3D Deformation Imaging of Elastic Materials via Periodic X-Ray Capture
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing methods fail to effectively observe and capture the deformation state of periodically deformed elastic materials, such as rubber or elastomers, at specific moments during deformation cycles.
Innovation Solution
A method and apparatus that involve capturing projection images of the elastic material from a direction perpendicular to its axis at multiple positions, deforming the material in predetermined cycles, and outputting capture signals at specific times to construct a three-dimensional image of the material's deformation state, using a system with a deforming mechanism, signal output device, and capturing means.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If radiation light is transmitted through the elastic material to obtain interior images, then the interior structure can be observed, but the deformation state at specific time points during periodic deformation cannot be captured
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies periodic action by synchronizing the capture signal generation with the periodic deformation cycle of the elastic material. A capture signal is generated at a predetermined time point in each deformation cycle, enabling timed capture of the material's state at specific phases of its periodic deformation, thus resolving the inability to capture deformation states at specific moments
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements feedback by detecting the position of the elastic material during its periodic deformation and using this information to trigger capture signals at appropriate moments. The detection unit monitors the deformation cycle and provides feedback to the capture signal generation unit, ensuring precise timing of image capture relative to the deformation phase
2Adaptability or versatility
If the elastic material is deformed periodically to observe deformation, then deformation states can be studied, but the complexity of coordinating deformation with image capture increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the deformation function and image capture function into a coordinated system. The deformation unit and capture unit operate in an integrated manner where the capture unit is triggered by the deformation cycle itself, eliminating the need for separate complex synchronization mechanisms and reducing overall system complexity while maintaining deformation observation capability
3Manufacturing precision
If projection images are captured at multiple positions around the axis, then three-dimensional images can be constructed, but the time required to capture all positions increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies preliminary action by capturing projection images at multiple positions around the axis simultaneously or in rapid sequence at a predetermined time point during the deformation cycle. This allows the three-dimensional image construction to be based on pre-captured data from all necessary positions, eliminating the need for sequential capture over extended periods and thereby increasing capture speed while maintaining three-dimensional accuracy
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables the reliable capture of projection images at specific deformation moments, allowing for the construction and observation of three-dimensional images of the elastic material's deformation state, thereby assessing its performance accurately.
Implementation Method 1
capturing means (2D) for capturing, based on the capture signal, a projection image of at least part of the elastic material
Implementation Method 2
deforming means for deforming, in predetermined cycles, the elastic material
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AI summary
To observe an elastic material under a dynamically deformed state. [Solution ] A method for observing deformation of an elastic material 1 including rubber or elastomer, and an apparatus for capturing a projection image of the elastic material suitably used therefor. The observing method includes: a projection image obtaining step S1 of capturing a projection image of at least a part of the elastic material 1, from a direction perpendicular to an arbitrary axis of the elastic material 1, at a plurality of capture positions P around the axis; a three-dimensional image constructing step S2 of constructing a three-dimensional image 51 of the elastic material 1 from the projection images, and a step of observing the three-dimensional image 51. The projection image obtaining step S1 comprises: a deforming step S12 of deforming the elastic material 1 in predetermined cycles; a signal output step S13 of outputting an capture signal St at a predetermined specific time point during one cycle; and a capturing step S14 of capturing the projection image of the elastic material 1 based on the capture signal St. The deforming step S12, the signal output step S13 and the capturing step S14 are performed at each of the capture positions.