Detection of cracks using image processing algorithms implemented in hardware

摘要

Cracks originate in a multitude of industrial artefacts and their detection is of considerable social and economic importance. The article discusses various image processing algorithms for recognizing cracks and their implementation in fast electronic hardware. The authors maintain that this inspection task is so important that it would be well worthwhile building equipment specifically for detecting cracks. With suitable optics, it should be applicable to a wide range of industries.