Gas Turbine Inspection Tool

This 7 axis robotic arm was designed and built by Nova Technology to visually inspect gas turbine components without disassembling the turbine.  The computer controlled arm performs complex multi-axis moves to position its two high resolution cameras through a 3/4" gap.

System Features:

  • 7 axis robotic arm

  • "Teach" and "Playback" modes for easy programming

  • Motion paths stored on computer hard drive 

  • Fits through 3/4" gap!!

  • PC based joystick controls all 7 axes, lights, and focus

  • Dual high resolution cameras.

  • Manual focus controls allow inspection of components 1/2" from the camera lens to infinity.

  • Adjustable lamp for precise lighting

  • VCR records video feed from inspection cameras

  • Video micrometer accurately measures defects

  •  Operates at temperatures up to 120°F

            

 

 

 

 

Software Features:

  • Easy to use Windows based control software

  • Simple one-touch controls to move to the next inspection point

  • Program stops at each inspection point and allows the operator to pan and tilt the cameras

  • Arm position is overlayed onto the video feed and recorded

  • Digital frame grabber

  • Manual overrides to control individual axes

  • Position based teach mode.

  • Store an unlimited number of motion paths on PC's hard drive.

  • Custom software available.
Picture Archive
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These pictures were digitally captured from the high resolution cameras mounted on the head of the inspection arm.  They have been compressed to minimize download time.  The system operator performs the inspection at a much higher screen resolution.

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