CFRP Inspection Systems

Non-destructive testing of fiber-reinforced composites – precise, non-contact, and fully automated.

With our optically excited lock-in thermography, you can reliably detect defects in CFRP and carbon fiber structures – quickly, reproducibly, and suitable for inline integration.

Thermografische Aufnahme eines CFK-Bauteils zur Detektion innerer Defekte

How it works — explained in a nutshell

Our lock-in thermography uses periodically modulated heat pulses to analyze heat flow in CFRP and carbon fiber structures. Defects such as delaminations, porosity, or impact damage affect the heat flow and generate characteristic temperature patterns, which are detected using infrared cameras. The inspection is non-contact, residue-free, and can be seamlessly integrated into existing production lines.

What is inspected?

Typical Defects in CFRP/Fiber-Reinforced Components:

– Delaminations (layer separation)
– Impact damage
– Air inclusions / porosity
– Foreign object inclusions (e.g., water in honeycomb structures)
– Insufficient resin/fiber content
– Bonding defects (e.g., metallic inserts)
– Wall thickness variations and inhomogeneities
– Fiber orientation and structural analysis

Typical Components:
Vehicle parts, aerospace structures, bicycle frames, rotor blades, medical technology components, lightweight structures, hybrid components with CFRP/metal

Thermographic Functionality

Lock-in Thermography

Active lock-in thermography offers an efficient alternative. Through targeted thermal excitation of the inspection areas and analysis of the heat distribution, defects can be detected quickly and reliably.

A periodically modulated heat pulse is applied to the CFRP or carbon fiber structure. Defects influence the heat flow, resulting in local temperature differences. These differences are captured and analyzed by an infrared camera.
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Case Study

CFRP reliably tested

Thermography reveals hidden flaws in aircraft and motorsport components such as monocoques and other structural parts.

Any more questions?

In a brief initial consultation, we clarify whether the use of thermography to inspect your materials – such as CFRP – is worthwhile for you.

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FAQ

Our frequently asked questions — answered quickly and easily.

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