Image Analysis Software

Nikon NIS-Elements Imaging Software

NIS-Elements is a fully featured imaging software solution for microscopy. Fast, powerful imaging processing tools are available, such as for creating a mosaic or compound image from many separate images, e.g. following a long micro-crack on a sample surface from start to finish. For industrial or academia applications, Nikon offers NIS-Elements AR (Advanced Research), BR (Basic Research), D (Documentation), and L (for a tablet PC).

NIS-Elements AR:The NIS-Elements AR image analysis software version is optimized for advanced research applications, offering fully automated acquisition and device control through full 6D image capture (X, Y, Z, Lambda (wavelength), time, multiple points) and a wide range of image analysis capabilities
NIS-Elements BR: Developed for standard research applications such as analysis and photo-documentation of microscopy images, NIS-Elements BR features up to four-dimensional acquisition and advanced device control capabilities
NIS-Elements D: NIS-Elements D is a software package for photo-documentation, including basic measuring and reporting tools
NIS-Elements L: Easily view images and control their acquisition settings for the Digital Sight 1000, DS-Fi3 and DS-Ri2 cameras on a tablet PC using NIS-Elements L

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Artificial Intelligence (AI) software for grain size detection in Aluminum/Bronze/Austenitic and Ferritic single-phase structures.

AI and machine learning make automatic grain segmentation and distinction an effortless process for the user. Traditional manual thresholding for grain segmentation can be challenging and tedious, even for experienced operators. With AI, this method can often become obsolete.

Key features

One-click detection
Automatic and complete grain segmentation and distinction without complexity
Flexibility depending on the sample type
The AI network can recognize grains across a wide range of images due to extensive training on numerous samples
AI simplifies grain distinction, requiring no effort from the user
Reliable AI grain detection works primarily with Aluminum/Bronze/Austenitic and Ferritic single-phase structures, and similar material samples viewed in polarized light with or without the use of a lambda plate
Additional image samples can continually be added to the AI network
The AI software comes pre-trained for your applications

BRASS AUSTENITE ALUMINIUM

Measurement Sequencer Software for Weld Seam Measurement

This is an additional software plugin module for weld measurement applications, featuring an automated sequence definition for measurements (e.g., predefined ISO 5187 Fillet & Butt welds and custom-defined recipes). It offers guided measurement functionality, ideal for reducing user errors. This practically eliminates the possibility of missed steps during measurement procedures and ensures that no measurements are omitted from your reports.

With a built-in guidance system for designing measurements, users can follow schematic instructions and tips for convenient, easy, and accurate measurements. Simply point and click to place your measurements. Additionally, the software provides a text-to-speech guide for further assistance.

The predefined measurement sequence definitions include:

ISO 5187 Butt Weld
ISO 5187 Fillet Weld
Brinell Hardness
Knoop Hardness
Vickers Hardness
Plate Pole Weld
Spot Weld
Lap Weld
Fillet Weld
Custom-defined measurement definitions

These options offer a wide range of automated measurements, ensuring that various types of welds and hardness tests can be performed accurately and efficiently.

Report Generation (Reports)

Complete report including an image with geometric measurements displayed on it
Measurement table with limits and validations
Overall result indicator
Export reports in PDF, RTF, or MS Excel formats
Export images in TIF, JP2, BMP, or JPG formats
Create custom reports tailored to your measurement definitions

These features ensure that detailed and customizable reports can be produced for documentation and analysis purposes.

Parameter and Progress Monitoring Over Time

Image Organizer

Browse through all measured images and their corresponding results by clicking on any of the defined measurement parameters
Compare measured parameters and track their progress over time using graphs
Efficiently organize and access images for quick retrieval and analysis
Visualize measurement trends and evaluate changes in key parameters at a glance
This feature streamlines the process of managing and analyzing images, enabling users to quickly compare and monitor the progression of critical measurements over time with graphical insights.

Building and Customizing Your Own Measurement Definitions

Create once, execute repeatedly
Build measurements without programming knowledge
Comprehensive geometric options for various measurements
Ability to add guidance tips for easy execution
Option to define custom calculations, validations, and limits (even using JavaScript)
Load a custom image for your guidance scheme
Data includes the measured image with export capabilities

This feature allows users to tailor their measurement processes to specific needs, providing flexibility in defining custom metrics, calculations, and limits while ensuring ease of use and repeatability.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS