Non-contact optical methods of 3D digitization have replaced conventional methods in many applications. Regardless of whether the triangulation sensors are operating with points, lines or planes – many millions of measured 3D data are generated in a few seconds. In-line systems require rapid, automatic and integrated data evaluation. The measured 3D data processing package OptoInspect3D was developed for this purpose. (04/2015)
Highly customized products, small lots and short product life cycle are challenges advanced industrial assembly processes have to handle. Employing a model-based approach, the Fraunhofer IFF in Magdeburg developed a technology that optically inspects assembly and completeness, which is highly flexible, adaptive and robust. (04/2012)
A multitude of industrial assembly processes have many variants because of the high individuality of products. Manual assembly work subjectively in uences the quality of an end product. rrors that occur in production increase costs. Systematic assistance is an option to support human action and prevent errors. (09/2010)
Optical 3D measuring systems are increasingly replacing classic tactile measuring systems. OptoInspect 3D is a modular technology that produces automatic 3D measuring systems that inspect quality in industrial manufacturing. The focus is concentrated on integrating measuring and testing systems directly in manufacturing processes or machinery in order to produce high-quality products and make manufacturing processes efficient. (04/2013)
Profiled materials, such as U, I, square or round profiled bars are used as base material to manufacture many products.
OptoInspect 3D technology inspects the quality of a product's geometry directly in the manufacturing process. Optical contactless measurement systems based on this and adapted to specific tasks inspect the straightness of profiled bar stock directly in the manufacturing line. (03/2010)
A marking's quality is characterized by a number of subjective impressions. Variances in the production process often considerably influence not only readability but also a product's overall impression. The Fraunhofer IFF in Magdeburg has developed a new image-based system that makes it possible for the first time to automatically and objectively inspect the important attributes of marking quality. (03/2010)
The interaction between wheel and rail stresses the wheels of rail vehicles tremendously. The wheel pro le geometry, the radial and axial runout tolerances and the wheel disks' position on the shaft are critical quality parameters for a rail vehicle's safe operation and high ride comfort. The Fraunhofer IFF's technical solution: Wheelset measuring stand for automated geometry scanning. (08/2010)
Inspecting geometric features inside components with limited accessibility is frequently a challenge. Examples are grooves and channels in bores, inside threads and inner contours of extruded profiles. Tactile measurement equipment, measuring microscopes or profile projectors are commonly used to inspect the quality of such inner contours. Drawbacks for in-line use ensue from the difficulty of automating such systems. Modified optical contactless 3D inner contour measurement systems furnish a solution. (03/2010)
A variety of at products such as boards (e.g. mineral and particle boards) or sheets (e.g. rolled sheet metal, strips and slab ingots) frequently require continuous measurement of the thickness or cross section profile directly in the manufacturing process to inspect product quality or to control the process. (03/2010)
A marking’s quality is characterized by a number of subjective impressions. Variances in the production process often considerably influence not only readability but also a product’s overall impression. The Fraunhofer IFF in Magdeburg has developed a new image-based system that makes it possible for the first time to automatically and objectively inspect the important attributes of marking quality. (03/2010)
Part of the exhaust system, converters are standard equipment for cars with gasoline engines. The quality of the joining processes is crucial for the components‘ fit when the complete exhaust system is assembled later. Therefore, near in-process inspection is essential for optimal product quality and fit. The Fraunhofer IFF has developed and implemented an optical, contactless measurement system for quality inspection. (03/2010)
The interaction between wheel and rail stresses the wheels of rail vehicles tremendously. The wheel pro le geometry, the radial and axial runout tolerances and the wheel disks' position on the shaft are critical quality parameters for a rail vehicle's safe operation and high ride comfort. The Fraunhofer IFF's technical solution: Wheelset measuring stand for automated geometry scanning. (08/2010)
Fraunhofer Institute for Factory Operation