Development of Integrated Electronics for Optical Video Extensometers Used with Universal Testing Machines
Innovation Voucher Project (OP TAK)
Project ID: CZ.01.01.01/05/24_043/0010038
Funding: European Union – Operational Programme Technologies and Applications for Competitiveness (OP TAK)
Duration: 1 May 2026 – 31 December 2026
PROJECT OVERVIEW
This project focuses on the development, production, and testing of a prototype integrated electronics system for X-Sight optical video extensometers.
The objective is to develop a compact communication and control unit enabling fully automated operation of optical extensometers. The resulting prototype integrates multiple hardware functions into a single industrial-grade PCB, replacing the current architecture based on several external peripheral devices.
The integrated electronics will provide synchronized camera control, accessory switching (lighting and lasers), conversion of deformation data into standard analog and pulse outputs, and unified hardware license management. The solution simplifies installation, improves system reliability, and creates a robust platform for future generations of X-Sight optical extensometers.
KEY FEATURES
- Integrated industrial electronics on a single PCB
- Automated control of optical extensometer hardware
- Camera synchronization and trigger management
- Integrated control of lighting and laser accessories
- Analog and pulse deformation outputs
- Unified hardware licensing
- Reduced system complexity and improved reliability
APPLICATIONS
- Universal testing machines (UTM)
- Optical extensometers
- Material testing laboratories
- Automated mechanical testing
- Industrial testing systems
This project is co-funded by the European Union under the Operational Programme Technologies and Applications for Competitiveness (OP TAK).
