Using Optical Means TRIZ Cases

A protective film thickness measuring method isolates fluorescence intensity from pattern reflectance using pre-film baseline subtraction.

A chessboard pattern corrects the sensor plane, enabling accurate size measurement of irregular objects without manual intervention.

Segmented reference backdrops with encoded marks resolve setup complexity by allowing pre-calibrated reuse across multiple measurement tasks.

A holder with a float portion supports reference dots above liquid modeling impression materials.

A surface roughness calculation device corrects provisional index values using scattered light intensity distributions acquired by a light field camera.

A holding mechanism uses a projecting tab to bias components apart for secure attachment.

A spectrometer and control circuit calculate thin film thickness via fast Fourier transform on reflectance spectrum data.

Optical sensors and force transducers detect bar geometry to enable rapid straightness error measurement.

A spherical shape measurement apparatus rotates a sphere about orthogonal axes to capture overlapping partial surfaces for comprehensive coverage.

Actuators on a mobile platform adjust target orientation relative to the vehicle, resolving the trade-off between mobility and measurement precision.

Pseudo-bistatic telecentric objectives resolve signal throughput versus depth of focus trade-offs in freeform component metrology.

A rotation detection kit uses a modulator to create temporally spaced beam portions with identical profiles for precise intensity measurement.

A dual speckle database system enables rapid subpixel absolute positioning through coarse and fine pattern matching.

A reflective moveable member detects signal changes indicating rupture to adjust light source power levels.

Segmenting the beam reduces diffractive optical element manufacturing complexity while distributing zero-order energy to ensure eye safety.

Analog optical positioning sensor processes voltages proportional to displacement using dedicated electronics.

Analyze semiconductor thin films using a spectrum corrector that applies machine learning and physical models to attenuate measurement noise.

Laser reflection generates smokestack shape information to detect inclination, resolving the inability of corrosion scanners to recognize structural tilt.

A non-contact optic probe system emits a light beam to irradiate drilled holes and records reflection points to generate depth plane charts.

Varying cylindrical curvature across a reflective 3D lens surface counteracts oblique astigmatism for accurate focus across a wide field of view.

A passive rotary accessory transforms linear motion into precise probe rotation without motorized actuators.

A metrology apparatus directs higher diffracted orders and zeroth-order radiation to interfere at an image plane using spatially incoherent illumination.

A linear encoder read head uses internal detection reference points to establish a standard distance for calibrating position code elements.

A tethered robot captures synchronized 2D images and 3D sensor data to build immersive asset models.

Multi-plane imaging eliminates focal length adjustments during measurement, reducing time loss while maintaining center position accuracy.

Low coherence interferometry system measures contact lens surface profiles using a reference fluid tank with a prism for stable optical path generation.

A motor-controlled deflection mirror projects continuously changing optical stripe patterns onto objects for synchronized camera detection.

Kinematic mounting plates position laser scanners collinearly with probes to resolve accuracy trade-offs in coordinate measurement.

A single radiation source drives triangulation and time-of-flight detectors to measure object geometry.

A detachable simulation hub with preset harmonic runout values verifies tester accuracy.

Linear sensor arrays detect fanned laser incidence points to expand measurement range and increase optical resolution for high-precision alignment.

A dynamic vision sensor captures image changes during a swiped light pattern projection to generate depth data.

A laser plane projection system measures target thickness to verify unique passage through controlled access zones.

Push-broom multispectral cameras capture spectral interference fringes to map material thickness, resolving single-line inspection limits.

Rotating mirrors redirect pattern illumination across multiple angles, removing shadow regions from complex shapes for accurate 3D inspection.

A rotating mirror with a curved surface compensates for astigmatic distortion caused by the front pane, increasing measurement accuracy.

An optical measuring device calculates distance from voltage wave changes during a single scanning operation.

Optical sensors measure distance through a glass panel to determine package volume, resolving shipping cost inaccuracies from manual measurement errors.

An optical flat with integrated gratings enables coordinate measuring machines to perform self-calibration using white-light interferometry.

Multi-angle interferometry measures photomask flatness at varying tilt angles to isolate gravitational error components from true surface geometry.

Clamping a laser beam source to the spindle nose enables direct detection of deflection through optical incidence shifts.

Multi-angle optical reflection detects workpiece edge contours without mechanical contact or reference standards.

An alignment tool uses an angled upper surface with a reference marker to interact with laser beams for precise equipment positioning.

Tracking successive poses generates object boundaries, eliminating manual measurement errors and time consumption.

Segmented light patterns with overlapping partial codewords resolve overexposure and depth of field blurring errors in volume calculation.

Focusing the measurement beam on a reflective convex sphere center eliminates complex alignment procedures while maintaining maximum interference contrast.

Pre-disposed alignment markers on the parallax barrier enable high-precision viewing center positioning, resolving assembly deviations in mass production.

Optical imaging replaces mechanical probes for tread depth measurement, resolving the trade-off between inspection speed and device complexity.

Thermoelectric cooling elements maintain laser sensors in high-temperature coke ovens, enabling continuous width monitoring without water piping constraints.

Automated rotation and tilting eliminate manual repositioning errors, enabling accurate alignment of incremental scans into a single textured model.