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3D digital image correlation is a technique that relies on a precise relationship between two cameras. In a growing number of applications, repetitive testing is required, and researchers are calling on DIC to provide precise, non-contact strain and deformation measurements in successive, identical tests. In these scenarios, valuable testing time is lost to laborious but necessary camera setup and adjustments.
After extensive testing and an iterative design process, we are proud to introduce the Blue Hawk system. Compared to the variety of fixed field-of-view DIC options available, the Blue Hawk system offers more adjustability without compromising convenience, so researchers can measure a wide variety of applications with minimal adjustment. Once the FOV preference is set (with easy lens/baseline adjustments to pre-determined fixed locations), the system can be used repeatedly with the same stereo calibration. When combined with the industry-leading VIC-3D software, the Blue Hawk system produces highly accurate results with an unmatched level of precision, repeatability, and convenience.
Versatility is the Blue Hawk’s strongest feature.
It is available with sensors from 2.4 to 24.6 Megapixels and has four adjustable baseline positions. Depending on the combination of sensor, lens, and camera position, a field-of-view range covering 40 mm to 400 mm is possible. Other important Blue Hawk features include:
A rigid, carbon-composite stereo beam, designed for repetitive testing and high calibration stability.
A powerful, fully integrated blue LED (Blue-X-Lite) which is ideal for fluorescent speckling.
Interchangeable optics with high-end lenses with locking focus and iris can be changed to quickly adjust the field-of-view.
Laser Alignment: four internal laser pointers allow easy alignment of the system with the center of the test specimen.
The versatile mounting options include tripods, or direct mounting to tensile testing machines via magnetic, column, or slot clamping.