Industrial X-ray systems

X-ray CT scanner

RadalyX – robotic, mobile X-ray tomograph

RadalyX is a state-of-the-art robotic CT scanner that redefines imaging flexibility and precision. Equipped with two synchronised six-axis robotic arms – one holding an X-ray tube and the other a high-resolution detector – it moves freely around objects, capturing unparalleled detail from every angle. Unlike conventional scanners, RadalyX adapts smoothly to complex shapes and sizes, making it ideal for inspecting advanced composite materials. Whether using X-rays or ultrasonic probes, this system delivers superior imaging quality for industries that demand the highest quality non-destructive testing.

RadalyX – features

Flexible inspection of large structures; robots can be freely installed and calibrated within the facility.
Portable yet sensitive photon-counting detectors for the highest quality high-resolution imaging (55 µm or better).
A variety of imaging technologies for different types of samples
X-ray spectral imaging for material identification
Laser surface profiling
Unlimited rotational movement and almost unlimited scanning location options.
Ability to scan only areas of interest (ROI).
2D and 3D scanning in a single measurement, tomosynthesis and CT scanning modes with any path.
Detection of even the smallest defects measuring several dozen micrometres.
Inspection of hard-to-reach areas and irregular structures from different angles.

Technical and application possibilities
Computed tomography and robotic synthesis

Robots enable the measurement of 3D images using computed tomography and robosynthesis. Robosynthesis is a combination of different computed tomography methods that are used depending on the requirements for size, shape and other parameters of the scanned sample. Methods commonly used in X-ray inspection are usually limited in terms of the size or shape of the object. ROBOTS OVERCOME THESE LIMITATIONS. The robotic system can also be equipped with a seventh axis (rails), which allows the reach of the robot arm to be increased almost without limitation.

Sharpening at a selected depth

The flexibility of the robot also allows X-ray images to be focused at different depths. We introduce different tomosynthesis scanning trajectories to obtain depth information when accessibility is limited. The images obtained have correct absolute dimensions at all depth sections of the object. Due to the limited range of angles, the depth resolution is not as good as with full CT. Therefore, we describe this method rather as a way of ‘focusing the X-ray image to a selected depth’. Full depth data is measured during a single scan, and the focused depth is easily selected in the visualisation.
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Inspection of curved surfaces

The robotic imaging system is equipped with a laser distance meter as standard. It is used by the system to map the shape of the sample before measurement. This information is used to navigate the robots around the sample to avoid collisions. It can also be used to automatically control the trajectory of the robots so that, for example, they maintain a constant distance from and angle to the surface. This can be observed, for example, on a curved honeycomb sample, where all the cells of the honeycomb are displayed perpendicularly. In the case of contact methods, robotic arms are also able to maintain constant pressure on the sample surface.