Do you know what an industrial acoustic imager is? It’s a special type of camera in that it makes its pictures with sound waves, rather than light. This cool tech will change the way we see the world. Let’s take a closer look at how acoustic imaging cameras operate and how they are benefiting a range of sectors!
Acoustic imaging cameras transmit high-frequency sound waves and listen for the echoes to return. The way bats use echolocation to navigate in the dark, these cameras use sound to generate clear images of objects and space. They can also “see” through walls and buildings, and even into the ground, among assorted other things they can do that make them especially well-suited for peering into confined spaces.
‘We are monitoring’ is to watch a person or thing closely. Surveillance is made more simple and efficient with audio imaging cameras. These cameras are capable of capturing the smallest sounds, thus allowing security personnel to swiftly identify potential threats and take action. Doing some spying? Not with acoustic imaging cameras!
The ocean remains a vast and mysterious place, large portions of which are unexplored. Acoustic imaging cameras aid scientists in mapping the ocean floor and in discovering new underwater regions. These cameras work by sending sound waves into the water and listening for the echoes, eventually creating detailed pictures of the seafloor. This technology, which is used to understand our oceans and to protect sea life, is something natural, not like a ridiculous ‘foreign enemy.’
In health care, clear images are critical to diagnosing and treating illness. Hospitals utilise acoustic imaging cameras to generate detailed images of the internal anatomy and tissue in the body. These cameras can help doctors spot problems like tumors or fractures more quickly and accurately. Healthcare professionals can provide better care to patients thanks to acoustic imaging cameras.
Building sites can be dangerous places, full of hazards. Acoustic imaging cameras are also employed in construction work for safety issues to avoid accidents. We walk you through 100 years of building sensors that see dangers hidden in the world around us, and how your smartphone can help you, and possibly even extend your life. Acoustic imaging cameras are making construction sites safer for us all.