PEGASUS Digital Radiography Solutions

• Rhythm TM Review Software
  The Rhythm� suite of user-friendly software from GE
  Inspection Technologies offers advanced image review
  tools and data management for all X-ray inspection
  modalities, including Computed Radiography, Digital
  Radiography and Film Scanning. Its advanced data
  sharing capabilities allow significant improvements in
  productivity and enable faster identification of defect
  indications, leading to improved production quality
  and better in-service asset management. Using
  industry-standard, non-proprietary data transfer
  formats (DICONDE), Rhythm provides an elegant and
  cohesive solution to data management and sharing
  needs, while creating a stable platform for future NDT
  software capabilities.

• DXR Real-time Panels
  When high-quality real-time imaging is required, the DXR real-time panels are the answer. 200-micron resolution and
  16-bit processing of 1024 x 1024 pixel imagery, provide outstanding image quality in a viewable streaming digital
  format. By eliminating common performance drawbacks of image intensifiers (including geometric distortion, blooming,
  and limited dynamic range) the GE panels easily allow subtle defect indications to be quickly and unambiguously
  identified. In addition, the panels provide all the high-end functions needed for challenging radiographic inspections,
  including frame averaging for better signal-to-noise ratio and sensitivity, and high-pass filtering to better accommodate
  large thickness differentials. Interactive adjustment of gray scale settings provides easy image adjustment without
  manipulating X-ray settings, allowing the operator to remain focused on the inspection screen at all times. The end
  result is a reduction in cycle time, providing real efficiency to the user. Both GE real-time panels are fully capable of
  capturing snapshots of interest, allowing for analysis and archiving with the Rhythm Software tools. A standard video
  output allows creation of a permanent record of the inspection. Short digital video clips can also be saved, allowing fullfidelity archiving of radiographic inspection results.

• Comprehensive Support Services
  Designing the right solution at the right price can be
  a time-consuming task. GE will guide you through
  the process of product selection, system integration,
  financing, warranty and maintenance. Our consultants
  can assess application needs and optimize process
  workflow to maximize your return on investment. GE
  Inspection Technologies develops completely robotic,
  automated solutions, or our team of technicians can
  integrate digital solutions with existing generator sets
  and other system components. Unique maintenance
  contracts, financing options, and round-the-clock
  service options are all designed to best meet
  your requirements.

*DXR Solution- Film conversion for small parts
* Customer situation
An industry-leading aircraft engine facility needed to
improve productivity for their precision repair inspection
process. The complete GE solution comprised of
a high-resolution DXR500 panel, Rhythm imaging
software, X-ray equipment, and an integrated robotic
manipulator, allowed the customer to streamline their
process for significant benefits. Fast inspection times,
defect measurement and annotation, and improved
record retention and distribution reduced cycle time by
50%. The elimination of film and chemical use, and a
reduction of 1,300 man-hours provided additional
cost savings.
* DXR Solution- Film conversion for large parts
* Customer situation
A manufacturer of welded fabrications needed to minimize operator intervention, maximize cost reduction opportunities, and increase inspection
and rework effectiveness. GE engineered a complete system solution comprised of a high-resolution DXR500, Rhythm� imaging software, a robotic defect marking system, an integrated part manipulator,
and connection to the customer�s wide area network. The reductions in inspection time, rework, and consumables resulted in an 80% improvement in cycle time and significant inspection cost savings.