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Advanced Ultrasonic camera captures real-time, hi-resolution video C-Scan images. These images are displayed in real-time on a display unit that features an intuitive touch-screen interface.
Advanced Ultrasonic camera is based on a patented imaging array that generates real time ultrasound video images over an area, similar to a conventional camcorder. Each frame, presents a C-Scan image over an area with detailed thickness measurements. The subsurface imagery generated by the C-Scan ultrasound system is striking for its hi-resolution images, creating a visual image of detects that are easy to identify.
Due to the large areas that must be inspected, the inspection process is very time consuming and tedious. Potential problems are easy to overlook and the complex inspection techniques involved have created a shortage of qualified technicians.
The Corrosion Mapping system incorporates specialized modifications to facilitate scanning curved pipelines with greater accuracy and to quickly and easily evaluate the large surfaces of storage tank bottoms. For the first time, users can immediately see a complete picture of the area being inspected. Technicians can see corrosion problems on the spot and generate a comprehensive data and visual representation of the problem.
Features:
l Very simple and fast
l Real-time diagnostic tool
l Not require extensive training
l Lightweight portable device
l Battery powered
l Handheld with stand
l Software display of C-scan and A-scan
l Handheld camera
l Higher probability of detection (POD) and better accuracy than other UT devices
l Higher resolution than phased array or single point scanning
l Provides all necessary thickness and A-scan data
l Fully complies with ASTM E317 for design of ultrasonic testing
devices
Applications:
Aerospace
In the Aerospace industry, composite materials are increasingly being used in the construction of commercial aircraft. These materials are lighter and stronger than their traditional aluminum equivalents, allowing newer aircraft such as the Boeing 787 to fly faster, farther and to carry more weight. One drawback is that unlike aluminum, composite materials may not show damage if there are certain types of impact to the aircraft.
As with other airplanes, there are times when inspection systems operated by highly trained technicians may be called to the scene to verify aircraft integrity. The resulting delay leads to lost revenue as aircraft must be removed from service in addition to the considerable equipment and personnel costs associated with existing ultrasonic test (UT) systems.
Advanced Ultrasonic camera provides an intuitive visual display that allows line technicians to easily detect defects with a high degree of accuracy. A portable, hand-held device, the Advanced Ultrasonic camera can be used for an immediate survey of suspected damage areas. Crisp, hi-resolution images can be monitored by expert thousands of miles away, allowing for a more effective use of scarce technical resources. The Advanced Ultrasonic camera connects to the Internet via Wi-Fi connection providing a window into remote operations.
Petrochemical
Testing and inspection in the Petrochemical industry has its own set of unique requirements and challenges. There are thousands of oil storage tanks and millions of miles of pipelines in the US alone that are subject to materials corrosion and require regular inspection. A small leak can quickly become a major disaster resulting in more than just lost product from a spill. Oil and gas leaks require taking production off-line, can cause major environmental damage and result in long-lasting public relations nightmares.
Due to the large areas that must be inspected, the inspection process is very time consuming and tedious. Potential problems are easy to overlook and the complex inspection techniques involved have created a shortage of qualified technicians.
Advanced Ultrasonic Camera designed to
address these problem using its’ Corrosion Mapping system. It designed
specifically for the Petrochemical industry, specialized modifications have
been incorporated to facilitate scanning curved pipelines with greater accuracy
and to quickly and easily evaluate the large surfaces of storage tank bottoms.
For the first time, users can immediately see a complete picture of the area
being inspected. Technicians can see corrosion problems on the spot and
generate a comprehensive data and visual representation of the problem.
Specification：
General
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Dimensions (W x H x D) |
Camera: 7.8” x 3.5” x 3.0” (19.8 cm x 8.8 cm x 7.6 cm) Controller: 12.5” x 8.0” x 3.5” (31.7 cm x 20.3 cm x 8.8 cm) |
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Weight |
Camera: 1.3 lbs. (0.6 kg) Controller: 6.0 pounds (3.2 kg) |
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Camera Cable |
8.0’ (2.4 m) length |
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Focus Range |
Steel:0” to 2.0” (0 to 5.0 cm) Composites:0” to 2.0” (0 to 5.0 cm) Aluminum: 0” to 3.0” (0 to 7.5 cm) |
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Data Storage |
500 megabytes RAM; 80 gigabyte hard drive |
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Battery |
Rechargeable14.4 volt lithium-ion;90 minute battery life; built-in charger |
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Power Requirements |
110/240 VAC; 50/60Hz |
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System Hardware &Software |
Intel Celeron 1.6 gigahertz processor; Microsoft Windows XP |
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Test Modes |
C-scan: pulse-echo, through transmission A-scan: pulse-echo, through transmission, dual element |
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Inputs/Outputs
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Display |
high brightnessTFT color LCD; SVGA; 800W x 600H; 6.75” W x 5.25” H; 8.4” diagonal (17 cm x 13 cm; 21.6 cm) |
Sunlight readable
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Display Modes |
C-scan, A-scan, combined C/Ascans |
Normal & full screen |
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Software |
AcoustoVision™ |
Touchscreen GUI |
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Ethernet |
100 BaseT |
(1) RJ45, F jack |
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Wireless |
802.11 a/b/g (supports remote NDI system) |
(1) 4.25” antenna |
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VGA Controller |
VGA 800W x 600H |
(1) 15-pin HD D-sub, F
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USB |
USB 2.0 |
(2) USB jacks |
C-scan
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Acoustic Lenses |
Threeelement F/1 lens set |
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Acoustic Field of View |
1.0” x 1.0” (2.5 cm x 2.5 cm) instantaneous |
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Imaging ASIC Array |
Patented Digital Acoustic Video™ Version 6.0 |
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Array Elements |
120 x 120 (14,400 pixels) |
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Pixel Size |
100 microns |
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C-scan Video Rate |
30 frames per second |
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X/Y Spatial Resolution |
600 microns (0.6 mm) @ 5 MHz |
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Dynamic Range |
60 Db instantaneous |
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Depth Resolution |
10 ns |
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Image Acquisition Range |
Variable delay from0 µs to 250 µs |
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Image Acquisition Length |
Variable detection window from 0 ns to end of range in 10 ns increments |
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Match Gates |
C-scan gate start/width can match to A-scan gate start/width |
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X,Y Defect Sizing |
User calibrated grid orpoint-to-point manual sizing |
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Image Capture |
C-scan, A-scan, combined C/A scans |
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Image Capture Type |
JPEG;on-board storage up to 1 million image capture files |
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Video Capture Type |
MPEG-3; 60 s max. recordtime/file;on-board storage up to 100,000 files |
A- scan
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Gain |
0 to 83dB |
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Maximum Input Signal |
5 Vp-p
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Receiver Input Impedance |
10 MΩ ± 5% |
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Receiver Bandwidth |
0.2 to 120 MHz @ -3 dB |
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A-scan Rectification |
Full, half, none |
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Receiver Delay |
0 to 0.2 µs |
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Digital Filter Settings |
Yes |
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Reject |
Variable from 0% to 100% FSH |
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Time Corrected Gain |
Up to 5 reflected peaks can be used for calibrating TCG |
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Amplitude Measurement |
0% to 110% full screen height with 0.125% resolution |
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Measurement Rate |
250 Hz (equivalent to PRF) |
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A-scan Gate Start |
Variable over entire displayed range |
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A-scan Gate Width |
Variable from gate start to end of displayed range |
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A-scan Gate Height |
Variable from 1% to 100% FSH |
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Reference Cursors |
2 reference cursors |
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Alarms |
Alarm feature for 2nd reference cursor |
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Acoustic Velocities |
Pre-installed, editable library of 40commonly inspected materials |
Pulser
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Pulses per Burst |
Up to 20 square wave pulses |
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Pulser Voltage |
0 V to 1500 V |
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Pulse Repetition Frequency |
250 Hz |
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Pulser Rise Time |
< 15 ns |
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Bandwidth |
Adjustable from 0.5 MHz to 7.5 MHz |
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External Transducer |
Dual-element, adjustable frequency |
2-Dimensional Scanning & Stitching
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Encoders |
Two 1.0” (2.5 cm) diameter wheels; 20 steps/mm resolution |
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Scanning/Stitching Software |
AcoustoVision™ add-on module |
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Scanned Imaging Features |
real-time scan display; automatic image correction; scans stored as JPEGs |
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Scan Area |
12.0” x 12.0” (50 cm x 50 cm) per image |
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Attachments |
User removable encoders and external transducer |
Certifications and Environmental Qualifications
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ASTM E317-06a |
Standard Practice for Evaluating Performance Characteristics of Ultrasonic Standard Practice for Evaluating Performance Characteristics of Ultrasonic Pulse-Echo Testing Instruments and Systems |
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ASTM 1324-11 |
Standard Guide for Measuring Some Electronic Characteristics of Ultrasonic Testing Instruments
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Operating Temperature |
0° C to 50° C (32° F to 122° F); camera head contact to 400 °F (205 °C) |
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