More Precision surfaceCONTROL Automotive Fully automated surface inspection of bodies-in-white

Fully automatic surface inspection surfaceCONTROL Automotive Defect detection on bodies-in-white The surfaceCONTROL Automotive measuring system is used for fully automated defect detection on bodies-in-white. 3D sensors detect the diffusely reflective surfaces based on the principle of fringe projection. Using a learning process, local shape defects such as dents, bumps, notches, and scratches are detected with high precision and repeatability and evaluated objectively. Configured to customer specifications, the system comprises sensors, robotics, computers, software and interfaces. The number...

Reliable measurement even of design edges and sanded or pre-treated surfaces Defect detection up to the edges High position tolerance on moving components Individual defect classification Real 3D data with geometric features Fully automatic inspection with highest detection rate surfaceCONTROL Automotive impresses with a very high defect detection rate in the inspection of bodies-in-white. The inspection system detects shape deviations right up to the edges, as well as on design edges and in strongly curved areas, such as door handle recesses. surfaceCONTROL systems also detect defects on pre-treated...

Software package surfaceCONTROL Automotive Powerful software In addition to the measurement hardware, the surfaceCONTROL systems include a powerful software platform with various tools for data analysis. In addition to generating a Digital Master from the data sets of defect-free reference parts, the components can also be analyzed using a Digital Stone and a Digital Light Tunnel.

Simulation with CAD model The robot-based inspection solution uses state-of-the-art simulation methods based on the CAD model of the body-in-white. Even in the planning phase, the virtual sensor model enables precise analysis of fields of view, measurement distances and potential shadowing. This makes it possible to define optimal sensor positions and motion sequences without having to use physical prototypes. The simulation offers a high level of planning reliability: critical surface areas are identified at an early stage, inspection strategies can be tested realistically and integration into...

■ Leader in defect classification Individual defect classification with adjustable tolerances By generating real 3D data, detailed 3D features such as diameter, area and height are assigned to each defect. These defects are classified taking into account permissible deviations according to the user’s individual specifications. The data are provided in an XML file, enabling seamless integration of the results into existing quality assurance systems. For individual defect classification, the latter can be parameterized quickly. This makes transfer to other plants and models quick and easy. In addition,...

Optimized car body flow & targeted reworking The precise detection and localization enable optimized reworking processes. The extremely high coverage also allows bodyshells to pass directly, eliminating the need for manual inspection. Defect-free bodyshells can be passed on directly to the paint shop. As a result, surfaceCONTROL measuring systems contribute to a significant increase in efficiency in automotive production.

Continuous inspection from body shop... Micro-Epsilon offers the automotive industry highly precise inspection systems for the entire car body production process – from body shop to paint shop. The surfaceCONTROL systems detect even the smallest dents, unevenness, or other surface defects in the bodyshell directly in the production line. This allows quality problems to be identified early on and production processes to be optimized efficiently. ... to paint shop Moreover, with the reflectCONTROL Automotive, Micro-Epsilon offers an inspection system for defect detection of painted bodyshells....