Application Note

TomoScan FOCUS LT

Automated Composite Part

Inspection Systems

Manufacturer-approved
• Boeing
• Bombardier
• Alenia
 Composite Parts Manufacturing
Over the past decade, the aviation market has experienced
a sustained period of significant growth. Global air traffic has
risen at a steady rate, and commercial and military airplane
manufacturers have undertaken several major programs
(including the A350, A380, B787, and B777X). This develop-
ment has been consistent despite ever increasing fuel prices
and growing environmental concerns over emissions.
All of these factors have intensified the performance de-
mands on aircraft manufacturers and their suppliers. High
fuel prices and an increased focus on the environment have
led manufacturers to develop new lightweight materials in
order to build more efficient aircraft. Increased air traffic and
the introduction of new airplane models puts pressure on the
suppliers to maximize productivity, which they can achieve,
in part, through faster inspection speeds.
High-speed inspection of composite parts is particularly
difficult because of the complex geometries that are in-
volved. To meet this challenge head-on, Olympus proposes
its integrated instrumentation products, which have been es-
pecially designed for high-performance inspection systems.

Complex Geometry Inspection

Composite parts often feature diverse angles and surfaces that require the application of advanced inspection techniques.
Olympus integrated instrumentation provides you with the necessary tools to meet these challenges.

Corner Inspection
Corner probes are specifically designed for the inspection of
corner sections on composite parts.

Full Volumetric Coverage

Use multiple probes to ensure full part coverage in a single
pass. Consult the Olympus probe portfolio to determine
which probes are best suited for your application.

Honeycomb Structures Inspection

Use pulse-echo and pitch-catch (through transmission) con-
figurations on squirter systems to inspect parts containing
honeycomb structures and/or with highly complex shapes.

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Matrix Filters Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) Analysis
Reduce the noise associated with composite parts by apply- Get precise SNR analysis using the composite analysis
ing the TomoView™ matrix filter tool. TomoView tools.

Before

After

Advanced Detection Capabilities

Multiple gates with advanced synchronization and presynchronization capabilities provide you with effective tools to deal with
difficulties that are common with inspecting complex geometries, including parts with varying thicknesses.

Additional Features
• Precise delamination sizing. Industry Software Compatibility
• C-scan merging. TomoView™ Software Development Kits (SDK) are compatible with the
• Data-file merging. following industry software:
• Highly flexible software C-scan.
• Ultis (EADS)
• Firing sequencer for ghost-echo removal.
• SCAN (Boeing)
• Excel exchange capability for custom readings.
• CIVA (ExteNDE)
• Offline A-scan resynchronization.
• InspectionWare (UTEX)
• Customizable layouts.
• Many more…

Photo courtesy of UTEX

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 Fast Inspection Speed
The constant increase in the production rates of commercial and military aircraft means that quality control must also be done
at higher speeds. The scalability and general specifications of Olympus integrated instrumentation will help you to address this
industry challenge.

High Performance Unit

Use the FOCUS LT™ to build fast and efficient inspection systems by benefiting from the high end specifications of this power-
ful acquisition unit.

High Inspection Speed 20 kHz PRF and 4 MB/s data throughput per
FOCUS LT.
Scalability Up to 3 FOCUS LT units working in parallel.
Multiple Gates 5 gates with flexible linking capability.
Interface Tracking Reliable signal synchronization.
Presynchronization Capability Improved near back wall defect detection for
complex geometries.

Scalability
Using multiple FOCUS LT acquisition units minimizes cycle time and optimizes system performance.

Multiple-Probe Configurations
• Use multiple probes to ensure full part coverage in a single
pass.
• Minimize cycle time while improving defect detection.

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Powerful and Flexible Software
The TomoView™ software was designed with powerful inspection features so that optimal inspection speeds can be reached.
It can be easily integrated into typical industry software environments.

Flexible Integration Workflow management using the SDK.

Multipod Configuration
Flexible Probe Management
Optimized Inspection Speed
Powerful Merging Features
Manage 1, 2, or 3 FOCUS LT units from the
same TomoView interface.
Manage a high number of probes.
Firing Sequencer for ghost-echo removal.
Combine data from multiple inspections to ac-
celerate the analysis process.

Full System Automation

Use the TomoView Software Development Kits (SDK) to automate the workflow and improve system performance.

Custom
application

Customizable Data Analysis

Export raw inspection data to external data analysis software using the TomoView SDK. Get more out of your inspection data
by customizing the analytic process to meet your inspection requirements.

A-scan data C-scan data

Acquisition parameters

Photo provided courtesy of EWI

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 The Reference Composite Inspection Package
The FOCUS LT/TomoView™ package is designed to meet the requirements of the most demanding inspection systems. Used
for years by world leaders in the aerospace and defense industry, the field-proven FOCUS LT and TomoView package has
solidified its position as an industry standard.

Industry Reference Package Special Integrator Offer

This is a reliable solution for high-end composite inspection Get a special price and customized training sessions based
applications, and the standard package for many of our aero- on your application requirements. Contact an Olympus repre-
space industry clients. sentative to discuss the details.

TomoScan FOCUS LT Specifications and Ordering Information

TomoScan FOCUS LT TomoScan FOCUS LT Rackmount
Conventional UT Connector 4 (LEMO 00)
4 (BNC)
(not available in sectorial scan configuration)

Data Acquisition Rate 4 MB/s

A/D Converter 10 bit , 100 MHz
A-Scan Length 32 to 8192 points
Real-Time Data Compression 1 to 255 ratio
Rectification FW, HW+, HW–, and RF
Filtering Programmable digital FIR
Video Smoothing (digital)
Dynamic Depth Focusing (DDF) Yes
Encoder 2-axes (quadrature, clockwise direction)
Network Interface 100BASE-T
Bandwidth 0.5 MHz to 23 MHz depending on the configuration
Acquisition Speed 8000 A-scan/s (8-bit, 512-point A-scans)
Number of Beams Up to 256
Pulse Repetition Frequency (PRF) 1 Hz to 20 kHz
Real-Time Averaging 1, 2, 4, 8, 16
Number of Gates 4 for detection; 1 for synchronization
Weight 5 kg (11 lb) 11.5 kg
Size (W x H x D) 31.3 cm x 11.4 cm x 37.7 cm 48.3 cm x 13.3 cm x 34.4 cm
(12.3 in. x 4.5 in. x 15 in.) (19 in. x 5.2 in. x 13.5 in.)
External Temperature Sensor Input N/A Yes

Pulse-Echo Configurations

Configurations Part Number Part Number (Rackmount)

16:128 FLT16128-P-O N/A
32:128 FLT32128-P-O N/A
64:128 FLT64128-P-O N/A

Pitch-Catch Configurations

Configurations Part Number Part Number (Rackmount)

16:128 FLT16128-R-O FLTRM16128
32:128 FLT32128-R-O FLTRM32128 TomoScan FOCUS LT benchtop configuration

64:128 FLT64128-R-O FLTRM64128

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TomoView Specifications and Ordering Information
TomoView Feature Matrix Industry-Compliant Software
TomoView TomoView
Owing to its extensive features and flexibility, TomoView™ is
Feature Analysis Inspection an economical solution for your composite inspection ap-
Metric and US customary units √ √
plications.
Multigroup combined display √ √

Ability to view TOFD groups √ √

Build your System… Your Way
Phased array and TOFD combined display √ √ Get inspection systems that are customized to match your
Ability to zoom in/out of the display √ √ inspection requirements.
Predefined weld-overlay display √ √
NDT Data Access Library (DATALIB)
Standard Analysis

Selectable information groups (readings) √ √

Off-line TOFD calibrations √ √

The NDT Data Access Library software development kit en-
Off-line lateral-wave (LW) synchronization √ √
ables you to read data files using a custom application. It is
Off-line gate adjustment √ √
especially useful for applications that involve visualizing and
Off-line software C-scans √ √
processing data that has been acquired by Olympus instru-
Ability to display and edit indication tables √ √
ments using customized procedures.
Ability to add/delete entries in indication √ √
tables The NDT Data Access Library provides you with direct ac-
Ability to export indication tables to .txt √ √
cess to inspection data and the most important acquisition
files
parameters.
Built-in report generator (customizable) √ √

Ability to modify/create color palettes √ √

NDT Remote Control Library (RCLIB)
OmniScan-to-TomoView file converter √ √

Volumetric merge tool (automatic or √ √ The NDT Remote Control Library software development
manual) kit enables you to develop customized user interfaces and
Software gain adjustment √ √
build fully automated inspections systems. From an exter-
Layout creation √ √
nal computer, the library can be used to directly control the
Ability to save custom layouts √ √
TomoView software, offering a wide range of possibilities in
Ability to display custom weld overlay √ √
both inspection and analysis modes.
(.dxf)
Ability to display rebounds (skips) √ √
OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES
Ability to display polar view √ √
Advanced Analysis

Part number Description

Zone tool for statistical measurements √ √

3-D cursor √ √ TV210-F TomoView 2.10 Inspection including Advanced

Calculator
Ability to open multiple files simultaneously √ √

Data-file merge tool √ √ TV210-A TomoView 2.10 Analysis

C-scan merge tool √ √ TVADVPA TomoView 2.10 Advanced Calculator
Off-line A-scan synchronization √ √
TV-SIMU TomoView 2.10 Acoustic Field Simulation option
Off-line TOFD lateral wave (LW) removal √ √
RCLIB NDT Remote Control Library
Off-line Scan/Index/Sound axis calibration √ √
DATALIB NDT Data Access Library
Signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) analysis tool √ √

Hysteresis correction √ √ TV-INTEG TomoView 2.10 Inspection, NDT Remote Control

Library, NDT Data Access Library and training
Ability to export data groups to .txt files √ √
(special price)
FFT calculation √ √

Microsoft Excel Exchanges √ √

Acoustic field simulation (AFiSiMO) √ √

TV Control

Data acquisition √

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Worldwide Partners
Olympus has a wide network of trusted partners that can provide you with a high-end solution for your inspection needs.

Contact
For more information on the available inspection solutions, contact us at:
Info.IntegratedInstruments@olympusndt.com.

Manual Inspection
Olympus offers an extensive portfolio of manual inspection products that can be used for prove-up testing to complement
your automated inspection solution.

OmniScan MX2 OmniScan SX EPOCH 600

is ISO 9001 and 14001 certified

*All specifications are subject to change without notice.

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