Intelligent airfoil component surface imaging inspection

This invention describes a method for automatically inspecting the surface of a component. It captures an image of the surface using a radiation source, like light or X-rays, and then registers that image to identify the specific type of component being inspected. A fuzzy logic algorithm then analyzes the image data to pinpoint any surface features.

Why it matters: Filed before the widespread adoption of advanced computer vision and machine learning techniques, which now make image analysis and feature identification significantly more robust. Imaging hardware has also become more compact and affordable.

Status: Not in forceListed as no longer active. The specific reason is not in the record we hold.
How hard to build: SpecializedRadiation source, detector, fuzzy logic software.

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