3D DIC Systems

Let's take a look beyond the second dimension 

Alpha Strain Analysis SW now measures in space. No, not the outer space, but in 3D. So let's dig in and measure some real challenges on complex specimen geometries. 

It is easier than ever to get the most from a single experiment.

For more info about the 3D software features see the bottom of this page.

 

FreeD

The ultimate versatility and width of usage make FreeD a 'must have' for every R&D facility.

It can be equipped with a large variety of cameras, lenses, lights, and further optical accessories. 


  • Tensile - Axial / Transversal
  • Compression
  • Bending
  • Shear
  • Torsion

Stereo ONE

A 3D expansion of our industrial top-selling device opens an opportunity to measure specimens of complex geometry or specimens showing large out-of-plane displacement during the test.

Suitable mainly as an auxiliary sensor for testing machines where it can be fixed and calibrated without re-setting for longer time periods.


FIX

Fixed Focus 3D DIC optical measuring system is a robust and comprehensible pre-calibrated system for advanced stereoscopic strain analysis. Similar to Stereo ONE, the FIX device suits any static and quasi-static experiments with advanced requirements including out-of-plane deformations and motion measurements.

The FF3DDIC system offers high reliability for various applications like:

  • Tensile / Compression / Biaxial extensometers and inspection points.

  • Virtual strain gauges as a full contactless replacement of physical sensors.

  • Full-field analyses to identify the strain distribution and critical locations.


3D Features of the X-Sight Alpha SW

With the stereoscopic application Alpha SW opens a new horizon of DIC measurement. Among the standard features included in its monoscopic setup, the 3D module brings these exciting abilities:

  • Spatial real-time measurement

  • SW optimized for low latency - processing frames at high FPS

  • An assisted 3D calibration procedure

  • Advanced calibration grid accuracy - easy adjustment for faster calibration

  • Multiple stereo camera pair support for extended Field of View

  • Stereo camera synchronization supporting multiple camera pairs

  • Real-time 3D plots

  • Real-time value averaging

  • Time to Measured value charts

  • Measurement probes

    • 3D Point - comparable to 2D Point

    • 3D Line - comparable to 2D Line

    • 3D Area - computation of 3D deformation tensors and their evaluation using statistical functions, surface reconstruction in 3D space

  • Data post-processing and playback

  • Real-time value output to a multitude of connected A/D devices (DA converters and other generic binary or digital outputs to 3rd party applications)

  • Real-time input of external values (from AD converters or generic digital inputs to transmit data from testing machine sensors among others; and more; and other devices)

  • SW can be fully controlled via API commands and queries

  • Post-process

    • Computation of recorded data

    • Computed data browsing and evaluation

    • Display of color deformation maps

  • 3D VTK Export (generic export useful for any further data processing and import into CAE (CAD/FEM/CFD/CAE) systems such as ANSYS and ParaView