Systems and methods for the inspection of cylinders

Details Systems and methods for the inspection of cylinders Systems and methods for the inspection of cylinders

2007-06-15

2010-10-12

Pham, Hoa Q (Department: 2886)

Optics: measuring and testing

Inspection of flaws or impurities

Reexamination Certificate

active

07812941

ABSTRACT:
A system for inspecting cylinders according to various aspects of the present invention generally includes a roller assembly comprising a plurality of rollers configured to hold the cylinder. A light source illuminates the cylinder and a camera produces an image of at least a portion of the cylinder as the roller assembly rotates the cylinder about its longitudinal axis. A computer system is configured to control the roller assembly, light source, and camera and analyze the image to identify a defect associated with the cylinder.

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