3D scanner systems for non-destructive testing of building facades

How WaveScan's proprietary technology, with the help of drygear® Apiro®, makes façade inspections possible in tropical climates
WaveScan specialises in the research and development of electromagnetic-based 3D scanning systems and advanced AI algorithms. The technology is based on almost ten years of research and development in the field of wireless microwave and millimetre-wave sensors and enables high-resolution, transparent structural images for non-destructive testing (NDT) applications.

The company utilised the modular drygear® Apiro® gear system to assemble a 2D fan system equipped with our wireless microwave sensor for repeatable area scans. This system is used commercially, including for the inspection of building facades and concrete structures.

Profile

What was needed: a flat linear robot
Requirements: low weight (<7 kg), dust-tight, heat-resistant up to 40 degrees, modular and scalable, high operating time
Industry: façade and building technology
Customer success: automatic façade inspection under difficult conditions

Problem

WaveScan trade show was faced with the challenge of developing a technically sophisticated yet cost-effective solution for the creation of a portal.
One particular requirement was to take into account the diverse and complex structures and conditions of building façades in a warm tropical region.
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Solution

Apiro® stands for affordable gearbox solutions and flexible, customised solutions.
To meet the requirements, the inspection system is designed to be lightweight and adaptable to different platforms such as gondolas, boom lifts and rope bending devices.
In addition, the system is scalable thanks to the expandable drygear® Apiro® gearbox system. The modular gearbox system offers a wide range of products based on a combination of various gearbox input and output designs, different gear ratios and a wide range of accessories. The size of the 3D scanner system can be flexibly adapted depending on the specific requirements of the respective inspection.