{"id":3037,"date":"2023-05-16T08:02:04","date_gmt":"2023-05-16T12:02:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.1stvision.com\/machine-vision-solutions\/?p=3037"},"modified":"2025-09-25T12:01:41","modified_gmt":"2025-09-25T16:01:41","slug":"what-can-you-do-with-3d-from-automation-technology","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.1stvision.com\/machine-vision-solutions\/2023\/05\/what-can-you-do-with-3d-from-automation-technology.html","title":{"rendered":"What can you do with 3D from AT Sensors?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"250\" height=\"82\" class=\"wp-image-3049\" style=\"width: 250px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stvision.com\/machine-vision-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/AutomationTechnologyLogo.jpg\" alt=\"\">When new technologies or product offerings are introduced, it can help get the creative juices flowing by seeing example applications. In this case, 3D laser triangulation isn&#8217;t new, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stvision.com\/cameras\/Automation-Technology-3D-sensors-thermal-cameras?siq_name=$[FNAME]$$[LNAME]$&amp;siq_email=$[EMAIL]$\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AT Sensors<\/a> &#8211; previously known as Automation Technology &#8211;  has more than 20 years&#8217; experience developing and supporting their products. But 1stVision has now been appointed by AT Sensors as their North American distributor &#8211; a strategic partnership for both organizations bring new opportunities to joint customers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"C6 Feature Series \u2013 Episode 1: Laser Triangulation\" width=\"525\" height=\"295\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/cq2boS7L-uc?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Laser Triangulation overview &#8211; courtesy AT Sensors<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The short video above provides a nice overview of how laser triangulation provides the basis for 3D imaging in AT Sensors <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stvision.com\/cameras\/Automation-Technology-C6-Series-3D-sensors?siq_name=$[FNAME]$$[LNAME]$&amp;siq_email=$[EMAIL]$\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">C6 series<\/a> of 3D imagers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With no ranking implied by the order, we highlight applications of 3D imaging using AT Sensors products in each of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#WeldInspection\">Weld inspection<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#Rail\">Inspection of rail tracks and train components<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#Glue\">Adhesive glue bead inspection<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"WeldInspection\"><strong>Weld inspection<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Weld inspection is essential for <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Quality_control\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">quality control<\/a>, whether pro-actively for customer assurance and materials optimization or to archive against potential litigation.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"472\" height=\"487\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stvision.com\/machine-vision-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/schweissnaht-31.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3047\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1stvision.com\/machine-vision-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/schweissnaht-31.jpg 472w, https:\/\/www.1stvision.com\/machine-vision-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/schweissnaht-31-291x300.jpg 291w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 472px) 100vw, 472px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Weld inspection &#8211; courtesy of A<\/strong>T Sensors<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>3D Inspections provide robust, reliable, reproducible measured data largely independent of ambient light effects, reflection and the exact positioning of the part to be tested<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High resolution, continuous inspection of height, width and volume<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Control of shape and position of weld seams<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Surface \/ substrate shine has no influence on the measurement<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Optionally combine with an IR inspection system for identification of surface imperfections and geometric defects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"Rail\"><strong>Rail tracks and train wheels<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Drive-by 3D maintenance inspection of train wheel components and track condition:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Detect missing, loose, or deformed items<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Precision to 1mm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Speeds up to 250km\/hr<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"525\" height=\"453\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stvision.com\/machine-vision-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/rail3d_result-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3041\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1stvision.com\/machine-vision-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/rail3d_result-2.jpg 525w, https:\/\/www.1stvision.com\/machine-vision-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/rail3d_result-2-300x259.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 525px) 100vw, 525px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Train components and rail images &#8211; courtesy AT Sensors<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Rolling 3D scan of railway tracks:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Measure rail condition relative to norms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Log image data to GPS position for maintenance scheduling and safety compliance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Precision to 1mm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Speeds up to 120km\/hr<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Additional rail industry applications: Tunnel wall inspection; catenary wire inspection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"Glue\"><strong>Adhesive glue beads<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Similar in many ways to the weld inspection segment above, automated glue bead application also seeks to document quality standards are met, optimize materials usage, and maximize effective application rates.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"472\" height=\"487\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stvision.com\/machine-vision-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/kleberaupe1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3044\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1stvision.com\/machine-vision-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/kleberaupe1.jpg 472w, https:\/\/www.1stvision.com\/machine-vision-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/kleberaupe1-291x300.jpg 291w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 472px) 100vw, 472px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Glue bead &#8211; courtesy of AT Sensors<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Noteworthy characteristics of 3D inspection and control of glue bead application include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Control shape and position of adhesive bead on the supporting surface<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Inspect height, width and volume<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Control both inner and outer contour<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Application continuity check<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Volumetric control of dispensing system<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Delivers robust, reliable, reproducible measured data largely independent of ambient light effects, reflection and exact positioning of the items being tested<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"703\" height=\"481\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stvision.com\/machine-vision-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/C6-Laser-Profiler.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3099\" style=\"width:408px;height:279px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1stvision.com\/machine-vision-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/C6-Laser-Profiler.jpg 703w, https:\/\/www.1stvision.com\/machine-vision-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/C6-Laser-Profiler-300x205.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 703px) 100vw, 703px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">AT Sensors C6 3D sensor<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stvision.com\/contactForm?siq_name=$[FNAME]$$[LNAME]$&amp;siq_email=$[EMAIL]$\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"173\" height=\"41\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stvision.com\/machine-vision-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Contact-Us-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1866\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stvision.com\/?siq_name=$%5bFNAME%5d$%20$%5bLNAME%5d$&amp;siq_email=$%5bEMAIL%5d$\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>1st Vision\u2019s<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;sales engineers have over 100 years of combined experience to assist in your camera and components selection.&nbsp; 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