Sensors & Electronics
Electronics & Systems
Automated, On-Line Product Inspection (51)
Problem: Provide reliable, automated, multi-parameter, on-line 100%, inspection of 1,200 brass cartridge cases/minute
Project Activity Scope (from Technical Overview Chart): Circuits & Devices through Integrated Systems
PNNL Solution:
- Developed hardened inspection modules for five key parameters
- Designed integrated system with parts handler and control system
- Assembled, tested, and installed system on-line in production plant
- Equipment has provided reliable plant service for 15 years.
Capabilities Employed to Meet Client Needs: Electromagnetic field interactions with metals; analog and digital electronics design, fabrication, and testing; optical engineering; mechanical hardware design, fabrication, and assembly; computer software development for signal analysis, system control, and production statistics monitoring; system integration; statistics for production analysis; full system documentation including engineering drawings and manuals for operation and maintenance; on-site installation; factory staff training for operation and maintenance; field support on as-needed basis; system upgrades as requested.
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Contact: Terry Doherty
