The Answer to Precise Residual Stress Mapping

Robotic Residual Stress Measuring System With 3D Scanner

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How It Works

Pulstec’s Robotic Stress Mapping System is an advanced system that integrates a robotic arm equipped with an X-ray stress analyzer and a 3D scanner. We designed this system to perform precise stress mapping on a variety of materials, regardless of their shape.

The 3D scanner first captures the geometry of the sample, including curved surfaces, allowing the robot to precisely target and measure stress distributions at desired areas. This seamless integration of scanning and analysis capabilities ensures accurate, efficient, and comprehensive stress evaluation, which is ideal for research purposes and high-demand industrial applications.

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Features & Benefits

  • Comprehensive Mapping: Allows for residual stress or FWHM mapping within a maximum area of 300mm x 300mm, accommodating large samples.
  • Versatile Oscillation Options: Supports 1-axis, 3-axis, or planar slide oscillations, along with X-Y. X-Θ, or Y-Θ movements.
  • Time-Saving Automatic Mapping: Once the mapping area is set up, the robot automatically takes measurements.
  • Intuitive Design: This system has a straightforward setup, making it easy to use in diverse samples. Prior to X-ray measurement, the diffraction ring is simulated to avoid interference.
  • Advanced High-Sensitivity 3D Detection: Offers 3D data with a wide dynamic range, suitable for many applications, including automotive and aerospace parts.
  • No Antihalation Spray Required: The 3D scanner has an automatic power control function, eliminating the need for antihalation spray and simplifying the preparation process.
  • High Accuracy & Stability: Delivers highly accurate 3D data, and is especially stable on shiny or lustrous objects.
  • Precision in Details: Measurement data are not averaged, ensuring that edges and fine shapes are accurately captured and reproduced.
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Specifications

XRD Stress Analyzer:

  • μ-X360s (manufactured by Pulstec Industrial co., Ltd)
  • Uses the cos-alpha method for stress calculation
  • Cr, V, Mn, Co, and Cu tubes are available
  • D= 0.3, 0.5, 1.0, 2.0mm collimators are available


3D Scanner:

  • TDS-320L (manufactured by Pulstec Industrial co., Ltd)
  • Laser 3D scanner with triangulation method

Robot:

  • MOTOMAN-GP8 (manufactured by Yaskawa Electric Corporation)

 

Motorized Rotation Stage:

  • φ300mm rotating table with attachable sample fixture
  • 10 KGF (98 N) total load capacity

Shielding Box/Robot Enclosure:

  • Width: 1,500mm
  • Height: 1,800mm
  • Diameter: 1,500mm
  • Maximum sample size: 400 x 400 x 400mm
  • Maximum sample weight: Approx. 30 kg (without Rotation stage)
  • Features a signal tower with red, yellow, and green robot indicator lights
  • Features a safety switch to monitor door status and a main switch with a ground-fault breaker
  • Radiation leak: 0.1μSv or less

PC & Monitor

  • Supported OS: Windows 11 64-bit
  • Features two monitors, each approximately 24 inches
  • Optional PC desk is available

Disclaimer: The PC features software for robot mapping function, TDS operation, μ-X360s operations, and mapping display. 

Power Supply:

  • Single phase AC 200/230V (-15% to +10%)
  • 100 to 240V AC (-10% to +6%)

Applications

  • Surface stress mapping on metal parts, such as automotive, aerospace, and additive manufacturing.
  • Stress analysis on large grain size samples, such as electrical steel.
  • FWHM mapping for hardness.
  • Heat effects analysis on welding samples.
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Resources

Technical Documents
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Residual stress reference specimen[pdf]

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Collimator for replacement[pdf]

Collimator for replacement

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X-ray tubes for replacement[pdf]

X-ray tubes for replacement

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Robotic Residual Stress Measuring System With 3D Scanner Brochure[pdf]

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