Additive manufacturing (AM), also known as 3D printing, is revolutionizing manufacturing. In contrast with subtractive manufacturing methods such as machining, AM technologies create components directly from a computer model, adding material only where needed. Heat is often an integral part of this process – one that needs to be monitored closely in order to see consistent results. This paper discusses how infrared (IR) cameras can help manufacturers find systematic problems and determine what changes are needed to maintain product quality.
Measuring the temperature of fast moving objects can be very challenging since traditional temperature measurement devices are often too slow or simply impractical. In this brief 20-30 minute webinar, FLIR’s Scientific Segment Engineer, Taimen Taylor, will discuss how recent developments in high speed thermal camera technology allow engineers and researchers the ability to easily visualize and accurately measure temperatures on extremely fast moving targets. Taimen will use real-world images from a variety of high speed thermal applications to showcase how new camera features allow users to record, access and analyze data quickly and easily.
Common tools for non-contact temperature measurements include thermal imaging cameras and spot pyrometers. Thermal cameras' advantages over spot pyrometers include image generation, temperature readings of each pixel of the entire image, and temperature readings from a longer distance.
Trusting measurements from instruments can be difficult without a clear understanding of how the sensitivity and accuracy is derived. Many times, infrared camera measurement accuracy is confusing and can involve complex terms and jargon that may be misleading.
The smaller and more powerful an electronic device becomes, the more damage can be caused from its inherent heat. Designers are continuously looking for ways to keep components cool while maintaining the quality and integrity of performance.
IR cameras on the military test range often need to focus on far-away objects. Despite common misperceptions, zoom lenses work in IR cameras, but understanding spatial resolution is key.
Software provides users of IR cameras with a work environment in which all the camera functions take place. Choosing the right software can greatly expand the capabilities of an IR camera.
IR cameras are used on the military test range primarily to measure the radiance of various targets. Understanding how radiance measurements work allows users to decide whether a camera is properly calibrated for their application.
The integration of Type II Strained Layer Superlattice (SLS) detectors into commercially available thermal cameras in recent years has allowed researchers and scientists to solve several of the most difficult temperature measurement challenges. In this webinar FLIR will discuss how infrared cameras with cooled LWIR SLS detectors deliver significant improvements in speed, temperature range, uniformity, and stability while providing examples of their performance benefits when used is various high speed thermal measurement applications.
Measuring the thermal signatures of rockets exploding or aircraft in flight occur at high speeds. Understanding the factors that go into making those measurements will help users determine if a camera is suited for the job.
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