A probe system is provided that includes a linear and/or two-dimensional
sensor array for obtaining information regarding a test piece. The sensor
elements of the sensor array may include ultrasonic, eddy current,
magnetic, and/or piezoelectric elements. The sensor array may be utilized
to detect movement of the probe with respect to the test piece, and may
be further utilized to obtain data regarding the test piece, such as
image data, for example with respect to a characteristic of the test
piece in detecting and locating flaws. A CAD type file or other graphical
or image file of the test piece may be displayed concurrently with image
data of the test piece obtained by the probe for example to assist an
operator in navigating the probe with respect to the test piece, and/or
to determine a coordinate location of characteristics of the test piece
with respect to the CAD type file.