TECHNOLOGY SUMMARY

We propose a system for real-time structural health monitoring of naval ships and engines using unique polymer-based ultrasound sensors (polyCMUTs). The sensor network operates in passive mode, complemented by an intelligent signal processing layer, to detect acoustic emission in the structure and the response to ambient vibrations.

AREA/MATURITY/AWARDS

Primary Application Area: Materials, Chemical

Technology Development Status: Prototype

Technology Readiness Level: TRL 4

SHOWCASE SUMMARY

Organization Type: Academic/Gov Lab

Website: https://ece.ubc.ca/

MARKET KEYWORDS

Market Keywords: Fleet Fabrication/Sustainment, real-time/continuous structural health monitoring for ships, airframes and engines