The active Lamb wave and piezoelectric transducer （PZT）-based structural health monitoring （SHM） technology is a kind of efficient approach to estimate the health state of aircraft structure. In practical applicat...The active Lamb wave and piezoelectric transducer （PZT）-based structural health monitoring （SHM） technology is a kind of efficient approach to estimate the health state of aircraft structure. In practical applications, PZT networks are needed to monitor large scale structures. Scanning many of the different PZT actuator-sensor channels within these PZT networks to achieve on-line SHM task is important. Based on a peripheral component interconnect extensions for instrumentation （PXI） platform, an active Lamb wave and PZT network-based integrated multi-channel scanning system （PXI-ISS） is developed for the purpose of practical applications of SHM, which is compact and portable, and can scan large numbers of actuator-sensor channels and perform damage assessing automatically. A PXI-based 4 channels gain-programmable charge amplifier, an external scanning module with 276 actuator-sensor channels and integrated SHM software are proposed and discussed in detail. The experimental research on a carbon fiber composite wing box of an unmanned aerial vehicle （UAV） for verifying the functions of the PXI-ISS is mainly discussed, including the design of PZTs layer, the method of excitation frequency selection, functional test of damage imaging, stability test of the PXI-ISS, and the loading effect on signals. The experimental results have verified the stability and damage functions of this system.展开更多
An ILRIS-36D 3-D laser image scanning system was used to monitor the Anjialing strip mine slope on Pingshuo in Shanxi province. The basic working principles, performance indexes, features and data collection and proce...An ILRIS-36D 3-D laser image scanning system was used to monitor the Anjialing strip mine slope on Pingshuo in Shanxi province. The basic working principles, performance indexes, features and data collection and processing methods are illus-trated. The point cloud results are analyzed in detail. The rescale range analysis method was used to analyze the deformation char-acteristics of the slope. The results show that the trend of slope displacement is stable and that the degree of landslide danger is low. This work indicates that 3-D laser image scanning can supply multi-parameter, high precision real time data over long distances. These data can be used to study the distortion of the slope quickly and accurately.展开更多
There should be high resolution demand that is better than 1000 DPI(dot per inch) for high precision image scanning system. This paper introduced the two-level computer controlled system that consisted of LS-3500 film...There should be high resolution demand that is better than 1000 DPI(dot per inch) for high precision image scanning system. This paper introduced the two-level computer controlled system that consisted of LS-3500 film scanner, AST386/33 monitoring control level and Intel 8031 single chip computer that is used as DDC level. The formula for scanning image data processing and methods of statistic parameters calculating are described.展开更多
<div style="text-align:justify;"> In this work, a design of a compact optical MEMS-based lidar scanning system with a large field of view (FOV) and small distortion is presented. The scanning system ap...<div style="text-align:justify;"> In this work, a design of a compact optical MEMS-based lidar scanning system with a large field of view (FOV) and small distortion is presented. The scanning system applies an off-axis structure and the length of the system can be reduced to about 10 cm in an optimized way. Simulation results show that a large FOV is achieved under a uniform scanning scheme. In addition, the spot size less than 20 cm at distance of 100 m is also realized. The optical scanning system can be used for the vehicle-mounted Lidar. </div>展开更多
Three-dimensional(3D)profile scanning plays a crucial role in the inspection of assembled large aircraft.In this paper,to achieve noncontact automatic measurements of the high-reflective profiles of large-scale curved...Three-dimensional(3D)profile scanning plays a crucial role in the inspection of assembled large aircraft.In this paper,to achieve noncontact automatic measurements of the high-reflective profiles of large-scale curved parts and components,an automated noncontact system and method with high accuracy and high efficiency are presented.First,a hybrid 3D coordinate measurement system based on proximity sensors and cameras is proposed to obtain noncontact measurements while avoiding the influence of high reflection on the measurement accuracy.A hybrid measurement model that combines the one-dimensional distances measured by the proximity sensors and the 3D information obtained by cameras is proposed to determine high-accuracy 3D coordinates of the measured points.Then,a profile-driven 3D automated scanning method and strategy are designed to rapidly scan and reconstruct the profile within the effective range without scratching the profile or exceeding the measurement range of the proposed system.Finally,experiments and accuracy analyses are performed in situ on an assembled tailplane panel(approximately 1760 mm×460 mm).The automated scanning process is completed in a timeframe of 208s with an average error of less than 0.121 mm for profile reconstruction.Therefore,the proposed method is promising considering both the high accuracy and high efficiency requirements of profile inspections for large aircraft.展开更多
The wMPS is a laser-based measurement system used for large scale metrology.However,it is susceptible to external factors such as vibrations,which can lead to unreliable measurements.This paper presents a fault diagno...The wMPS is a laser-based measurement system used for large scale metrology.However,it is susceptible to external factors such as vibrations,which can lead to unreliable measurements.This paper presents a fault diagnosis and separation method which can counter this problem.To begin with,the paper uses simple models to explain the fault diagnosis and separation methods.These methods are then mathematically derived using statistical analysis and the principles of the wMPS.A comprehensive solution for fault diagnosis and separation is proposed,considering the characteristics of the wMPS.The effectiveness of this solution is verified through experimental observations.It can be concluded that this approach can detect and separate false observations,thereby enhancing the reliability of the wMPS.展开更多
Instead of traditionally using a 3D physical model with many control points on it, a calibration plate with printed chess grid and movable along its normal direction is implemented to provide large area 3D control poi...Instead of traditionally using a 3D physical model with many control points on it, a calibration plate with printed chess grid and movable along its normal direction is implemented to provide large area 3D control points with variable Z values. Experiments show that the approach presented is effective for reconstructing 3D color objects in computer vision system.展开更多
Multifocal multiphoton microscopy(MMM)has greatly improved the utilization of excitationlight and imaging speed due to parallel multiphoton excitation of the samples and simultaneousdetection of the signals,which allo...Multifocal multiphoton microscopy(MMM)has greatly improved the utilization of excitationlight and imaging speed due to parallel multiphoton excitation of the samples and simultaneousdetection of the signals,which allows it to perform three-dimensional fast fuorescence imaging.Stochastic scanming can provide continuous,uniform and high-speed excitation of the sample,which makes it a suitable scanning scheme for MMM.In this paper,the graphical programminglanguage,LabVIEW is used to achieve stochastic scanning of the two-dimensional galvo scanmers by using white noise signals to control the a and y mirrors independently.Moreover,thestochastic scanning process is simulated by using Monte Carlo method.Our results show that MMM can avoid oversampling or subsampling in the scanning area and meet the requirements of uniform sampling by stochastically scanning the individual units of the N×N foci array.Therefore,continuous and umiform scaning in the whole field of view is implemented.展开更多
This paper describes the development of an intelligent automated control system of a robot manipulator for plasma treatment of medical implants with complex shapes.The two-layer coatings from the Ti wire and hydroxyap...This paper describes the development of an intelligent automated control system of a robot manipulator for plasma treatment of medical implants with complex shapes.The two-layer coatings from the Ti wire and hydroxyapatite powders are applied on the surface of Ti medical implants by microplasma spraying to increase the biocompatibility of implants.The coating process requires precise control of a number of parameters,particularly the plasma spray distance and plasma jet traverse velocity.Thus,the development of the robotic plasma surface treatment involves automated path planning.The key idea of the proposed intelligent automatic control system is the use of data of preliminary three-dimensional (3D) scanning of the processed implant by the robot manipulator.The segmentation algorithm of the point cloud from laser scanning of the surface is developed.This methodology is suitable for robotic 3D scanning systems with both non-contact laser distance sensors and video cameras,used in additive manufacturing and medicine.展开更多
The assembly behaviors of two low-symmetric carboxylic acid molecules(50-(6-carboxynaphthalen-2-yl)-[1,10:30,100-triphenyl]-3,400,5-tricarboxylic acid(CTTA)and 30,50-bis(6-carboxynaphthalen-2-yl)-[1,10-biphenyl]-3,5-d...The assembly behaviors of two low-symmetric carboxylic acid molecules(50-(6-carboxynaphthalen-2-yl)-[1,10:30,100-triphenyl]-3,400,5-tricarboxylic acid(CTTA)and 30,50-bis(6-carboxynaphthalen-2-yl)-[1,10-biphenyl]-3,5-dicarboxylic acid(BCBDA))containing naphthalene rings on graphite surfaces have been investigated using scanning tunneling microscopy(STM).The transformation of nanostructures induced by the second components(EDA and PEBP-C4)have been also examined.Both CTTA and BCBDA molecules self-assemble at the 1-heptanoic acid(HA)/HOPG interface,forming porous network structures.The dimer represents the most elementary building unit due to the formation of double hydrogen bonds.Moreover,the flipping of naphthalene ring results in the isomerization of BCBDA molecule.The introduction of carboxylic acid derivative EDA disrupts the dimer,which subsequently undergoes a structural conformation to form a novel porous structure.Furthermore,upon the addition of pyridine derivative PEBP-C4,N–H⋯O hydrogen bonds are the dominant forces driving the three coassembled structures.We have also conducted density functional theory(DFT)calculations to determine the molecular conformation and analyze the mechanisms underlying the formation of nanostructures.展开更多
The intrusion of obstacles onto railway tracks presents a significant threat to train safety,characterized by sudden and unpredictable occurrences.With China leading the world in high-speed rail mileage,ensuring railw...The intrusion of obstacles onto railway tracks presents a significant threat to train safety,characterized by sudden and unpredictable occurrences.With China leading the world in high-speed rail mileage,ensuring railway security is paramount.The current laser monitoring technologies suffer from high false alarm rates and unreliable intrusion identification.This study addresses these issues by investigating high-resolution laser monitoring technology for railway obstacles,focusing on key parameters such as monitoring range and resolution.We propose an enhanced non-uniform laser scanning method,developing a laser monitoring system that reduces the obstacle false alarm rate to 2.00%,significantly lower than the 20%standard(TJ/GW135-2015).This rate is the best record for laser monitoring systems on China Railway.Our system operates seamlessly in all weather conditions,providing superior accuracy,resolution,and identification efficiency.It is the only 3D LiDAR system certified by the China State Railway Group Co.,Ltd.(Certificate No.[2023]008).Over three years,our system has been deployed at numerous points along various lines managed by the China State Railway Group,accumulating a dataset of 300,000 observations.This extensive deployment has significantly enhanced railway safety.The development and implementation of our railway laser monitoring system represent a substantial advancement in railway safety technology.Its low false alarm rate(2.00%),high accuracy(20 cm×20 cm×20 cm),and robust performance in diverse conditions underscore its potential for widespread adoption,promising to enhance railway safety in China and internationally.展开更多
To address climate change and promote environmental sustainability,electrochemical energy conversion and storage systems emerge as promising alternative to fossil fuels,catering to the escalating demand for energy.Ach...To address climate change and promote environmental sustainability,electrochemical energy conversion and storage systems emerge as promising alternative to fossil fuels,catering to the escalating demand for energy.Achieving optimal energy efficiency and cost competitiveness in these systems requires the strategic design of electrocatalysts,coupled with a thorough comprehension of the underlying mechanisms and degradation behavior occurring during the electrocatalysis processes.Scanning electrochemical microscopy(SECM),an analytical technique for studying surface electrochemically,stands out as a powerful tool offering electrochemical insights.It possesses remarkable spatiotemporal resolution,enabling the visualization of the localized electrochemical activity and surface topography.This review compiles crucial research findings and recent breakthroughs in electrocatalytic processes utilizing the SECM methodology,specifically focusing on applications in electrolysis,fuel cells,and metal–oxygen batteries within the realm of energy conversion and storage systems.Commencing with an overview of each energy system,the review introduces the fundamental principles of SECM,and aiming to provide new perspectives and broadening the scope of applied research by describing the major research categories within SECM.展开更多
The characteristics of nonmetallic inclusions formed during steel production have a significant influence on steel performance.In this paper,studies on inclusions using confocal scanning laser microscopy(CSLM)are revi...The characteristics of nonmetallic inclusions formed during steel production have a significant influence on steel performance.In this paper,studies on inclusions using confocal scanning laser microscopy(CSLM)are reviewed and summarized,particularly the col-lision of various inclusions,dissolution of inclusions in liquid slag,and reactions between inclusions and steel.Solid inclusions exhibited a high collision tendency,whereas pure liquid inclusions exhibited minimal collisions because of the small attraction force induced by their<90°contact angle with molten steel.The collision of complex inclusions in molten steel was not included in the scope of this study and should be evaluated in future studies.Higher CaO/Al_(2)O_(3)and CaO/SiO_(2)ratios in liquid slag promoted the dissolution of Al_(2)O_(3)-based in-clusions.The formation of solid phases in the slag should be prevented to improve dissolution of inclusions.To accurately simulate the dissolution of inclusions in liquid slag,in-situ observation of the dissolution of inclusions at the steel-slag interface is necessary.Using a combination of CSLM and scanning electron microscopy-energy dispersive spectroscopy,the composition and morphological evolution of the inclusions during their modification by the dissolved elements in steel were observed and analyzed.Although the in-situ observa-tion of MnS and TiN precipitations has been widely studied,the in-situ observation of the evolution of oxide inclusions in steel during so-lidification and heating processes has rarely been reported.The effects of temperature,heating and cooling rates,and inclusion character-istics on the formation of acicular ferrites(AFs)have been widely studied.At a cooling rate of 3-5 K/s,the order of AF growth rate in-duced by different inclusions,as reported in literature,is Ti-O<Ti-Ca-Zr-Al-O<Mg-O<Ti-Zr-Al-O<Mn-Ti-Al-O<Ti-Al-O<Zr-Ti-Al-O.Further comprehensive experiments are required to investigate the quantitative relationship between the formation of AFs and inclusions.展开更多
The high-temperature dissolution behavior of primary carbides in samples taken from GCr15 continuous-casting bloom was observed in-situ by confocal laser scanning microscopy.Equations were fitted to the dissolution ki...The high-temperature dissolution behavior of primary carbides in samples taken from GCr15 continuous-casting bloom was observed in-situ by confocal laser scanning microscopy.Equations were fitted to the dissolution kinetics of primary carbides during either heating or soaking.Dissolution of carbides proceeded in three stages(fast→slow→faster)as either temperature or holding time was increased.During the heating process and during the first and third stages of the soaking process,the original size of the carbides determined the steepness of the slope,but during the middle(“slow”)stage of the soaking process,the slope remained zero.The initial size of the carbides varied greatly,but their final dissolution temperature fell within the narrow range of 1210-1235℃,and the holding time remained within 50 min.Fractal analysis was used to study the morphological characteristics of small and medium-sized carbides during the dissolution process.According to changes in the fractal dimension before and after soaking,the carbides tended to evolve towards a more regular morphology.展开更多
The centroid coordinate serves as a critical control parameter in motion systems,including aircraft,missiles,rockets,and drones,directly influencing their motion dynamics and control performance.Traditional methods fo...The centroid coordinate serves as a critical control parameter in motion systems,including aircraft,missiles,rockets,and drones,directly influencing their motion dynamics and control performance.Traditional methods for centroid measurement often necessitate custom equipment and specialized positioning devices,leading to high costs and limited accuracy.Here,we present a centroid measurement method that integrates 3D scanning technology,enabling accurate measurement of centroid across various types of objects without the need for specialized positioning fixtures.A theoretical framework for centroid measurement was established,which combined the principle of the multi-point weighing method with 3D scanning technology.The measurement accuracy was evaluated using a designed standard component.Experimental results demonstrate that the discrepancies between the theoretical and the measured centroid of a standard component with various materials and complex shapes in the X,Y,and Z directions are 0.003 mm,0.009 mm,and 0.105 mm,respectively,yielding a spatial deviation of 0.106 mm.Qualitative verification was conducted through experimental validation of three distinct types.They confirmed the reliability of the proposed method,which allowed for accurate centroid measurements of various products without requiring positioning fixtures.This advancement significantly broadened the applicability and scope of centroid measurement devices,offering new theoretical insights and methodologies for the measurement of complex parts and systems.展开更多
To investigate the nucleation behavior during the single-phased metallic solidification process,the commercial ultrapure ferritic stainless steels with no(Initial steel)and various melt treatments(R1,MR1,Y2,MY1,and M1...To investigate the nucleation behavior during the single-phased metallic solidification process,the commercial ultrapure ferritic stainless steels with no(Initial steel)and various melt treatments(R1,MR1,Y2,MY1,and M1 steels)were used to carry out the differential scanning colorimetry(DSC)and high-temperature confocal laser scanning microscope(HT-CLSM)experiments.Based on the results of DSC experiments,the equilibrium solidification process as well as the relationship among the critical undercooling degree(△T_(c)^(DSC)),latent heat of fusion/crystallization(△H_(f)/△H_(c)),equiaxed grain ratio(ER),and average grain size(△_(ave)^(ingot))was revealed.ER is increased with the decreasing△T_(c)^(DSC)and increasing△H_(f)/△H_(c);however,△_(ave)^(ingot)is decreased with them.Referring to the results of HT-CLSM experiments,the average sizes of micro-/macrostructures(d_(ave)/D_(ave)/)are decreased with the increasing cooling rate,as well as the difference between and apparent critical undercooling degree(△T_(c)^(CLSM))was revealed.The heterogeneous nucleation of the crystal nuclei occurs only if△T_(c)^(CLSM)>△T_(c)^(DSC).Combining with the interfacial wetting-lattice mismatch heterogeneous nucleation model,the dynamic mechanism of the metallic solidification was revealed.The as-cast grains of the melt-treated samples were obviously refined,owing to the much higher actual heterogeneous nucleation rates(I_(heter.,i))obtained through melt treatments,and the heterogeneous nucleation rates(I_(heter.,ij))for all samples are increased with the cooling rates,firmly confirming that the as-cast grains of each sample could be refined by the increasing cooling rates.展开更多
Branch angles are an important plant morphological trait affecting light interception within forest canopies.However,studies on branch angles have been limited due to the time-consuming nature of manual measurements u...Branch angles are an important plant morphological trait affecting light interception within forest canopies.However,studies on branch angles have been limited due to the time-consuming nature of manual measurements using a protractor.Terrestrial laser scanning(TLS),however,provides new opportunities to measure branch angles more efficiently.Despite this potential,studies validating branch angle measurements from TLS have been limited.Here,our aim is to evaluate both manual and automatic branch angle measurements of European beech from TLS data using traditional field-measurements with a protractor as a reference.We evaluated the accuracy of branch angle measurements based on four automated algorithms(aRchiQSM,TreeQSM,Laplacian,SemanticLaplacian)from TLS data.Additionally,we assessed different ways of manual branch angle measurements in the field.Our study was based on a dataset comprising 124 branch angles measured from six European beech in a European deciduous forest.Our results show that manual branch angle measurements from TLS data are in high agreement with the reference(root-mean-squared error,RMSE:[3.57°-4.18°],concordance correlation coefficient,CCC:[0.950.97])across different branch length positions.Automated algorithms also are in high agreement with the reference although RMSE is approximately twice as large compared to manual branch angle measurements from TLS(RMSE:[9.29°-10.55°],CCC:[0.830.86])with manual leaf points removal.When applying the automatic wood-leaf separation algorithm,the performance of the four methods declined significantly,with only approximately 20 branch angles successfully identified.Moreover,it is important to note that there is no influence of the measurement position(branch surface versus center)for branch angle measurements.However,for curved branches,the selection of branch measurement length significantly impacts the branch angle measurement.This study provides a comprehensive understanding of branch angle measurements in forests.We show that automated measurement methods based on TLS data of branch angles are a valuable tool to quantify branch angles at larger scales.展开更多
Background:Contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance neurography(ceMRN)can enhance brachial plexus visualization and quality of imaging.However,the interval between contrast injection and scanning that provides the highest...Background:Contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance neurography(ceMRN)can enhance brachial plexus visualization and quality of imaging.However,the interval between contrast injection and scanning that provides the highest-quality images is not known.Methods:Fifteen patients underwent brachial plexus imaging using the 3D T2-NerveView sequence with a scanning duration of 5 min.A consecutive six-phase scan was initiated immediately at the start of contrast agent injection.Subsequently,all patients'images were classified into six groups according to the phases:group A(phase 1,delay 0 min),group B(phase 2,delay 5 min),group C(phase 3,delay 10 min),group D(phase 4,delay 15 min),group E(phase 5,delay 20 min),and group F(phase 6,delay 25 min).The image quality in each group was assessed based on nerve signal(signalnerve),muscle signal(signalmuscle),lymph node signal(signallymph node),background noise(BN),signal-to-noise ratio(SNR),contrast-to-noise ratio(CNR),and subjective score.Results:Signalnerve,signalmuscle,BN,and SNR did not significantly differ among the six groups(p>0.05).However,significant differences(p<0.05)were observed in signallymph node(F=16.067),CNR(F=9.495),and subjective score(χ^(2)=23.586).As the scanning delay increased,signallymph node intensity gradually increased whereas the CNR gradually decreased.The subjective score was significantly higher in groups B(4.830.24),C(4.900.21),D(4.870.30),E(4.830.31),and F(4.830.31)than in group A(4.470.30).Conclusion:We recommend performing brachial plexus ceMRN 5 min after contrast injection.With this delay,the brachial plexus can be visualized optimally with minimal interference from background signals.展开更多
Welding quality of electron beam welded joint is usually susceptible to the stability of keyhole during welding process.The more stable the keyhole,the better the welding quality.To reveal the evolution mechanism of k...Welding quality of electron beam welded joint is usually susceptible to the stability of keyhole during welding process.The more stable the keyhole,the better the welding quality.To reveal the evolution mechanism of keyhole and welding quality of the electron beam welded joint of magnesium-gadolinium alloy under different scanning path,numerical simulation was conducted for the changes in morphology of keyhole and liquid flow in molten pool.The magnesium-gadolinium alloy was welded by electron beam in vacuum with two different scanning paths,sinusoid path and cochleoid path,indicating the identical heat input,welding speed,and focusing state.The stability of keyhole was mainly related to the frequency of keyhole collapse.When the sinusoid scanning path was adopted,the fluids both inside the molten pool and at keyhole wall were disorder,corresponding to the numerous independent vortices and dramatically chaotic flows at their junctions.The maximum velocity of fluids ranged from 0.79 m/s to 1.02 m/s.The average and maximum depth of keyhole were 3.48 mm and 4.51 mm,respectively,meaning that the keyhole collapsed frequently.As the scanning path was changed into cochleoid mode,the electron beam scanned in a homogeneous manner without abrupt change in direction and speed like sinusoid path at its peaks and troughs.The maximum velocity of fluids was more uniform without drastic variation,ranging from 0.90 m/s to 1.01 m/s.The average and maximum depth of keyhole were decreased to 3.30 mm and 4.05 mm,respectively,indicating the more stable keyhole and alleviated collapse.Both the actual in-situ capture of molten pool signature and porosity inside the weld corresponded to the analysis of the change in keyhole stability.展开更多
The correction of Light Detection and Ranging(LiDAR)intensity data is of great significance for enhancing its application value.However,traditional intensity correction methods based on Terrestrial Laser Scanning(TLS)...The correction of Light Detection and Ranging(LiDAR)intensity data is of great significance for enhancing its application value.However,traditional intensity correction methods based on Terrestrial Laser Scanning(TLS)technology rely on manual site setup to collect intensity training data at different distances and incidence angles,which is noisy and limited in sample quantity,restricting the improvement of model accuracy.To overcome this limitation,this study proposes a fine-grained intensity correction modeling method based on Mobile Laser Scanning(MLS)technology.The method utilizes the continuous scanning characteristics of MLS technology to obtain dense point cloud intensity data at various distances and incidence angles.Then,a fine-grained screening strategy is employed to accurately select distance-intensity and incidence angle-intensity modeling samples.Finally,based on these samples,a high-precision intensity correction model is established through polynomial fitting functions.To verify the effectiveness of the proposed method,comparative experiments were designed,and the MLS modeling method was validated against the traditional TLS modeling method on the same test set.The results show that on Test Set 1,where the distance values vary widely(i.e.,0.1–3 m),the intensity consistency after correction using the MLS modeling method reached 7.692 times the original intensity,while the traditional TLS modeling method only increased to 4.630 times the original intensity.On Test Set 2,where the incidence angle values vary widely(i.e.,0○–80○),the MLS modeling method,although with a relatively smaller advantage,still improved the intensity consistency to 3.937 times the original intensity,slightly better than the TLS modeling method’s 3.413 times.These results demonstrate the significant advantage of the modeling method proposed in this study in enhancing the accuracy of intensity correction models.展开更多
基金Foundation items： National High-tech Research and Development Program of China （2007AA03Z117） National Natural Science Foundation of China （50830201） Graduate Education Innovation Project of Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics of China （BCXJ09-01）.
文摘The active Lamb wave and piezoelectric transducer （PZT）-based structural health monitoring （SHM） technology is a kind of efficient approach to estimate the health state of aircraft structure. In practical applications, PZT networks are needed to monitor large scale structures. Scanning many of the different PZT actuator-sensor channels within these PZT networks to achieve on-line SHM task is important. Based on a peripheral component interconnect extensions for instrumentation （PXI） platform, an active Lamb wave and PZT network-based integrated multi-channel scanning system （PXI-ISS） is developed for the purpose of practical applications of SHM, which is compact and portable, and can scan large numbers of actuator-sensor channels and perform damage assessing automatically. A PXI-based 4 channels gain-programmable charge amplifier, an external scanning module with 276 actuator-sensor channels and integrated SHM software are proposed and discussed in detail. The experimental research on a carbon fiber composite wing box of an unmanned aerial vehicle （UAV） for verifying the functions of the PXI-ISS is mainly discussed, including the design of PZTs layer, the method of excitation frequency selection, functional test of damage imaging, stability test of the PXI-ISS, and the loading effect on signals. The experimental results have verified the stability and damage functions of this system.
基金supported by the National "Eleventh Five-Year" Forestry Support Program of China (No2006BAD03A1603)
文摘An ILRIS-36D 3-D laser image scanning system was used to monitor the Anjialing strip mine slope on Pingshuo in Shanxi province. The basic working principles, performance indexes, features and data collection and processing methods are illus-trated. The point cloud results are analyzed in detail. The rescale range analysis method was used to analyze the deformation char-acteristics of the slope. The results show that the trend of slope displacement is stable and that the degree of landslide danger is low. This work indicates that 3-D laser image scanning can supply multi-parameter, high precision real time data over long distances. These data can be used to study the distortion of the slope quickly and accurately.
文摘There should be high resolution demand that is better than 1000 DPI(dot per inch) for high precision image scanning system. This paper introduced the two-level computer controlled system that consisted of LS-3500 film scanner, AST386/33 monitoring control level and Intel 8031 single chip computer that is used as DDC level. The formula for scanning image data processing and methods of statistic parameters calculating are described.
文摘<div style="text-align:justify;"> In this work, a design of a compact optical MEMS-based lidar scanning system with a large field of view (FOV) and small distortion is presented. The scanning system applies an off-axis structure and the length of the system can be reduced to about 10 cm in an optimized way. Simulation results show that a large FOV is achieved under a uniform scanning scheme. In addition, the spot size less than 20 cm at distance of 100 m is also realized. The optical scanning system can be used for the vehicle-mounted Lidar. </div>
基金supported in part by project of National Key R&D Program of China(2018YFA0703304)National Natural Science Foundation of China(U1808217)+1 种基金Youth Program of National Natural Science Foundation of China(51905077)Liaoning Revitalization Talents Program(XLYC1807086)。
文摘Three-dimensional(3D)profile scanning plays a crucial role in the inspection of assembled large aircraft.In this paper,to achieve noncontact automatic measurements of the high-reflective profiles of large-scale curved parts and components,an automated noncontact system and method with high accuracy and high efficiency are presented.First,a hybrid 3D coordinate measurement system based on proximity sensors and cameras is proposed to obtain noncontact measurements while avoiding the influence of high reflection on the measurement accuracy.A hybrid measurement model that combines the one-dimensional distances measured by the proximity sensors and the 3D information obtained by cameras is proposed to determine high-accuracy 3D coordinates of the measured points.Then,a profile-driven 3D automated scanning method and strategy are designed to rapidly scan and reconstruct the profile within the effective range without scratching the profile or exceeding the measurement range of the proposed system.Finally,experiments and accuracy analyses are performed in situ on an assembled tailplane panel(approximately 1760 mm×460 mm).The automated scanning process is completed in a timeframe of 208s with an average error of less than 0.121 mm for profile reconstruction.Therefore,the proposed method is promising considering both the high accuracy and high efficiency requirements of profile inspections for large aircraft.
文摘The wMPS is a laser-based measurement system used for large scale metrology.However,it is susceptible to external factors such as vibrations,which can lead to unreliable measurements.This paper presents a fault diagnosis and separation method which can counter this problem.To begin with,the paper uses simple models to explain the fault diagnosis and separation methods.These methods are then mathematically derived using statistical analysis and the principles of the wMPS.A comprehensive solution for fault diagnosis and separation is proposed,considering the characteristics of the wMPS.The effectiveness of this solution is verified through experimental observations.It can be concluded that this approach can detect and separate false observations,thereby enhancing the reliability of the wMPS.
基金Supported by the Natural Science Foundation of China (69775022)the State High-Technology Development program of China(863 306ZT04 06 3)
文摘Instead of traditionally using a 3D physical model with many control points on it, a calibration plate with printed chess grid and movable along its normal direction is implemented to provide large area 3D control points with variable Z values. Experiments show that the approach presented is effective for reconstructing 3D color objects in computer vision system.
基金partially supported,by,the National Natural Science Foundation of China(11204226)the Fundamental Research Fundsfor,the Central Universities(K5051005006,K5051305002).
文摘Multifocal multiphoton microscopy(MMM)has greatly improved the utilization of excitationlight and imaging speed due to parallel multiphoton excitation of the samples and simultaneousdetection of the signals,which allows it to perform three-dimensional fast fuorescence imaging.Stochastic scanming can provide continuous,uniform and high-speed excitation of the sample,which makes it a suitable scanning scheme for MMM.In this paper,the graphical programminglanguage,LabVIEW is used to achieve stochastic scanning of the two-dimensional galvo scanmers by using white noise signals to control the a and y mirrors independently.Moreover,thestochastic scanning process is simulated by using Monte Carlo method.Our results show that MMM can avoid oversampling or subsampling in the scanning area and meet the requirements of uniform sampling by stochastically scanning the individual units of the N×N foci array.Therefore,continuous and umiform scaning in the whole field of view is implemented.
基金supported by the Science Committee of RK MES under the Grant No. AP05130525。
文摘This paper describes the development of an intelligent automated control system of a robot manipulator for plasma treatment of medical implants with complex shapes.The two-layer coatings from the Ti wire and hydroxyapatite powders are applied on the surface of Ti medical implants by microplasma spraying to increase the biocompatibility of implants.The coating process requires precise control of a number of parameters,particularly the plasma spray distance and plasma jet traverse velocity.Thus,the development of the robotic plasma surface treatment involves automated path planning.The key idea of the proposed intelligent automatic control system is the use of data of preliminary three-dimensional (3D) scanning of the processed implant by the robot manipulator.The segmentation algorithm of the point cloud from laser scanning of the surface is developed.This methodology is suitable for robotic 3D scanning systems with both non-contact laser distance sensors and video cameras,used in additive manufacturing and medicine.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.22272039)the Strategic Priority Research Program of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(No.XDB36000000)+1 种基金the Youth Program of the Liaoning Education Department(No.LJKQZ20222280)the Jilin Chinese Academy of Sciences-Yanshen Technology Co.,Ltd.
文摘The assembly behaviors of two low-symmetric carboxylic acid molecules(50-(6-carboxynaphthalen-2-yl)-[1,10:30,100-triphenyl]-3,400,5-tricarboxylic acid(CTTA)and 30,50-bis(6-carboxynaphthalen-2-yl)-[1,10-biphenyl]-3,5-dicarboxylic acid(BCBDA))containing naphthalene rings on graphite surfaces have been investigated using scanning tunneling microscopy(STM).The transformation of nanostructures induced by the second components(EDA and PEBP-C4)have been also examined.Both CTTA and BCBDA molecules self-assemble at the 1-heptanoic acid(HA)/HOPG interface,forming porous network structures.The dimer represents the most elementary building unit due to the formation of double hydrogen bonds.Moreover,the flipping of naphthalene ring results in the isomerization of BCBDA molecule.The introduction of carboxylic acid derivative EDA disrupts the dimer,which subsequently undergoes a structural conformation to form a novel porous structure.Furthermore,upon the addition of pyridine derivative PEBP-C4,N–H⋯O hydrogen bonds are the dominant forces driving the three coassembled structures.We have also conducted density functional theory(DFT)calculations to determine the molecular conformation and analyze the mechanisms underlying the formation of nanostructures.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.62275244,62375258,62225507,U2033211,62175230,and 62175232)the CAS Project for Young Scientists in Basic Research(No.YSBR-065)+2 种基金Scientific Instrument Developing Project of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(No.YJKYYQ20200001)National Key R&D Program of China(No.2022YFB3607800,No.2022YFB3605800,and No.2022YFB4601501)Key Program of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(ZDBS-ZRKJZ-TLC018)。
文摘The intrusion of obstacles onto railway tracks presents a significant threat to train safety,characterized by sudden and unpredictable occurrences.With China leading the world in high-speed rail mileage,ensuring railway security is paramount.The current laser monitoring technologies suffer from high false alarm rates and unreliable intrusion identification.This study addresses these issues by investigating high-resolution laser monitoring technology for railway obstacles,focusing on key parameters such as monitoring range and resolution.We propose an enhanced non-uniform laser scanning method,developing a laser monitoring system that reduces the obstacle false alarm rate to 2.00%,significantly lower than the 20%standard(TJ/GW135-2015).This rate is the best record for laser monitoring systems on China Railway.Our system operates seamlessly in all weather conditions,providing superior accuracy,resolution,and identification efficiency.It is the only 3D LiDAR system certified by the China State Railway Group Co.,Ltd.(Certificate No.[2023]008).Over three years,our system has been deployed at numerous points along various lines managed by the China State Railway Group,accumulating a dataset of 300,000 observations.This extensive deployment has significantly enhanced railway safety.The development and implementation of our railway laser monitoring system represent a substantial advancement in railway safety technology.Its low false alarm rate(2.00%),high accuracy(20 cm×20 cm×20 cm),and robust performance in diverse conditions underscore its potential for widespread adoption,promising to enhance railway safety in China and internationally.
基金supported by a characterization platform for advanced materials funded by the Korea Research Institute of Standards and Science(KRISS-2023-GP2023-0014)the KRISS(Korea Research Institute of Standards and Science)MPI Lab.program。
文摘To address climate change and promote environmental sustainability,electrochemical energy conversion and storage systems emerge as promising alternative to fossil fuels,catering to the escalating demand for energy.Achieving optimal energy efficiency and cost competitiveness in these systems requires the strategic design of electrocatalysts,coupled with a thorough comprehension of the underlying mechanisms and degradation behavior occurring during the electrocatalysis processes.Scanning electrochemical microscopy(SECM),an analytical technique for studying surface electrochemically,stands out as a powerful tool offering electrochemical insights.It possesses remarkable spatiotemporal resolution,enabling the visualization of the localized electrochemical activity and surface topography.This review compiles crucial research findings and recent breakthroughs in electrocatalytic processes utilizing the SECM methodology,specifically focusing on applications in electrolysis,fuel cells,and metal–oxygen batteries within the realm of energy conversion and storage systems.Commencing with an overview of each energy system,the review introduces the fundamental principles of SECM,and aiming to provide new perspectives and broadening the scope of applied research by describing the major research categories within SECM.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program(No.2023YFB3709900)the National Nature Science Foundation of China(No.U22A20171)+2 种基金China Baowu Low Carbon Metallurgy Innovation Foundation(No.BWLCF202315)the High Steel Center(HSC)at North China University of TechnologyUniversity of Science and Technology Beijing,China.
文摘The characteristics of nonmetallic inclusions formed during steel production have a significant influence on steel performance.In this paper,studies on inclusions using confocal scanning laser microscopy(CSLM)are reviewed and summarized,particularly the col-lision of various inclusions,dissolution of inclusions in liquid slag,and reactions between inclusions and steel.Solid inclusions exhibited a high collision tendency,whereas pure liquid inclusions exhibited minimal collisions because of the small attraction force induced by their<90°contact angle with molten steel.The collision of complex inclusions in molten steel was not included in the scope of this study and should be evaluated in future studies.Higher CaO/Al_(2)O_(3)and CaO/SiO_(2)ratios in liquid slag promoted the dissolution of Al_(2)O_(3)-based in-clusions.The formation of solid phases in the slag should be prevented to improve dissolution of inclusions.To accurately simulate the dissolution of inclusions in liquid slag,in-situ observation of the dissolution of inclusions at the steel-slag interface is necessary.Using a combination of CSLM and scanning electron microscopy-energy dispersive spectroscopy,the composition and morphological evolution of the inclusions during their modification by the dissolved elements in steel were observed and analyzed.Although the in-situ observa-tion of MnS and TiN precipitations has been widely studied,the in-situ observation of the evolution of oxide inclusions in steel during so-lidification and heating processes has rarely been reported.The effects of temperature,heating and cooling rates,and inclusion character-istics on the formation of acicular ferrites(AFs)have been widely studied.At a cooling rate of 3-5 K/s,the order of AF growth rate in-duced by different inclusions,as reported in literature,is Ti-O<Ti-Ca-Zr-Al-O<Mg-O<Ti-Zr-Al-O<Mn-Ti-Al-O<Ti-Al-O<Zr-Ti-Al-O.Further comprehensive experiments are required to investigate the quantitative relationship between the formation of AFs and inclusions.
基金supported by Independent Research Project of State Key Laboratory of Advanced Special Steel,Shanghai Key Laboratory of Advanced Ferrometallurgy,Shanghai University(SKLASS-2023-Z13)the Science and Technology Commission of Shanghai Municipality(No.19DZ2270200)+1 种基金A portion of the work was performed at US National High Magnetic Field Laboratory,which is supported by the National Science Foundation(Cooperative Agreement No.DMR-1157490 and DMR-1644779)the State of Florida.Thanks also to Mary Tyler for editing.
文摘The high-temperature dissolution behavior of primary carbides in samples taken from GCr15 continuous-casting bloom was observed in-situ by confocal laser scanning microscopy.Equations were fitted to the dissolution kinetics of primary carbides during either heating or soaking.Dissolution of carbides proceeded in three stages(fast→slow→faster)as either temperature or holding time was increased.During the heating process and during the first and third stages of the soaking process,the original size of the carbides determined the steepness of the slope,but during the middle(“slow”)stage of the soaking process,the slope remained zero.The initial size of the carbides varied greatly,but their final dissolution temperature fell within the narrow range of 1210-1235℃,and the holding time remained within 50 min.Fractal analysis was used to study the morphological characteristics of small and medium-sized carbides during the dissolution process.According to changes in the fractal dimension before and after soaking,the carbides tended to evolve towards a more regular morphology.
基金supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52176122).
文摘The centroid coordinate serves as a critical control parameter in motion systems,including aircraft,missiles,rockets,and drones,directly influencing their motion dynamics and control performance.Traditional methods for centroid measurement often necessitate custom equipment and specialized positioning devices,leading to high costs and limited accuracy.Here,we present a centroid measurement method that integrates 3D scanning technology,enabling accurate measurement of centroid across various types of objects without the need for specialized positioning fixtures.A theoretical framework for centroid measurement was established,which combined the principle of the multi-point weighing method with 3D scanning technology.The measurement accuracy was evaluated using a designed standard component.Experimental results demonstrate that the discrepancies between the theoretical and the measured centroid of a standard component with various materials and complex shapes in the X,Y,and Z directions are 0.003 mm,0.009 mm,and 0.105 mm,respectively,yielding a spatial deviation of 0.106 mm.Qualitative verification was conducted through experimental validation of three distinct types.They confirmed the reliability of the proposed method,which allowed for accurate centroid measurements of various products without requiring positioning fixtures.This advancement significantly broadened the applicability and scope of centroid measurement devices,offering new theoretical insights and methodologies for the measurement of complex parts and systems.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.52274339,52174321,52074186,and 52104337)Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province(Grant No.BK20231317)China Baowu Low-Carbon Metallurgy Innovation Fund(Grant No.BWLCF202108).
文摘To investigate the nucleation behavior during the single-phased metallic solidification process,the commercial ultrapure ferritic stainless steels with no(Initial steel)and various melt treatments(R1,MR1,Y2,MY1,and M1 steels)were used to carry out the differential scanning colorimetry(DSC)and high-temperature confocal laser scanning microscope(HT-CLSM)experiments.Based on the results of DSC experiments,the equilibrium solidification process as well as the relationship among the critical undercooling degree(△T_(c)^(DSC)),latent heat of fusion/crystallization(△H_(f)/△H_(c)),equiaxed grain ratio(ER),and average grain size(△_(ave)^(ingot))was revealed.ER is increased with the decreasing△T_(c)^(DSC)and increasing△H_(f)/△H_(c);however,△_(ave)^(ingot)is decreased with them.Referring to the results of HT-CLSM experiments,the average sizes of micro-/macrostructures(d_(ave)/D_(ave)/)are decreased with the increasing cooling rate,as well as the difference between and apparent critical undercooling degree(△T_(c)^(CLSM))was revealed.The heterogeneous nucleation of the crystal nuclei occurs only if△T_(c)^(CLSM)>△T_(c)^(DSC).Combining with the interfacial wetting-lattice mismatch heterogeneous nucleation model,the dynamic mechanism of the metallic solidification was revealed.The as-cast grains of the melt-treated samples were obviously refined,owing to the much higher actual heterogeneous nucleation rates(I_(heter.,i))obtained through melt treatments,and the heterogeneous nucleation rates(I_(heter.,ij))for all samples are increased with the cooling rates,firmly confirming that the as-cast grains of each sample could be refined by the increasing cooling rates.
基金supported by the Chinese Scholarship Council under Grant 202106910006.
文摘Branch angles are an important plant morphological trait affecting light interception within forest canopies.However,studies on branch angles have been limited due to the time-consuming nature of manual measurements using a protractor.Terrestrial laser scanning(TLS),however,provides new opportunities to measure branch angles more efficiently.Despite this potential,studies validating branch angle measurements from TLS have been limited.Here,our aim is to evaluate both manual and automatic branch angle measurements of European beech from TLS data using traditional field-measurements with a protractor as a reference.We evaluated the accuracy of branch angle measurements based on four automated algorithms(aRchiQSM,TreeQSM,Laplacian,SemanticLaplacian)from TLS data.Additionally,we assessed different ways of manual branch angle measurements in the field.Our study was based on a dataset comprising 124 branch angles measured from six European beech in a European deciduous forest.Our results show that manual branch angle measurements from TLS data are in high agreement with the reference(root-mean-squared error,RMSE:[3.57°-4.18°],concordance correlation coefficient,CCC:[0.950.97])across different branch length positions.Automated algorithms also are in high agreement with the reference although RMSE is approximately twice as large compared to manual branch angle measurements from TLS(RMSE:[9.29°-10.55°],CCC:[0.830.86])with manual leaf points removal.When applying the automatic wood-leaf separation algorithm,the performance of the four methods declined significantly,with only approximately 20 branch angles successfully identified.Moreover,it is important to note that there is no influence of the measurement position(branch surface versus center)for branch angle measurements.However,for curved branches,the selection of branch measurement length significantly impacts the branch angle measurement.This study provides a comprehensive understanding of branch angle measurements in forests.We show that automated measurement methods based on TLS data of branch angles are a valuable tool to quantify branch angles at larger scales.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.82302173).
文摘Background:Contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance neurography(ceMRN)can enhance brachial plexus visualization and quality of imaging.However,the interval between contrast injection and scanning that provides the highest-quality images is not known.Methods:Fifteen patients underwent brachial plexus imaging using the 3D T2-NerveView sequence with a scanning duration of 5 min.A consecutive six-phase scan was initiated immediately at the start of contrast agent injection.Subsequently,all patients'images were classified into six groups according to the phases:group A(phase 1,delay 0 min),group B(phase 2,delay 5 min),group C(phase 3,delay 10 min),group D(phase 4,delay 15 min),group E(phase 5,delay 20 min),and group F(phase 6,delay 25 min).The image quality in each group was assessed based on nerve signal(signalnerve),muscle signal(signalmuscle),lymph node signal(signallymph node),background noise(BN),signal-to-noise ratio(SNR),contrast-to-noise ratio(CNR),and subjective score.Results:Signalnerve,signalmuscle,BN,and SNR did not significantly differ among the six groups(p>0.05).However,significant differences(p<0.05)were observed in signallymph node(F=16.067),CNR(F=9.495),and subjective score(χ^(2)=23.586).As the scanning delay increased,signallymph node intensity gradually increased whereas the CNR gradually decreased.The subjective score was significantly higher in groups B(4.830.24),C(4.900.21),D(4.870.30),E(4.830.31),and F(4.830.31)than in group A(4.470.30).Conclusion:We recommend performing brachial plexus ceMRN 5 min after contrast injection.With this delay,the brachial plexus can be visualized optimally with minimal interference from background signals.
基金financially supported by China National Postdoctoral Program for Innovative Talents(BX20230269)National Key R&D Program of China(2022YFB4600800)Fundamental Research Funds for The Central Universities(2042024kf0015).
文摘Welding quality of electron beam welded joint is usually susceptible to the stability of keyhole during welding process.The more stable the keyhole,the better the welding quality.To reveal the evolution mechanism of keyhole and welding quality of the electron beam welded joint of magnesium-gadolinium alloy under different scanning path,numerical simulation was conducted for the changes in morphology of keyhole and liquid flow in molten pool.The magnesium-gadolinium alloy was welded by electron beam in vacuum with two different scanning paths,sinusoid path and cochleoid path,indicating the identical heat input,welding speed,and focusing state.The stability of keyhole was mainly related to the frequency of keyhole collapse.When the sinusoid scanning path was adopted,the fluids both inside the molten pool and at keyhole wall were disorder,corresponding to the numerous independent vortices and dramatically chaotic flows at their junctions.The maximum velocity of fluids ranged from 0.79 m/s to 1.02 m/s.The average and maximum depth of keyhole were 3.48 mm and 4.51 mm,respectively,meaning that the keyhole collapsed frequently.As the scanning path was changed into cochleoid mode,the electron beam scanned in a homogeneous manner without abrupt change in direction and speed like sinusoid path at its peaks and troughs.The maximum velocity of fluids was more uniform without drastic variation,ranging from 0.90 m/s to 1.01 m/s.The average and maximum depth of keyhole were decreased to 3.30 mm and 4.05 mm,respectively,indicating the more stable keyhole and alleviated collapse.Both the actual in-situ capture of molten pool signature and porosity inside the weld corresponded to the analysis of the change in keyhole stability.
基金supported in part by the National Natural Science Foundation of China under grant number 31901239funded by Researchers Supporting Project Number(RSPD2025R947),King Saud University,Riyadh,Saudi Arabia.
文摘The correction of Light Detection and Ranging(LiDAR)intensity data is of great significance for enhancing its application value.However,traditional intensity correction methods based on Terrestrial Laser Scanning(TLS)technology rely on manual site setup to collect intensity training data at different distances and incidence angles,which is noisy and limited in sample quantity,restricting the improvement of model accuracy.To overcome this limitation,this study proposes a fine-grained intensity correction modeling method based on Mobile Laser Scanning(MLS)technology.The method utilizes the continuous scanning characteristics of MLS technology to obtain dense point cloud intensity data at various distances and incidence angles.Then,a fine-grained screening strategy is employed to accurately select distance-intensity and incidence angle-intensity modeling samples.Finally,based on these samples,a high-precision intensity correction model is established through polynomial fitting functions.To verify the effectiveness of the proposed method,comparative experiments were designed,and the MLS modeling method was validated against the traditional TLS modeling method on the same test set.The results show that on Test Set 1,where the distance values vary widely(i.e.,0.1–3 m),the intensity consistency after correction using the MLS modeling method reached 7.692 times the original intensity,while the traditional TLS modeling method only increased to 4.630 times the original intensity.On Test Set 2,where the incidence angle values vary widely(i.e.,0○–80○),the MLS modeling method,although with a relatively smaller advantage,still improved the intensity consistency to 3.937 times the original intensity,slightly better than the TLS modeling method’s 3.413 times.These results demonstrate the significant advantage of the modeling method proposed in this study in enhancing the accuracy of intensity correction models.
