Ultrasonic Probe Integrated Input Unit for NDT Handling
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing non-destructive ultrasound testing devices are cumbersome for users to handle, particularly when dealing with varying geometries and local conditions, as they often require manual guidance and separate input devices for controlling ultrasound parameters.
Innovation Solution
A device with an ultrasonic test probe and an integrated input unit that allows users to issue control commands through mechanical, voice, or gesture inputs, which are transmitted to an electronic control unit to adjust ultrasound parameters such as insonification angle, focusing depth, and aperture, enabling easier handling and more efficient testing.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a stand-alone ultrasonic testing device with separate control unit is used, then comprehensive signal processing and parameter adjustment capabilities are achieved, but device complexity and ease of operation deteriorate due to requiring manual guidance and separate input devices
Solution Approach 1:
The input unit is integrated directly into the ultrasonic test probe, merging the control interface with the testing device. This allows users to issue control commands for ultrasound parameters (frequency, power, aperture, focusing depth, insonification angle) directly from the probe location, eliminating the need for separate control units and manual guidance operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The integrated input unit acts as an intermediary between the user and the electronic control unit, enabling direct local control of ultrasound parameters without requiring the user to operate a separate control device. This intermediary interface simplifies the interaction while maintaining full control capabilities.
2Productivity
If multiple inspections with different ultrasound parameters are performed, then comprehensive evaluation of workpiece is achieved, but time consumption increases due to manual adjustments and repositioning
Solution Approach 1:
The system enables dynamic adjustment of ultrasound parameters (frequency, power, aperture, focusing depth, insonification angle) directly at the probe location during inspection. Users can adapt parameters in real-time to varying geometries and local conditions without returning to a control unit, enabling continuous and efficient comprehensive evaluation of the workpiece.
Solution Approach 2:
The integrated input unit allows users to pre-set and quickly adjust multiple ultrasound parameters directly at the probe, enabling rapid switching between different inspection configurations without manual repositioning or separate control operations, thus reducing overall inspection time.
3Ease of operation
If ultrasound parameters are adjusted manually from a distance, then control precision is maintained, but ease of operation deteriorates due to inconvenient input device handling
Solution Approach 1:
By integrating the input unit directly into the ultrasonic test probe, the system combines precise parameter control with convenient local operation. Users can adjust ultrasound parameters (frequency, power, aperture, focusing depth, insonification angle) with the same precision as before, but now directly at the point of application, eliminating the inconvenience of handling separate control devices.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The device simplifies the handling of non-destructive ultrasound testing by allowing users to control ultrasound parameters intuitively, reducing the need for manual adjustments and enabling more comprehensive evaluations with graphical representation and processing of ultrasonic signals.
Implementation Method 1
The ultrasonic transducer that is suitable for generating ultrasonic signals and transmit them into the workpiece to be tested. They are at least partially reflected both on the boundary surfaces of the workpiece and on internal defects
Implementation Method 2
The ultrasonic test probe comprises an ultrasonic transducer that is suitable for generating ultrasonic signals
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AI summary
The present embodiments relate to a device for the non-destructive ultrasound testing of workpieces. The device comprises an ultrasonic test probe with an ultrasonic transducer, the ultrasonic test probe being configured for generating and coupling ultrasonic signals into a workpiece or/and for receiving ultrasonic signals from the workpiece. Furthermore, an electronic control unit is provided. The ease of operation is improved as a whole by a special configuration of the test probe and the control unit. Furthermore, the embodiments relate to a method for the non-destructive ultrasound testing of workpieces.