Using Optical Means TRIZ Cases

Optical inspection system scans parts with multiple radiation planes to measure complex geometric dimensions and thread parameters.

Optical coherence tomography beams pass through the machining head interior to compensate for pressure fluctuations affecting measurement reliability.

A transient light irradiation system determines medium thickness using constant-current control and analog-to-digital conversion.

Calibrating road surface sensors by iteratively adjusting measuring elements against a reference plane reduces drift and computing time.

Spatial light modulation encodes depth information into reflected light pulses before detection by time-resolved sensors.

Polarization-selective metalenses route orthogonal light beams independently, resolving interference between simultaneous sensing devices.

An optical angle sensor uses a refractive structure in the rotary element to modulate light, eliminating magnetic interference sensitivity.

A common-path integrated interferometer combines reference and sample signals through a shared optical path on a planar lightwave circuit.

A scene scanning system projects invisible light patterns to capture complete depth data for accurate 3D model reconstruction.

Merging projection and detection paths via wavelength multiplexing eliminates geometric restrictions on position detection while reducing device size.

An optical single-sideband modulator shifts laser frequency via electrical control to enable precise distance detection.

Equalizes mechanical and optical path lengths in laser interference light guides, eliminating thermal expansion errors without requiring a vacuum chamber.

A detection device estimates LIDAR axis deviation by comparing camera and LIDAR object data.

A phase-shifting interferometry method uses rapid and gradual mechanical shifts to establish the correct sign of the phase map.

A measurement method for optical receptacles uses a reference plane to determine inclination angles.

A control unit generates positioning data for ADAS sensor calibration using inclination indicators to adjust the support structure orientation.

A swept source optical coherence tomography system uses an array of gain waveguides to generate discrete frequency light signals for imaging.

Optimized asymmetric retroreflector spacing resolves symmetry-induced non-uniqueness in position and orientation determination.

A strain sensor uses a metal back plate to apply uniform tension to optical fibers for accurate measurement.

An inspection device uses a separate LED bar and camera to map dark object heights without laser safety risks.

A continuous fiber-optic plate eliminates assembly precision challenges by merging separate components into a single unit that reduces contamination risks.

A calibration method positions an optical sensor focus at a distance from the target surface to increase the radiation incidence angle.

Wavefront sensors measure atmospheric turbulence to correct beam position measurements, eliminating errors from environmental variations.

Interferometer procedure aligns optical segments to resolve manufacturing and transportation difficulty.

Imaging assembly detects angular orientation and tilt from reference patterns on a cylindrical wall attached to the rotary stage platform.

Segmented sensing gates and a pedometer measure reflective goods, overcoming TOF reflection errors.

Dual springs press the scanning carriage against guide surfaces at spaced positions, resolving vibration resistance trade-offs.