TomoView

TomoViewIt is a PC based software used for designing detection programs, collecting data, and displaying ultrasound signals. Due to its great flexibility in configuring ultrasound parameters and the ability to display different types of views, this software can be used in many applications ranging from industry to research.

The design purpose of TomoView software is to be used in conjunction with multiple Olympus phased array (PA) or conventional ultrasound (UT) instruments for data acquisition in ultrasound testing applications. Its flexible and versatile performance allows users to choose the most appropriate detection configuration based on specific application requirements.

Acquisition unit that can use TomoView software

· TomoScan FOCUS LT ™

·TomoScan FOCUS LT (rack mounted)

· MultiScan MS 5800

· OmniScan MX2 PA & UT

· OmniScan MX PA & UT

TomoView software is compatible with Microsoft Windows, XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7, and can run effectively on standard laptops as well as high-end desktop workstations. It can handle large capacity data files (with a maximum capacity of 2 GB).

Multiple technical management

TomoView has advanced performance that utilizes multiple technologies simultaneously, allowing for conventional UT, phased array (pulse echo, one transmitter one receiver or penetration), and TOFD acquisition. When using TomoView for ultrasound testing applications, users can create unique testing configurations that are most suitable for their own applications in their own way.

Powerful design and data collection software

Highly flexible phased array configuration

The TomoView Advanced Calculator is an essential and powerful component of the TomoView software suite. This calculator can utilize pre programmed wedge, probe, and material information in its database to conveniently and accurately configure angle sound beams and focusing points for 1D linear array, 1D circular array, and 2-D rectangular array probes.

The advanced calculator can be used to set fan-shaped, linear, and depth scanning focus rules for flat and circular materials, supports dynamic depth focus (DDF), and can also be used to generate OmniScan compatible focus rule files (. law).

In addition, users can use the final image display of the sound beam and angle sound beam as an important verification tool. The 'Sound Field Simulation Module' is an optional feature that provides simulated images of spatial scattering areas in 2-D or 3-D views.

TomoScan FOCUS LT can make TomoView more powerful

When used in conjunction with Olympus' FOCUS LT, TomoView software will become even more powerful. The enhanced performance is as follows:

• By using FOCUS LT 64:128 and 64:64 modules, each focusing rule can contain up to 64 chips, thereby improving the performance of 2-D matrix probes and 2-D twin matrix probes in defect definition, material penetration, and flexibility.
• Advanced R-O configuration with the ability to transmit pulses and receive signals using different chip configurations.
• For applications that require high-speed detection, a higher PRF can be provided.
• Equipped with DDF (Dynamic Depth Focusing) function, it can provide significantly improved resolution while maintaining optimal detection speed.
• Up to 5 gates can be used (1 synchronous gate, 4 detection gates).
• By using TomoView, it is possible to manage up to 3 FOCUS LT units connected in parallel, resulting in a threefold increase in acquisition speed.

Advanced Display Configuration Tool

Fully configurable views and readings

TomoView has strong flexibility in creating layouts as it allows for comprehensive configuration of view display and reading. Each set of views retains its own content configuration and is easily transferred to other views before being saved to the layout group. Users can access layout groups at any time through TomoView Manager.

Users can create their own readings

In addition to providing various readings, all of these readings can also be easily exported to Microsoft Excel, processed through custom calculation methods, and then exported back to TomoView. Through this method, users can create custom readings and import them directly into the TomoView interface.

Convenient and fast settings modification and multi group layout management

The TomoView Manager can be said to be the most useful TomoView component, as it allows users to quickly and conveniently access the most commonly used commands.

It can not only quickly add, delete, and modify groups, but also easily switch between different groups and gates. The interface it provides can also easily change the overall gain, A-scan, and gate parameters.

A layout that can be flexibly and comprehensively configured is a fundamental component of TomoView. These layouts allow users to see data presented in different forms, thus better meeting their application needs.

The standard configuration of TomoView includes multiple sets of very useful pre-defined sections. In addition, TomoView software allows users to create custom layouts, modify and save these layouts during the detection and analysis process, and import layouts for quick retrieval. Individual views can also be customized through context menus, further enhancing the flexibility of managing multiple layouts.

Flexible setting optimization tool

Trigger sequencer tool

Phantom waves caused by high PRF

Interspaced scanning of sound beams can eliminate phantom waves

In some applications, to achieve the highest detection speed, it is necessary to enhance the focusing effect in the configuration. In this case, the TomoView trigger sequencer module can help users change the order in which the focusing rules are triggered. This can reduce the phantom waves caused by it.

Dynamic Depth Focusing (DDF)

The left image shows Dynamic Depth Focusing (DDF), and the right image shows Standard Focusing.

Dynamic depth focusing (DDF) technology dynamically changes the formation of the sound beam when receiving signals to achieve higher resolution, thereby improving the resolution of displayed defects while maintaining optimal detection speed.

Condition A scan

The condition A scan function allows A scan to be recorded only when an alarm is triggered. In this way, A-scan will only appear in the areas where A-scan information is most needed, allowing users to detect larger areas in a single detection.

The most advanced analysis tool in the industry

TomoView is not only a powerful design and data collection software, but also includes the most advanced analysis tools developed by Olympus NDT, allowing users to gain a deeper understanding of the collected data. Therefore, it can be said that TomoView is an ideal partner for users in the analysis and reporting process.

Whether for simple defect quantification and report production, or for more in-depth analysis, TomoView can enable users to complete these operations as desired. Not only that, its more flexible and comprehensive design concept makes this software extremely powerful in other aspects as well.

Unprecedented powerful performance

TomoView 2.10 software has added many new features and is currently the best tool for users to conduct more in-depth analysis.

The maximum data file storage capacity has increased to 2 GB, allowing users to merge data from multiple files together and more effectively analyze data from larger surfaces.

Performing volume fusion processing on multiple volume views in combination display can improve the display effect of data and enhance analysis efficiency.

Advanced Algorithm

TomoView 2.10 comes with advanced analysis algorithms that allow for more manipulation of the collected data.

The powerful noise analysis performance can quantify the signal-to-noise ratio and obtain more detailed information about the detection conditions.

Comprehensive matrix filter performance can display C-scan data more clearly in noisy environments.

Fusion of data files

TomoView's data file fusion function can merge multiple data files into a single file, and then analyze these files simultaneously, greatly improving analysis efficiency.

TomoView 2.10 can increase the storage capacity of each data file to 2 GB, allowing for the fusion of more data files in a single file compared to before.

C-scan fusion

The C-scan fusion function can fuse data points from different C-scans in a single C-scan. The maximum or minimum wave amplitudes detected on different C-scans or the locations of these wave amplitudes will be retained.

Volume fusion

The TomoView volume fusion function can fuse different sound beams in a single group, which can clearly represent the entire inspected workpiece and facilitate the analysis of defect indications.

When spatial coverage occurs, the maximum wave amplitude is retained. Therefore, the fusion view displays all detected defect indications without considering the initial defect indication direction.

Please note that the displayed defect indication may vary depending on the resolution used in the fused view.

Matrix filter

Matrix filter tools can be used to reduce noise in C-scan data by processing data points using surrounding points. Matrix filters are particularly useful when analyzing composite material workpieces with high noise levels, as they can display data more clearly when analyzing data files with high noise levels.

Signal to Noise Ratio Tool

TomoView includes a Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR) feature. Users can use SNR analysis tools to evaluate the noise level in the reference area of the C-scan view, and then calculate the defect indication surface area above the noise.

The SNR function appears in the analysis mode of Lite Aero version. The SNR function is used for zero degree detection and is typically suitable for detecting workpieces in the aerospace industry. This function can be used in the top view (C), wave amplitude, and position C-scan view.

Offline data optimization

The software C-scan editor can now edit custom geometric shape materials based on the raw collected data, so that users can customize the areas where defects are expected to be detected during the analysis process, greatly improving the flexibility of complex geometric shape material detection applications.

Binary tool

Binary tools can convert collected data into a "good/bad" view differentiated by color, allowing for simple analysis of data files for qualification or defect.

This tool is particularly useful in applications that require visual analysis of collected data during the detection process.

Convenient report production tool

Creating reports in TomoView has now become simple and easy to implement. Use the area tool to add defect indications. Select the defect report template you want to use, and then click "Add" to easily add new readings and comments to the report. This step can be repeated for all relevant defect indications.

It is also easy to change the company logo and add specific inspection information, such as operator name, location, workpiece, etc. In this way, a complete HTML report containing all relevant detection settings can be created within seconds.

After the report is created, the defect report is automatically saved to one R01 file for future upload to TomoView.

Integrate flexible software

The design purpose of TomoView software is to serve as a flexible and adaptable tool that meets the needs of users to complete various applications. In today's rapidly changing world of inspection requirements, in order to make TomoView suitable for various inspection applications, we have created NDT remote control library and NDT data access library for it. TomoView software is an ideal partner for users to complete detection applications.

The NDT remote control library and NDT data access library are both based on COM interfaces. This interface can be used in different software environments, such as: Microsoft Visual C++、Microsoft Visual Basic、LabVIEW、C#、MATLAB， Use relevant functions.

Create the most suitable application for the specific needs of users

TomoView software combines the flexibility of NDT remote control library with the practicality of NDT data access library, making it an essential tool for users to create application settings.

TomoView software and these two libraries are ideal tools for creating flexible inspection systems for detecting train wheels and axles.

Photo taken from SCLEAD (Chengdu Leading Technology Co., Ltd.)

The powerful suspension scanner can be connected to TomoView software and the aforementioned control and access libraries to detect components with complex geometric shapes.

Photo taken from Marietta NDT

Due to the increase in data file storage capacity to 2 GB and the addition of Condition A scanning performance, the detection of oversized workpieces can be completed without the need for multiple data acquisitions.

Photo taken from CEGELEC

NDT Data Access Library (DATALIB)

NDT Data Access Library is a software development package that allows users to read data files when completing custom detection applications. This data access library is particularly useful in applications that require the use of Olympus instruments with custom programs to display and process collected data.

The data file access library has a high-level ability to access data, which can usually avoid users dealing with the complex structure of data files. It is also easy to read data and parameters related to data interpretation, such as beam refraction angle, sound velocity, delay, offset, etc.

Directly accessing stored data

The NDT data access library can directly access the raw collected data from the source data file, which helps users regain the amplitude, position, and thickness values obtained during the collection process.

By using NDT data to access the library, users can also retrieve the most important detection parameters, which can be processed and displayed according to specific requirements.

NDT Remote Control Library (RCLIB)

The NDT remote control library is a software development package that allows users to develop special user interfaces for automatic detection using Olympus NDT instruments (phased array or conventional UT). The control library installed on the external computer can directly control the TomoView software, providing various detection and analysis possibilities in detection and analysis mode.

Create a custom program to control TomoView

Users can use the NDT remote control library to create custom programs for sending remote commands to TomoView. These instructions not only optimize the processing, but also enable quick modification of settings.

Remote commands can be issued from a local or remote computer. RCLIB provides users with an open access method for the most commonly used functions in the collection and analysis mode.

Embedding TomoView into Custom Programs

The TomoView window can be directly embedded into any custom framework, allowing users to create a custom interface in the area where the TomoView is to be embedded. By clicking on the TomoView window, users can directly access this interface.

TomoView display has super flexibility, allowing users to embed only the window containing the data to be displayed into the program, making the embedding operation seamless.

Retrieve real-time data directly from TomoView

The NDT remote control library can be used to directly access real-time collected data, allowing for customized processing or storage operations on raw data.

This feature can also be used to create custom alarm triggering conditions that can be easily connected to system components.

technical specifications

Summary of TomoView Features

	function	OmniPC (3.1)	TomoView Analysis	TomoView Inspection	TomoVIEWER
Standard Analysis	ray tracing	✔
	Offline selection of peak values within the gate	✔	✔
	Metric and American units	✔	✔	✔	✔
	Multiple group combination display	✔	✔	✔	✔
	View TOFD group	✔	✔	✔	✔
	Combination display of phased array and TOFD	✔	✔	✔	✔
	Zoom in and restore view	✔	✔	✔	✔
	Pre defined weld seam coverage display	✔	✔	✔
	Optional information group (reading)	✔	✔	✔
	Offline TOFD calibration	✔	✔	✔
	Offline Direct Wave (LW) synchronization	✔	✔	✔
	Offline gate adjustment	✔	✔	✔
	Offline software C-scan	✔	✔	✔
	Display and edit defect reports	✔	✔	✔
	Add/delete entries in defect report	✔	✔	✔
	Export defect report to. txt file	✔	✔	✔
	Built in report generation tool (customizable)	✔	✔	✔
	Modify/Create Color Palette	✔	✔	✔
Advanced analytics	Conversion tool for converting OmniScan files to TomoView files		✔	✔	✔
	Volume fusion tool (automatic or manual)		✔	✔	✔
	Software gain adjustment		✔	✔	✔
	Layout creation		✔	✔
	Save custom layout		✔	✔
	Display custom weld overlay (. dxf)		✔	✔
	Display rebound sound path (reflection)		✔	✔
	Display polarity coordinate graph		✔	✔
	Regional tools for statistical measurement		✔	✔
	3D cursor		✔	✔
	Open multiple files simultaneously		✔	✔
	Data file fusion tool		✔	✔
	C-scan fusion tool		✔	✔
	Offline A-scan synchronization		✔	✔
	Offline TOFD Direct Wave (LW) Delete		✔	✔
	Offline calibration of scanning/stepping/sound path axis		✔	✔
	Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR) Analysis Tool		✔	✔
	Hysteresis correction		✔	✔
	Export the data group to a. txt file		✔	✔
	FFT calculation		✔	✔
	Data exchange through Microsoft Excel		✔	✔
	Sound Field Simulation (AFiSiMO)		✔	✔
TV control	data acquisition			✔

version

TomoView has three different versions:

• TomoView Inspection (Analysis and Inspection)
• TomoView Analysis
• TomoView LITE Weld and Aero (Analysis)

Minimum requirements for computers
operating system	Microsoft Windows XP Pro with SP3 Microsoft Windows Vista Microsoft Windows 7
processor	Pentium IV
RAM	2 GB
disk space	2 GB
Display and video card	The resolution is 1280 × 1024 or higher. 16 bit color display, supporting DirectX technology.