Abstract of the Offer
Taraz Metrology delivers fully automated, high-resolution optical inspection systems for advanced manufacturing. Powered by AI, our system enables fast, traceable, full-part measurement and smart feature detection. Ideal for space sector R&D and production, it supports material validation, process development, and in-line quality assurance in complex, high-spec components.
Description
This technology is a high-resolution, non-contact optical metrology system designed to automate the inspection and analysis of surface and form characteristics on manufactured components. It performs full-field 3D surface measurement and geometric analysis, capturing detailed spatial data across large parts in seconds, without the need for physical contact, alignment tooling, or complex setup procedures.
Functions it performs:
- Captures 3D topographical data of a component’s surface, including height variations, roughness, and waviness.
- Measures geometric features such as flatness, parallelism, curvature, and deviations from design tolerances.
- Detects surface anomalies, form distortions, or defects that may arise during manufacturing or post-processing.
- Provides traceable data outputs compatible with quality documentation and regulatory reporting.
- Supports automated classification and interpretation of measurements using integrated analysis software.
Enabling technical concept:
The system combines structured optical projection with high-resolution imaging and AI-based computational analysis. A patterned light source is projected onto the surface of the part, and deformation in the reflected pattern is recorded using calibrated cameras. These optical signals are then processed using advanced algorithms to reconstruct the 3D shape of the surface at high spatial resolution.
Artificial intelligence is applied to enhance feature recognition, filter measurement noise, and intelligently classify form and surface characteristics. The system architecture is modular and optimized for integration into automated environments such as robotic inspection cells or cleanroom testing stations. It supports seamless data logging, comparison against CAD models, and real-time feedback for process control or R&D studies.
Potential applications:
This technology is well-suited to both research and industrial applications where precise surface and form validation is essential. Its non-contact nature makes it particularly appropriate for high-value, delicate, or lightweight components, where conventional tactile methods may be impractical or damaging.
In the space sector, potential applications include:
- Validation of structural components such as satellite panels, composite enclosures, and structural frames where surface accuracy and flatness are critical to performance.
- Inspection of propulsion and fluid system parts, including housings, nozzles, or manifolds requiring internal and external form compliance.
- Optics and sensor alignment validation where precise geometric placement is required for system performance.
- Additive manufacturing process development, where in-process measurement of surface quality and layer deformation can guide design iterations and process parameter optimisation.
- Post-environmental testing assessment, such as dimensional checks following vibration, vacuum, or thermal cycling exposure.
The system is equally applicable in space-related research and prototyping environments, offering a tool for rapid design validation, reverse engineering, and feedback-driven development of next-generation components.
By digitising and automating surface and form inspection, this technology supports the increasing need for traceable, high-resolution measurement solutions in advanced space system development and manufacturing.
Advantages and Innovations
Taraz Metrology’s technology offers a step change in how high-precision components are inspected and validated. The system provides fully automated, high-resolution optical metrology that delivers traceable, full-surface and form measurements within seconds. It is specifically designed to address the limitations of traditional contact-based and point-sample inspection methods still widely used in advanced manufacturing and R&D.
Key innovations include:
- AI-powered feature recognition: The system automatically identifies and classifies critical surface and geometric features such as waviness, edge defects, and dimensional deviations—without manual input.
- Full-field, non-contact 3D scanning: Entire parts are measured in one pass with traceable outputs, eliminating the need for destructive testing or manual alignment.
- Automated operation: The system can be deployed in-line or in lab environments with minimal setup, significantly reducing the need for skilled operators and increasing repeatability.
- Compact, low-maintenance hardware: Designed for easy integration into cleanrooms or production lines, with no moving parts on the surface being inspected.
Quantified advantages over legacy systems:
- Up to 1800× faster than contact-based or CMM techniques (e.g., 2 seconds vs. 1 hour per part).
- 10× cost reduction by minimising labour time, rework, and scrap.
- 5× more accurate than typical optical systems, enabling sub-micron surface detail detection.
- Zero-contact, zero-mass inspection is ideal for delicate or high-value components used in space systems.
This technology is particularly suited to space applications where lightweight structures, complex geometries, and strict tolerances must be validated quickly and non-destructively. It supports both R&D (e.g., material validation, process tuning) and production environments by enabling smart, high-throughput inspection without compromising on measurement traceability or resolution.