Surface inspection with AI technology

Artificial intelligence helps to reliably detect even the smallest defects in real time when inspecting surfaces. Surface defects can still be measured where conventional inspection methods reach their limits.

In modern manufacturing, flawlessly painted and coated surfaces are crucial for product quality. However, conventional inspection methods often reach their limits, especially when it comes to detecting the smallest defects. This is where Data Spree's innovative surface inspection system, which is based on advanced AI technology, comes in.

The system uses high-resolution cameras and specialized lighting techniques to reliably detect and localize typical surface defects such as pimples or scratches, but also very difficult optical deviations such as inclusions below the surface. Thanks to deep learning algorithms, these defects are identified and classified in real time, enabling an immediate response in the production process. The system can also be used for complex component geometries and free-form surfaces for exterior and interior parts.

The graphical user interface offers a live view of the camera system, automatic defect display and marking as well as detailed information and statistics. This enables continuous monitoring and optimization of the production process and provides full traceability to the customer. This improves supplier rankings and ensures competitiveness for the future.

By automatically detecting surface defects in less than 100 milliseconds, the system speeds up processes without interrupting the production flow. This leads to a significant increase in efficiency and helps to set new quality standards. With a detection accuracy for defect sizes down to <1mm, even the most challenging defect patterns and complex surfaces can be inspected precisely. This makes the Data Spree inspection solution many times more precise and faster than alternative systems.

The AI-based solution from Data Spree can be flexibly integrated into various manufacturing processes. Whether fully automated inline inspections or semi-automated inspection processes to support employees - the system adapts to the specific requirements of any production environment.

The integration of the Data Spree surface inspection system greatly reduces the workload for quality assurance staff and significantly reduces the amount of work involved. Manual inspection processes can even be completely eliminated, for example through automatic inline inspection. AI-based automatic surface inspection is precise, reliable and process-safe - without any signs of fatigue in 24/7 operation. It automatically detects 100% of surface defects, enabling not only maximum production quality, but also significant cost savings and high productivity.

The AI-based optical inspection of high-gloss surfaces not only offers obvious advantages, but also points the way forward for painting and coating processes in production. The adaptation of these new technologies will determine competitiveness in the production of the future. (OM-8/24)