Intro_to_Visual Inspection.pptVIP

Visual Inspection Outline Introduction Basic principles Manual Vision Inspection Human Vision Common Inspection applications Equipment Automated or Machine Vision Inspection Machine Vision Common Inspection Applications Equipment Advantages and Limitations Glossary of terms Introduction Visual inspection is commonly defined as “the examination of a material, component, or product for conditions of nonconformance using light and the eyes, alone or in conjunction with various aids. Visual inspection often also involves, shaking, listening, feeling, and sometimes even smelling the component being inspected. Visual inspection consists of at least two major processes. The first is a search process. The second is a process of combining relevant knowledge, sensory input, and pertinent logical processes to provide an identification that some anomaly or pattern represents a flaw that poses a risk to the performance of the part. Visual inspection is commonly employed to support other NDT methods. Digital detectors and computer technology have made it possible to automate some visual inspections. This is known as “machine vision inspection.” Introduction Visual inspection is the most basic and most commonly employed NDT method. It is applicable to a wide variety of material types and product forms. Several characteristics about the part being examined may be determined, which include dimensional conformance, the presence of discontinuities, general fit and wear, and simple cosmetic compliance. It can be performed by direct or indirect methods during various stages of manufacturing or after the component has been placed in-service. Introduction The quality of an inspection are affected primarily by four factors. The quality of the detector (eye or camera). The lighting conditions. The capability to process the visual data. The level of training and attention to detail. Introduction – Manual Versus Automated Inspection The majority of visual inspections are com