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Canon Americas LAB Robotic Borescope Showcase

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What happens here

Mark introduces Canon Americas LAB's robotic borescope inspection system. Liv Kelley, an Electrical Engineer, explains that this system features three tiny, articulated sections that allow it to move like a 'tiny snake' through complex systems. A camera at the front provides real-time video feedback, enabling inspection of jet engines, car engines, gearboxes, and any other intricate machinery that is difficult to disassemble. She demonstrates controlling the borescope using a gamepad, observing its movement and the camera feed on a monitor. The software intuitively navigates the sections together, providing full control.

Goal: Understand the functionality and applications of Canon's robotic borescope.

Tools and materials

  • Gamepad — Controlling the borescope's movement
  • Jet Engine Model — Demonstrating borescope's inspection capability
  • Monitor — Displaying the borescope's camera feed