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3D characterisation of fibres orientation in a composite

The images from X-ray microtomography (μCT) allow for advanced analyses at the fiber level: composites, fabrics, plants, paper.

We have developed algorithms dedicated to high-resolution image analyses in order to calculate the orientation fields of fibers in samples or complete parts.

The material is probed ‘as-is’, without the need to condition it. The three-dimensional nature of the data from μCT allows rich extraction.

Statistical measurements on 3D data

Many features are calculable from microtomography data. They are returned in the form of graphs representing distributions in numbers, or in the numerical volume of the part examined.

Average orientation vector
Average orientation tensor
Local orientation
Local orientation in the plan
Average angle in the plane
Mean angle of deviation from a plane
Average angle of deviation with respect to an axis
Fourth order mean tensor

We also develop the measures adapted to your needs: calculation method, graphic or 2D image restitution, 3D volume, 2D or 3D animation.

As an independent lab, Novitom enables organisations to access synchrotron micro and nano-tomography :

Regular access to instruments at synchrotron facilities
Know-how in experimental design for real-time microtomography
Expertise in extracting information and physical parameters from raw data and in combination with ancillary techniques

Multi-scale tomography

Materials and processes

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X-ray tomography

X-ray diffraction and scattering

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In situ testing devices

3D characterisation of fibres orientation in a composite

Statistical measurements on 3D data

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