API Dynamic 9D LADAR
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The API Dynamic 9D LADAR is a high-speed, non-contact measurement system using Optical Frequency Chirping Interferometry (OFCI) to capture dimensional and surface geometry data in real time. Available as LD-8, LD-15, and LD-25, it provides measuring ranges up to 25 m, a maximum data rate of 20,000 Points/Second, and 3D accuracy of 25μm + 6μm/m (2 sigma). It supports precision inspection, dimensional control, part measurement, tooling inspection, reverse engineering, and robotics applications.
API Dynamic 9D LADAR
The API Dynamic 9D LADAR is a non-contact measurement system designed to capture high-speed, high-accuracy dimensional and surface geometry data in real time. Using Optical Frequency Chirping Interferometry (OFCI) technology, the system supports precision measurement and inspection applications where rapid data acquisition and micron-level resolution are required.
The Dynamic 9D LADAR is available in three measuring ranges: LD-8, LD-15, and LD-25, supporting measurement volumes from 0.5 m up to 25 m, depending on the selected model.
High-Speed Non-Contact Measurement
API’s OFCI technology uses fast laser chirping to generate a wide spectrum for optical interference. The detected interference signal provides high measurement sensitivity while supporting rapid non-contact data acquisition.
Key performance characteristics include:
- Maximum data rate: 20,000 Points/Second
- Scanning speed: 0.2 sec/cm²
- High-density raster scanning: 50 lines/sec – 0.1mm spacing
- Linear accuracy: 20μm + 2μm/m (2 sigma)
- 3D accuracy: 25μm + 6μm/m (2 sigma)
- Incidence angle: ≤ 85-degree
- Warm-up time: 20 Minutes (typical)
- Total weight: 10.4 KG
- Fully integrated controller
- Capable of measuring translucent objects
- Designed to be insensitive to target reflectivity
Three Measuring Range Options
| Model | Measuring Range |
|---|---|
| LD-8 | 0.5m to 8m |
| LD-15 | 1.0m to 15m |
| LD-25 | 1.5m to 25m |
This range of configurations allows the Dynamic 9D LADAR platform to support measurement tasks from smaller inspection volumes through to large-scale dimensional measurement.
Measurement & Inspection Applications
The supplied applications for the Dynamic 9D LADAR include:
- Optical CMM – small to large volume, simple to set up, fast and accurate
- CNC Machine In-situ inspection
- In-line inspection and dimensional control for aircraft, automobile, wind energy or similar industries
- Flush and Gap
- Part Measurement
- Jigs, Fixture & Tooling Inspection
- Reverse Engineering
- Robotics
- X,Y,Z – I,J,K and R,G,B Dimentions
The system is identified for use across industries including Aerospace, Automotive, Energy, Heavy Machinery, Manufacturing, Military & Defense, Transportation, Machine Tools, Robotics, ship building, and construction.
Dynamic 9D LADAR vs. Conventional Laser Radar
Compared with the conventional Laser Radar specifications provided, API’s Dynamic 9D LADAR combines higher data acquisition rates with OFCI-based measurement technology.
| Specification | API 9D Ladar Systems | Conventional Laser Radar Systems |
|---|---|---|
| Core Technology | Optical Frequency Chirping Interferometry | Frequency Modulated Coherent Laser |
| Data Rate | 20,000 pts/sec | 500 pts/sec – 1,000 pts/sec max |
| Scanning Speed | 0.2 sec/cm² | 1 sec/cm2 Maximum |
| Raster Scanning | 50 lines/sec – 0.1mm spacing | N/A |
| Linear Volumetric Accuracy (2σ) | 20 µm + 2 µm/m (2σ) | 20 µm + 5 µm/m |
| 3D Volumetric Accuracy (2σ) | 25 µm + 6 µm/m (2σ) | 20 µm + 14.5 µm/m |
| Beam Spot Size | 32 µm or smaller | Sub-mm |
| Target Reflectivity | Insensitive | Sensitive |
| Incident Angle | ≤ 85-degree | ≥ 45-degree |
| Translucency | Measurement of translucent objects | Inability to measure translucent objects |
| System Controller | Intergral | External |
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Models | LD-8 | LD-15 | LD-25 |
| Measuring Range | LD-8: 0.5m to 8m | LD-15: 1.0m to 15m | LD-25: 1.5m to 25m |
| Linear Accuracy | 20μm + 2μm/m (2 sigma) |
| 3D Accuracy | 25μm + 6μm/m (2 sigma) |
| Incidence Angle | ≤ 85-degree |
| Gimble Angular Range | Azimuth: +/- 320° Front Side Elevation -50* to 80* Back Side Elevation 100* to 215* |
| Total Weight | 10.4 KG |
| Controller | Fully Integrated |
| Overall Dimentions | 191mm x 254mm x 432mm |
| Maximum Data Rate | 20,000 Points/Second |
| Transverse Resolution | 50mm (distance dependant) |
| iVision Camera | 8 MP Digital Zoom (15fps) | Feature Recognition | FoV – Horizontal 17° Vertical 13° |
| Laser Saftey Rating | Measuring: Class 1 (Wavelength 1550nm) Pointing Class 1 (635nm) *IEC 60825-1 (eye safe) |
| Warm-up Time | 20 Minutes (typical) |
| Weight | 10.4 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 19.1 × 25.4 × 43.2 cm |
| Choose Variant | LD-15, LD-25, LD-8 |
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