering the sample. X-ray tomography applies to a wide variety of matrices, whether **organic**or **inorganic**. It is particularly used for [polymer analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/polymer-materials-analysis-laboratory.md), composite materials, multi-material parts, technical ceramics, metal alloys, powders, foams, and complex assemblies.  ## X-ray tomography analysis - Markets, business sectors and materials [X-ray tomography analysis for the perfumery industry](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/tomography-analysis-laboratory/x-ray-tomography-analysis-for-the-perfume-industry.md) [X-ray tomography analysis for foundry](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/tomography-analysis-laboratory/x-ray-tomography-foundry.md) [3D inspection analysis of industrial assemblies](https://filab.fr/services/laboratoire-danalyse-de-linspection-3d-des-assemblages-industriels-par-tomographie-x.md) [Defect detection analysis in titanium or aluminum aerospace structural parts](https://filab.fr/services/laboratoire-danalyse-de-detection-de-defauts-dans-les-pieces-de-structure-aeronautique-en-titane-ou-aluminium.md) [X-ray weld analysis](https://filab.fr/services/laboratoire-danalyse-des-soudures-par-rayons-x.md) [X-ray tomography analysis for the watchmaking industry](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/tomography-analysis-laboratory/x-ray-tomography-watchmaking.md) [X-ray tomography surface analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/tomography-analysis-laboratory/surface-analysis-x-ray-tomography.md) [Analysis of resin infiltration in short-fiber composites](https://filab.fr/services/laboratoire-danalyse-de-linfiltration-de-resine-dans-les-composites-a-fibres-courtes-par-tomographie-x.md) [Analysis of the non-destructive evaluation of sintered or 3D-printed metal parts by X-ray tomography](https://filab.fr/services/laboratoire-danalyse-de-levaluation-non-destructive-de-pieces-frittees-ou-imprimees-en-metal-par-tomographie-x.md) [X-ray tomography analysis of resin-based composites](https://filab.fr/services/laboratoire-danalyse-de-composites-a-base-de-resine-par-tomographie-x.md) ## Our X-ray Tomography service: expertise, methods and types of defects [X-ray tomography failure analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/tomography-analysis-laboratory/x-ray-tomography-failure-studies.md) [3D inspection analysis of industrial assemblies](https://filab.fr/services/laboratoire-danalyse-de-linspection-3d-des-assemblages-industriels-par-tomographie-x.md) [Defect detection analysis in titanium or aluminum aerospace structural parts](https://filab.fr/services/laboratoire-danalyse-de-detection-de-defauts-dans-les-pieces-de-structure-aeronautique-en-titane-ou-aluminium.md) [X-ray weld analysis](https://filab.fr/services/laboratoire-danalyse-des-soudures-par-rayons-x.md) [Porosity and inclusion analysis](https://filab.fr/services/analyse-de-porosites-et-dinclusions-par-tomographie-x-en-laboratoire.md) [Defect detection analysis](https://filab.fr/services/laboratoire-danalyse-de-la-revelation-des-defauts-par-tomographie-x.md) [Crack evolution in stressed materials](https://filab.fr/services/laboratoire-danalyse-par-tomographie-x-de-levolution-des-fissures-dans-des-materiaux-sous-contrainte.md) [Surface analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/tomography-analysis-laboratory/surface-analysis-x-ray-tomography.md) Need a specific X-ray tomography test? Every tomography service is tailored by our teams. As an independent, accredited X-ray tomography laboratory, we guarantee reliable and confidential results as quickly as possible. Fill out the form to receive your quote. ## Our other laboratory analysis methods Using, among other things, [X-ray tomography](https://www.techniques-ingenieur.fr/base-documentaire/mesures-analysis-th1/techniques-d-analyse-par-imagerie-42387210/tomographie-a-rayons-x-p950/), as well as cutting-edge tools such as microtomography, [SEM](https://filab.fr/nos-moyens-techniques/laboratoire-d-analysis-par-microscopie-electronique-a-balayage-meb-edx/)FEG-EDX, [XRD](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/x-ray-crystallography-laboratory-xrd.md), or even [BET](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/laboratory-analysis-bet.md) measurements, the FILAB laboratory offers different types of services: ## Our Services [Materials characterization](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/laboratory-material-testing.md) : metals, polymers, ceramics, glass, composites… [Surface analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/laboratory-surface-characterization.md) and coating characterization [Deposit or particle analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/laboratory-analysis-deposit-contamination.md) Surface analysis by X-ray microtomography [Failure analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/laboratory-analysis-failures.md): [cracking](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/laboratory-analysis-failures/fissure-analysis-laboratory.md), [fracture](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/laboratory-analysis-failures/laboratory-analysis-ruptures.md), [corrosion](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/laboratory-analysis-deposit-contamination/laboratory-expertise-and-analysis-of-corrosion.md), weld quality assessment… [Metallographic examinations](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/examination-metallographic-section-laboratory.md) [Aging or compatibility study](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/laboratory-material-testing/filab-accelerated-ageing-test-laboratory.md) Expertise, preuves et traçabilitéMise à jour : juin 2026 ## Pourquoi faire confiance au laboratoire FILAB pour votre analyse industrielle par Tomographie X ? Confier votre analyse industrielle par Tomographie X au laboratoire FILAB, c’est s’appuyer sur une expertise technique, un cadre qualité documenté et une lecture experte des résultats pour des décisions industrielles, qualité ou réglementaire. ### Accréditations reconnues - ** ISO 17025 - ** Nadcap MTL - ** SAFRAN - ** FRAMATOME - ** EDF - ** DASSAULT AVIATION - ** Aubert & Duval - ** Airbus Defence & Space - ** Liebherr - ** FDA registered [Nos accréditations](https://filab.fr/en/about-us/accreditations-en.md) ### Un expert à votre contact - [** Thomas Gautier](https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-gautier-9587b094/) - [** Clément Boenard](https://www.linkedin.com/in/cl%C3%A9ment-boenard-94b371b5/) - [** Thomas Rousseau](https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-rousseau-2b028719/) Responsables expertise Thomas Gautier et Clément Boenard et Thomas Rousseau accompagnent les projets d’analyse industrielle par Tomographie X. [Notre équipe](https://filab.fr/en/about-us.md) [Our team](https://filab.fr/en/about-us.md) ### Recognized accreditations - ** ISO 17025 - ** Nadcap MTL - ** SAFRAN - ** FRAMATOME - ** EDF - ** DASSAULT AVIATION - ** Aubert & Duval - ** Airbus Defence & Space - ** Liebherr - ** FDA registered ### An expert at your side - [** Thomas Gautier](https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-gautier-9587b094/) - [** Clément Boenard](https://www.linkedin.com/in/cl%C3%A9ment-boenard-94b371b5/) - [** Thomas Rousseau](https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-rousseau-2b028719/) Expertise Leads Thomas Gautier, Clément Boenard, and Thomas Rousseau support industrial analysis projects using X-ray Tomography. [Our team](https://filab.fr/en/about-us.md) Notre démarche en 4 étapes : 1. **Échange** sur votre problématique et vos contraintes. 2. **Proposition** d’un protocole analytique adapté et d’un devis. 3. **Réalisation** des analyses et relecture experte des résultats. 4. **Livraison** d’un rapport détaillé, exploitable et traçable. [Nos moyens techniques](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources.md) [Avis vérifiés](https://www.avis-verifies.com/avis-clients/filab.fr) ## Les avis de nos clients L **Lucile g.** 10 June 2026 "I used Filab for a chemical analysis. Very satisfied with the service. Responsive team, deadlines met, and a clear analysis report. I recommend them." 5/5 N **Nicolas a.** 12 May 2026 "Very responsive laboratory, with excellent analysis quality and deadlines met. Communication is smooth, the technical explanations are clear, and the team knows how to adapt to specific needs. I recommend them for their professionalism and reliability!" 5/5 C **Charlotte t.** 8 May 2026 "Clear and precise deliverable, delivered on time. I recommend them." 5/5 [Voir tous les avis](https://www.avis-verifies.com/avis-clients/filab.fr) Transparence & contactDernière vérification : juin 2026 ## Où nous trouver et comment nous contacter FILAB est un laboratoire physique situé en France, indépendant et accrédité. Toutes les coordonnées ci-dessous permettent de vérifier notre identité et de lancer votre demande. ![](https://filab.fr/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/filab-exterieur.gif) ### Laboratoire FILAB Ecoparc Dijon Bourgogne 80 rue Jean-Louis Auguste Petitjean 21850 Saint-Apollinaire, France Tél. [+33 (0)3 80 52 32 05](tel:+33380523205) ## Your Questions About X-ray Tomography What is x-ray tomography? X-ray tomography, or industrial X-ray tomography, is an advanced non-destructive 3D imaging technology that makes it possible to examine the inside of parts and assemblies without dismantling or altering them. Inspired by medical CT scanning techniques, it is widely used in industry for quality control, failure analysis, and the detection of internal defects. What is CT scan analysis about? CT scan analysis, or computed tomography, is an imaging method that uses X-rays to create detailed images of the internal structures of an object. In an industrial context, a CT scan can be used to non-destructively examine structural integrity, detect internal defects, or assess complex assemblies. This technique provides a precise three-dimensional view, enabling in-depth analysis without damaging the object being studied. It is particularly useful in sectors such as aerospace, automotive, and energy, where material reliability is critical. How can an X-ray tomography analysis detect a leak path? Industrial tomography makes it possible to examine the inside of parts in detail without dismantling them. By carrying out a high-resolution 3D reconstruction, it is possible to **identify cracks**, **porosity**, or **assembly defects** that may be the source of a leak path. Which laboratory should you choose for an X-ray tomography analysis? The FILAB laboratory is the service provider that carries out tomographic analysis. Moreover, FILAB does not limit itself to X-ray tomography: we combine this technology with other advanced techniques to address the most complex industrial challenges. - **A range of complementary analysis** : our laboratory has a wide array of techniques (SEM-EDS, XRD, DSC, TGA, etc.) enabling us to explore multi-scale issues. - **A team of highly qualified experts** : our engineers and PhDs specializing in materials science, chemistry, and physics support you in interpreting the results and optimizing your processes. - **A tailor-made approach** : we adapt our services to your specific needs, whether for failure analysis, quality control, or advanced materials characterization. What are the advantages of X-ray tomography analysis? - Non-destructive inspection - High-resolution 3D visualization - Time savings and optimized quality control - Adaptability to various sectors: aerospace, automotive, electronics, foundry, additive manufacturing… Ability to combine with other analysis: improved interpretation through a multi-technique approach. What is a tomographic analysis in a laboratory? A **tomographic analysis** is a non-destructive analysis technique that provides a three-dimensional representation of the internal structure of a material or part. Performed in a **tomography laboratory**, it relies on X-ray image acquisition to identify internal defects, porosity, inclusions, or heterogeneities. What is the difference between X-ray tomography and conventional radiography? **X-ray tomography** enables a 3D volumetric reconstruction of the sample, whereas radiography provides a superimposed 2D image. **X-ray tomography analysis** therefore provides precise access to the internal geometry and the distribution of defects throughout the entire volume. What materials can be analyzed by materials tomography? **Materials tomography** applies to many materials: polymers, composite materials, metal alloys, ceramics, foams, powders, or multi-material assemblies. It is particularly suited to complex or heterogeneous structures. Why carry out an X-ray tomography inspection on an industrial part? A **X-ray tomography inspection** makes it possible to identify internal defects invisible on the surface, such as cracks, porosity, or assembly defects. **Industrial part tomography** is used for quality control, failure analysis, and validation of manufacturing processes. What are the advantages of a non-destructive X-ray tomography analysis? **X-ray tomography analysis** provides access to detailed internal information without destroying the sample. It allows repeated analysis, before/after test comparisons, and quantitative use of the data (porosity, volumes, internal dimensions). How is composite 3D tomography suited to composite materials? **Composite 3D tomography** makes it possible to observe fiber orientation, matrix distribution, delamination, and porosity. **X-ray tomography for composite materials** is a key tool for correlating microstructure and mechanical performance. In which industrial contexts should a tomography service be used? A **tomography service** is used in R&D, during material qualification, in the event of product non-conformities, or to optimize processes. It provides an objective and actionable view of the internal structure of materials and parts. Does a tomography laboratory provide quantitatively usable results? Yes, a **tomography laboratory** delivers quantitative data from tomographic analysis: porosity rate, defect distribution, internal dimensions, volumes, and 3D maps that can be used for engineering and quality control. How do i get a quote for a tomographic analysis? To get a quote for a **tomographic analysis**, simply fill out the web form so our team can get back to you quickly. How long does it take to get a quote for tomographic analysis? The quote for the **tomographic analysis** is generally sent within **24 to 48 hours** after receipt of the required information.