Terahertz technology offers a non-contact and non-destructive solution for high-precision automotive paint inspection. It can accurately measure the thickness of individual layers—including primer, basecoat, and clearcoat—in multi-layer coating systems without damaging the surface. This allows for rapid detection of defects such as uneven application, bubbles, delamination, or contamination embedded between layers. By ensuring consistent paint quality, optimizing application processes, and enhancing long-term corrosion protection, terahertz inspection significantly improves manufacturing efficiency and final vehicle durability.
CASE 1: Advanced Terahertz Spectroscopy Platform
Portable platform: A flexible and transportable solution for various measurement applications.
Zero-degree incidence for car coating measurement: Uses a perpendicular (zero-degree incident angle) setup for precise automotive coating analysis.
Robotic arm integration: Enables automated, repeatable, and precise positioning of measurement probes.
Medical probe for biomedical applications: Adapts the technology for non-invasive or diagnostic use in medical settings.
Metamaterials overcome limitations: Utilizes engineered materials to surpass traditional physical constraints to reach nano-meter range of measurement suitable for semiconductor applications.