Geometric
The fourth sensor is a set of cameras designed to capture very high-resolution “geometric slices” of a board’s
profile. The cameras are aimed at a high intensity laser line that is projected onto the board’s surface.
Data slices are taken every 0.075 inches along the length of a board and help to identify wane, cracks, and missing fiber.
The profile information is taken on all four sides of the board, allowing for accurate thickness measurement.
Thickness differences are defined differentially as well as with respect to the individual top and bottom face.
For example, thin areas on a board are identified as differential thickness variations, and/or if a thin area is
found more on one face than the other, it is identified separately as a defect for that face. This sensor also
provides data that is used to identify cupping and narrow boards.
Three dimensional image of the board.
