Summit DFOS System: Versatile Fully Distributed Sensing
High-Resolution Strain and Temperature Sensing
For civil, aerospace, and energy engineers, the Summit Distributed Fiber Optic Sensing (DFOS) System provides unparalleled precision. This cutting-edge technology is engineered for controlled environments, transforming the way you approach testing and unlocking new possibilities for your engineering projects.
Summit provides advanced fiber optic sensing technology, designed to deliver precise measurements in controlled environments. Experience unmatched measurement accuracy, stability, and repeatability, ensuring the reliability of your data.
No longer remain in the dark about the inner workings of bridges, buildings, and aircraft structures. Summit provides detailed strain profiles of even the subtlest deformations. Gain invaluable insights into structural integrity, ensuring safety and optimizing performance.
Push the boundaries of your research and development with Summit’s detailed measurements.
Cost-Effective Precision
Ruggedness is essential, but for controlled environments, precision is paramount. Our Summit – Distributed Fiber Optic Sensing (DFOS) System offers unparalleled accuracy and performance optimized for laboratory settings.
Discover a unique value proposition that goes beyond affordability. Summit redefines what high-precision sensing can achieve in controlled environments.
Summit understands the importance of cost-effectiveness for engineers. Its optimized design minimizes upfront and ongoing expenses, delivering exceptional value for your investment. Enjoy lower maintenance needs, reduced calibration requirements, and extended sensor lifespan, allowing you to focus on what matters most – groundbreaking research and development.
Sensuron DFOS system delivers an exceptional signal-to-noise ratio and minimal environmental sensitivity, ensuring consistent and accurate measurements. Gain the confidence you need to make critical decisions based on data you can trust.
Maximized Efficiency
Summit boasts a user-friendly design and minimal calibration requirements, freeing you to focus on your research goals. Its robust construction ensures long-lasting performance, minimizing downtime and maximizing your laboratory efficiency.
Summit DFOS System Integration with other Testing Equipment
Sensuron’s Summit DFOS System is designed to be capable of integration with other testing equipment. It offers open communication protocols and flexible configurations, allowing you to tailor the system to your specific needs.
Current support and applications include:
- Example applications and stubs for Labview and MATLAB
- IRIG-106 Chapter 10 data stream converter developed by Telspan
- Interface with Moog load control systems for structural testing
- Pacific Instrument’s Series 6000 Signal Conditioning Data Acquisition and Control System.
- Summit is ready to connect with Telspan’s Netview and Pacific Instrument’s Series 6000 Signal Conditioning Data Acquisition and Control System for advanced recording and data fusion of multiple sensor types. For more information on large scale structural testing with Telspan, see their page Data Fusion For The Next Generation Structural Test Environment.
For a ruggedized version of Summit, please visit the RTS125+ product page.
Summit DFOS System: Empowering Civil Engineers
From materials testing to research across civil, aerospace, and energy domains, Summit DFOS system empowers you to tackle diverse engineering challenges with unparalleled precision and flexibility.
Material Testing: Uncover Hidden Properties with Exceptional Accuracy
Conduct high-resolution strain and temperature measurements with exceptional accuracy. Characterize performance, evaluate behavior, and push the boundaries of material science with unparalleled confidence.
Summit DFOS System's Advanced Features:
- Strain Gauge Replacement: Eliminate cumbersome setups and gain superior spatial resolution, allowing you to measure strain with high precision, replacing the need for multiple traditional strain gauges.
- Multiplexing Capabilities: Simultaneously test multiple samples for efficient data acquisition, reducing overall testing time. Analyze the behavior of various materials or test different parameters under identical conditions for insightful comparisons.
Summit DFOS for Structural Testing:
Summit provides detailed distributed strain profiles, meticulously monitoring even the subtlest deformations in bridges, buildings, and aircraft structures.
Advanced Features:
- Distributed Sensing: Monitor large structures with a single optical fiber, eliminating the need for multiple point sensors and simplifying installation. This cost-effective approach provides continuous data along the entire length of the fiber, offering a comprehensive understanding of structural behavior.
- Real-Time Data Acquisition: Make informed decisions based on live measurements. With Summit you can monitor critical structures in real-time, identifying potential issues early on.
- Long-Term Monitoring: Track structural health over extended periods. Our distributed fiber optic sensing (DFOS) system’s robust design and reliable performance enable long-term monitoring of bridges, buildings, and other structures, providing valuable insights into their aging behavior and ensuring their long-term safety.
Summit Distributed Fiber Optic Sensing For Component Testing:
Advanced Features:
- High Spatial Resolution: Pinpoint stress concentrations and identify potential failure points with exceptional accuracy. By measuring strain at very small intervals along the fiber, Summit can reveal localized weaknesses that traditional sensors often miss.
- Fatigue Testing: Accurately assess component durability under repeated loading. Simulate real-world conditions and precisely measure the effects of fatigue on critical components, helping you optimize their design and predict their lifespan.
Research and Development Capabilities
Summit Distributed Fiber Optic Sensing System enhances your research projects with high-resolution strain and temperature profiles.
Advanced Features:
- High-Speed Data Acquisition: Capture transient events and dynamic phenomena with exceptional speed. Study the rapid response of materials and structures to various stimuli, gaining valuable insights into their behavior under real-world conditions.
- Customizable Sensor Configurations: Tailor the sensing system to your specific research needs. Choose from a variety of sensor types, lengths, and spacings to create a configuration that aligns with your application’s requirements.
Real-Time Data at Your Fingertips
Summit delivers real-time data acquisition, reacting to critical changes instantly.
Summit DFOS System's Key Benefits:
- Fast Data Acquisition: Capture events with exceptional speed, ensuring you don’t miss crucial details during dynamic testing.
- Live Monitoring: Track changes in real-time and make immediate adjustments based on live data, optimizing your testing procedures.
- Reduced Testing Time: Accelerate your testing process by reducing the need for post-test data analysis.
Summit’s distributed sensing capabilities reveal even the subtlest deformations and stress concentrations. Gain a comprehensive understanding of structural integrity, optimize performance, and ensure the safety of critical infrastructure.
Distributed Strain and Temperature Sensing
Summit’s distributed sensing technology leverages a single optical fiber to monitor structures over their entire length. Gain valuable insights into structural behavior, identify localized weaknesses, and make informed decisions about maintenance and repair.
Key Benefits:
- Comprehensive Data: Access continuous data along the entire fiber, providing a complete picture of structural behavior.
- Cost-Effective Solution: Eliminate the need for multiple point sensors, reducing installation time and maintenance costs.
- Early Detection of Issues: Identify potential problems before they become critical, ensuring the safety and longevity of your structures.
Summit DFOS System: Reliable Performance, Long-Term Results
Engineered for demanding environments, Summit delivers reliable data acquisition over extended periods. Conduct long-term monitoring with confidence, knowing your data remains consistent and accurate.
Summit DFOS System Was Built to Last
Summit’s robust design and high-quality components ensure reliable operation in diverse environments.
Minimize downtime, maximize data integrity, and gain confidence in your results.
Key Benefits:
- Rugged Design: Withstand demanding environments without compromising performance.
- Minimal Maintenance: Focus on your research and projects, not frequent maintenance routines.
- Long-Term Stability: Enjoy consistent and reliable data acquisition over extended periods.
At Sensuron, we understand that your engineering vision is unique. From initial consultations to ongoing technical support, we’re here to empower you to achieve your testing goals.
There’s no one-size-fits-all solution in engineering. Our team works closely with you to understand your specific needs and challenges. We then tailor the Summit system and its configuration to align with your unique testing requirements, ensuring you gather the most relevant and insightful data for your projects.
Key Benefits:
- Expert Consultations: Receive personalized advice and guidance from our team of fiber optic sensing specialists.
- Customized Configurations: Leverage Summit’s versatility to create a system that aligns with your specific needs.
- Ongoing Support: Enjoy technical assistance throughout your journey, from installation and setup to troubleshooting.
With exceptional data fidelity, unparalleled versatility, and a dedicated support team, you’re empowered to push the boundaries of your engineering projects.
FAQ: Questions you might ask about Summit Distributed Fiber Optic (DFOS) System
Does Sensuron offer a smaller system similar to Summit?
Yes we do! For a ruggedized version of Summit, visit the RTS125+ product page.
Civil Engineering:
How can the Summit help me monitor the health of bridges and other structures more effectively?
The Summit’s distributed sensing capabilities allow you to monitor large structures with a single optical fiber, providing comprehensive insights into strain, temperature, and other critical parameters. This can help you identify potential issues early on, prevent costly failures, and optimize maintenance schedules.
I’m concerned about the cost of implementing a new sensing system. Is the Summit a cost-effective solution?
Summit offers a high value proposition compared to traditional sensors. Its minimal maintenance requirements, long sensor lifespan, and ability to replace multiple point sensors with a single sensing fiber contribute to significant cost savings in the long run.
Are there any alternatives to the Summit Fiber Optic Interrogator?
Several fiber optic interrogators exist, but Summit stands out due to its combination of high performance, cost-effectiveness, and tailored solutions:
- Precision without Compromise: Delivering exceptional data fidelity, Summit provides detailed measurements beyond the capabilities of many alternatives.
- Value Beyond Initial Cost: Its optimized design minimizes upfront and ongoing expenses through low maintenance and extended sensor life, providing long-term cost-effectiveness.
- Built to Last, Built to Perform: Engineered for demanding environments, its robust construction and reliable data acquisition minimize downtime and maximize data integrity.
Aerospace Engineering:
How can Summit help me ensure the quality and performance of critical aircraft components?
Summit’s high-fidelity strain and temperature measurements allow you to conduct precise characterization and testing of aircraft components. This helps you identify potential weaknesses, optimize designs, and ensure the safety and reliability of your aircraft.
I need a testing system that can be easily integrated into existing testing setups. Is the Summit compatible with other equipment?
Yes, the Summit is designed to be capable of integration with other testing equipment. It offers open communication protocols and flexible configurations, allowing you to tailor the system to your specific needs.
Energy Engineering:
How can the Summit help me optimize the performance of energy generation and transmission systems?
Summit’s ability to monitor strain and temperature in real-time can help you identify potential failures in energy infrastructure. This allows you to optimize performance, reduce downtime, and ensure the reliable delivery of energy.
next steps
Sensuron’s Summit interrogator equips you with the tools to anticipate challenges, optimize performance, and secure your critical assets.
- Consult with our experts: Get a personalized consultation. Discover how Summit can be tailored to your specific needs.
- Explore our library of resources: Download Summit Datasheet,
- Read the ‘Introduction To Fiber Optic Sensing’ White paper, case studies highlighting real-world applications,
- Watch our collection of brief videos that provide more details on the features, installation, and operation of our sensing systems.
