Substrate Object Examination via Detector Position Synchronization

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing methods for examining object properties in substrates, such as power lines, water lines, and reinforcing bars, face challenges in accurately determining object positions and properties due to limitations in detection field sizes and synchronization of position and measurement data, leading to inaccuracies and inefficiencies.

Innovation Solution

A method utilizing a detector device, localization device, and control device that adapts detection parameters to object properties, synchronizes position and measurement data, and adjusts the detector's position to ensure accurate measurements by comparing target coordinates against the detection field, allowing for precise examination of objects within, partially outside, or larger than the detection field.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Measurement precision

If the detector device is moved over the boundary surface to perform measurements, then object properties can be examined, but the synchronization of position data and measurement data becomes complex and error-prone

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveobject property examination accuracyVSAvoiddata synchronization complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent introduces an intermediary coordinate system that serves as a common reference frame for both the detector device and the localization device. By transforming all position and measurement data into this unified coordinate system, the patent eliminates synchronization errors without requiring complex real-time coordination between devices. The intermediary coordinate system acts as a mediator that simplifies the data integration process.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

2Ease of operation

If the detection field size is limited, then the detector device can be compact and easy to operate, but it cannot detect objects larger than the detection field or objects positioned outside the current detection field

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedetector device portabilityVSAvoiddetection field coverage
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The patent extends the detection capability from a single static detection field to a three-dimensional detection space by introducing height information and multiple detection planes. The detector device can detect objects at different heights and positions by moving in three dimensions, effectively expanding the detection coverage without increasing the physical size of the detection field itself. This allows compact detectors to examine large or distributed objects through sequential multi-position measurements.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #17Another dimension (Dimensionality change)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent divides the examination of large objects into multiple segments by detecting different portions of an object at different positions and times. The localization device tracks the detector's position, and the control device assembles measurements from multiple segments into a complete object characterization. This segmentation approach allows a compact detector with limited field of view to examine objects much larger than its detection field.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

3Adaptability or versatility

If multiple objects with varying properties and sizes are examined, then comprehensive substrate analysis is achieved, but the detection parameters must be continuously adjusted increasing measurement time

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemulti-object examination capabilityVSAvoidmeasurement time
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The patent performs preliminary actions by using the localization device to determine object positions and characteristics before detailed examination. The control device uses this preliminary information to pre-calculate optimal detection parameters and predict object locations, allowing the detector to be positioned efficiently and measurements to be taken with minimal parameter adjustments. This preliminary positioning and parameter setup reduces the overall measurement time for multiple objects.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements feedback by continuously monitoring detector position through the localization device and using this information to dynamically adjust detection parameters and guide the next measurement position. The control device processes measurement results and feeds this information back to optimize subsequent detection settings, creating an adaptive measurement sequence that minimizes total examination time while maintaining accuracy for objects of varying properties and sizes.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Data Source

PatentUS10502566B2Method for examining object properties of an object in a substrate
Publication Date: 2019.12.10 HILTI AG
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AI summary

A method for examining object properties of an object in a substrate, using an arrangement that comprises a detector device, a localization device, and a control device is provided. The method includes selecting a first object having first object properties to be examined and first target coordinates and also includes determining an actual position of the detector device using the localization device. Moreover, the method includes determining by the control device an actual detection field from the actual position of the detector device, and comparing by the control device the first target coordinates with the actual detection field of the detector device.