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Artificial Surface Modification(ASM) for Agile Surface Inspection

Technology Overview

Artificial Surface Modification (ASM) for Agile Surface Inspection.
Artificial Surface Modification (ASM) for Agile Surface Inspection.

In the past, surface inspection of transportation vehicles and highly reflective materials (such as glass and plumbing parts) was done manually. This time-consuming process often caused severe damage to the eyes of inspecting personnel due to the strong light required. Although the application of matting materials can prevent light reflection, the powder which remains on the parts is both difficult to remove and an environmental pollutant. The ASM Surface Inspection Technology developed by ITRI atomizes water within 10 seconds and applies a mist to the surface of the workpiece. After the inspection, the water beads evaporate naturally for an environmentally friendly and effective solution. This technique expands the visual testing range from a reflectivity of 20-80% to 10-99%. In combination with surface feature identification, this process detects scratches, contamination, scrapes, and bruises while preventing harm to personnel. It also reduces the defect rate by 30% and can be applied to head-up display glass, and molds for plumbing parts and transparent insoles.

Applications & Benefits

This technique expands the visual testing range from a reflectivity of 20-80% to 10-99%. In combination with surface feature identification, this process detects scratches, contamination, scrapes, and bruises while preventing harm to personnel. It also reduces the defect rate by 30% and can be applied to head-up display glass, and molds for plumbing parts and transparent insoles.