System and method for automated crack inspection and repair
US9414026B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 25, 2013 |
| Grant date | Aug 9, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 4, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01M11/0278
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A system for automated inspection of a surface; the system may include a self-propelled, steerable carriage capable of traversing the surface, the carriage having a camera positioned to view an object on the surface, and at least of one of a sensor capable of detecting a defect in the surface, a tool for treating the defect, and a sensor for inspecting a repair of the defect; and a computer controller connected to receive image data from the camera, communicate with and selectively actuate the at least of one of a sensor capable of detecting a defect in the surface, a tool for treating the defect, and a sensor for inspecting a repair of the defect, and control the carriage to move on the surface along one or more of a pre-set path and a path to one or more pre-set locations.
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