photographicinspection
nounUK /ˌfəʊtəˈɡræfɪk ɪnˈspekʃən/
US /ˌfoʊtəˈɡræfɪk ɪnˈspekʃən/
Looking at something very closely by taking pictures of it.
The engineer used photographic inspection to find the tiny crack in the pipe.
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2. A careful check of photographs to spot problems or details.
The team did a photographic inspection of the old bridge before repairs.
3. Using special cameras to look inside machines or structures.
Photographic inspection of the engine showed no damage.
4. A method of recording and studying something through a series of photos.
Photographic inspection helped them track how the plant grew each week.