03 Dual HANDWave Technical Details

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Technical Details (Dual HANDWave)
Technical Details Dual HANDWave Ultrasonic Testing System
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V01 15-Jun 2010 Specifications

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Contents
Section Heading Page
1Introduction...........................................................................................................................3 2Overview...............................................................................................................................4 2.1CATER Dual HANDWave U/T System...............................................................................5 2.2Hardware ...........................................................................................................................5 2.2.1Wheel Probe...................................................................................................................5 2.2.2ULTRAWave Module.......................................................................................................7 2.2.3ULTRAWave Module Power Supply................................................................................7 2.2.4Couplant Supply..............................................................................................................7 2.2.5Frame (Single HANDWave Tester).................................................................................8 2.2.6Notebook or Tablet PC....................................................................................................8 2.3Software ............................................................................................................................9 2.3.1ULTRAWave...................................................................................................................9 2.3.2Operating System..........................................................................................................10 2.3.3Startup and Shutdown...................................................................................................10 2.3.4SETUP Screen..............................................................................................................10 2.3.5A-Scan Viewer..............................................................................................................11 2.3.6C-Scan Viewer..............................................................................................................13 2.3.7C-Scan Functions..........................................................................................................14 2.4Hand Verification..............................................................................................................16 2.4.1Operation Control..........................................................................................................16 2.4.2Channel Control............................................................................................................18 2.4.3Gate Editor....................................................................................................................19 2.4.4Ultrasonic Test Data......................................................................................................20 3Dual HANDWave U/T System Specifications (typical).........................................................23 4Notice..................................................................................................................................27
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1 Introduction
Figure 1 CATER Dual HANDWave Tester
This document includes a technical description of the Dual HANDWave U/T System, manufactured by CATER The highlights of the Dual HANDWave U/T Tester are many; requires only ONE pass to assess the rail using 5 channels/rail simultaneously. There is no need to change transducers and redo the same rail section. runs on standard Windows OS Notebooks or Tablet PCs; has been designed by experienced engineers that have contributed to the design of the ULTRAWave U/T system currently in use. The particularly successful graphics screens and wheel probes have been refined and incorporated from the larger ULTRAWave Systems. The resulting system is so intuitive to use that almost no operator training is required. During recent demonstrations we have noticed that the operators were able to operate and configure ULTRAWave after 30 minutes of training. has been designed for use in a modern computer environment in which data-sharing is essential. U/T data can easily be: exported to Microsoft Office tools emailed (small file sizes); copied to (and restored from) backup media, USB thumb-drives, CDs; has been future-proofed. The software running on the PCs and the firmware can be upgraded (flashed) on-site if required; has been designed in a modular way. Exchange of PC or ultrasonic hardware can be completed in a few minutes; allows full interface with the ULTRAWave Systems and any office-based computer system. is configured purely through software. Dual HANDWave does not include any physical configuration switches, links, etc.; is completely self-sufficient and does not rely/depend on any 3rd party software. The system can incorporate CATERs perway analysis application, RIPWave at additional cost. This application is used for post run analysis and is capable of importing historical and legacy test data.
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2 Overview
The CATER Dual HANDWave U/T System is of modular design and consists of the following components:
Ruggedised Notebook PC, the ultrasonic hardware module specifically designed for HANDWave, power supply (battery), couplant supply bottle, the ULTRAWave software and the adjustable and collapsible frame. Wheel Probe with an excellent signal-to-noise ratio and requiring no angle calibration. The specially designed wheel and axle has 5 transducers housed in the one axle. Framework with CANT and LATERAL and gauge adjustments The lightweight and collapsible frame is able to be easily carried on and off the rail. Comprehensive system documentation, including Operator, Maintenance and Spare Parts Manuals, in printed and electronic formats.
NOTE: Images below of Single Rail HANDWave Tester
Industrial Notebook PC
ULTRAWave ultrasonic processing Module
Couplant Bottle
Wheel Probe
Full Adjustments For CANT and LATERAL
Battery
Gauge adjustments
Collapsible frame
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2.1 CATER Dual HANDWave U/T System

The Dual HANDWave U/T System is based on a hand-push mobile framework supporting one wheel probe connected to a single Notebook PC. The overall superiority of the Dual HANDWave tester is in the specially designed Wheel Probe and the simultaneous processing of data in the ULTRAWave on-board Module. The ultrasonic information from the transducers in the Wheel Probe is processed immediately by the PC. The information can then be recorded and analysed using ULTRAWave and optionally post processed using RIPWave. The export of data from the Dual HANDWave U/T System can be by many forms including via LAN connection, portable media, printed form or copied onto CD/DVD. The data format generated by a CATER ULTRAWave Systems is completely compatible with HANDWave software, a unique feature of CATER RFD systems. With the exception of a number of configuration files, the software on all three systems is identical allowing the information to be shared between all CATER RFD installation sites. For protection against vibration, temperature and dust, as is likely the case in the varying conditions of the Dual HANDWave working environment, the transportable Notebook can be of the 'military' or industrial type with a stronger protective casing and screen. The Notebook can be quickly removed for office use, for connection to a LAN or for security purposes. Explanations of Wheel Probe, ULTRAWave Module, Battery supply, Frame, Notebook PC, ULTRAWave software and Special feature follow this section.
2.2 Hardware
2.2.1 Wheel Probe
Figure 2 Wheel Probe
The Dual HANDWave Wheel Probe is designed to house 5 transducers. The typical configuration is for a 0, 2 x 40, facing forward and rearward and 2 x 70, facing forward and rearward. Other configurations are possible . The 70 is a wide transducer which replaces the traditional smaller and more numerous transducers seen in competitiors' probe arrangements. Our preference is for greater sensitivity (up to 17 times) provided by the larger transducer. A hand verification channel is also available to connect various hand probes for closer inspection.
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Figure 3 Transducer Arrangement and Coverage (typical)
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2.2.2 ULTRAWave Module
A hand verification mode is used for spot assessment using hand held probes
5 ultrasonic channels are simultaneously processed by the HANDWave Module.
2.2.3 ULTRAWave Module Power Supply

Battery supplies ~8hrs of testing time via 12VDC, 20 AH battery. Recharging takes as little as 4 hours The battery is rechargeable or replaceable for long testing sessions A charger is supplied
2.2.4 Couplant Supply

Flow is adjustable for economy
A 10L bottle is optional for a longer testing session
Couplant supply is easily refilled
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2.2.5 Frame (Single HANDWave Tester)

CANT adjusting arm LATERAL adjuster moves Wheel Probe sideways for best echo result
Gauge adjusting leg
Gauge adjusting lock
The lightweight frame can be lifted by one person.
Pin is quickly removed to fold frame
Please Note: Electric CANT and LATERAL alignment is optional on Dual HANDWave It is collapsible for ease of transport in a regular vehicle.
2.2.6 Notebook or Tablet PC

MS Windows based ruggedised Notebook. Alternatively, supplied with rugged casing and daylight screens if required for use in bright light.
Rugged case for Notebook protection
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2.3 Software
The Dual HANDWave U/T System is configured using ULTRAWave for ultrasonic assessment. The PCs selected by CATER include the most up-to-date components and are able to run the latest version of Windows. We choose PCs from a respected manufacturer that is able to offer an international on-site support, so that problems arising from PC malfunctions can be addressed swiftly. Communication with the ultrasonic hardware is via USB2.0. The benefit to operators is that they can conveniently backup testing results on USB storage medium.
2.3.1 ULTRAWave
The ULTRAWave software preloaded on Dual HANDWave U/T System has been designed in a modular way to increase its stability and reliability. The main ULTRAWave modules for HANDWave are: Operation Control: Channel Control: A-Scan Viewer: The Operator Control window allows the operator to control the ultrasonic testing operation. The Channel Control window allows the operator to set channel-specific parameters. The A-Scan Viewer displays the current A-Scan (ultrasonic signal) and replaces the oscilloscopes that are used in older-style U/T systems. The C-Scan Viewer displays echo groups (artefacts) and other information recorded by the system. The spot verification of identified artefacts allows the operator to immediately assess for potential problems by using hand-held probes.
C-Scan Viewer: Hand verification Mode:
Operational Control
Channel Control
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2.3.2 Operating System

ULTRAWave runs on the Microsoft OS (e.g. XP) platform. The Notebooks are pre-configured in our factory to include the user accounts (typically 1 administrator account, 1 operator account, 1 maintenance account of the ULTRAWave software and any other software required by our customer (for example RIPWave, MS Office and Adobe Reader). The ULTRAWave software is a collection of executable (.exe) files that can be installed quickly on any PC. ULTRAWave does not need (or rely on) any 3rd party software to run and no special tools are required for installation or maintenance. A number of files are necessary to configure ULTRAWave CATER pre-configures these files in the factory with data supplied by the client. In the case that the configuration needs to change, a simple text editor (for example Notepad) is all that is required. The RIPWave post run analysis application requires a number of application files and a database containing configuration information. The configuration database can be preconfigured in the factory with data supplied by the client. Database administration tools are provided to allow the client to maintain the database.
2.3.3 Startup and Shutdown

The ULTRAWave software starts automatically after the operator has logged in and is ready for use in less than 1 minute. The HANDWave Notebook can be shut down at any time without losing any test data.
2.3.4 SETUP Screen

Rail type and location can be preset in the SETUP Preferences screen, as well as many other criteria
Figure 4 Dual HANDWave SETUP Screen GUI Screen Layout
The SETUP screen allows the operator to set the testing configurations. Parameters that can be set are the location, rail type, direction, resolution of testing and number of user defined preferences. All these are similar to the ULTRAWave system found on the larger RFD carriers. Show trip statistics: trip duration, distance travelled and average speed;
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Start/Stop and Pause a testing run; Enter calibration mode. In calibration mode, only A-Scans are displayed which are used by the operators to align the Wheel Probes, or to fine-tune the gain; Select district, line and track. CATER will pre-configure ULTRAWave to reflect the clients track network; Select the sampling resolution (nominally 4mm, but selectable between 1mm to 6mm); Select the rail type. CATER will pre-configure ULTRAWave to include the local rail type. Select counting direction (i.e. travelling forward count up OR travelling forward counts down); Select unit orientation (i.e. Wheel Probe side over left rail OR Wheel Probe side over right rail).
2.3.5 A-Scan Viewer
Gate (editable)
Figure 5 A-Scan Viewer Window
Individual Gain adjustment for 4 Ultrasonic channels and Hand Verification channel
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The A-Scan Viewer displays the current A-Scan (ultrasonic signal). It replaces the oscilloscopes that are found in older-style U/T systems. Compared to old-style oscilloscope technology, the use of a fully digital A-Scan monitor offers many advantages: A-Scans can be saved to disk for later reference, in .csv (Excel) or .bmp/.jpg (image) format; The A-Scan display can be scaled to suit the operators; A-Scans can be frozen for close investigation Fully digitised A-Scans can be used for automatic lateral/cant Wheel Probe Alignment (in the future); Provides a precise visual comparison with the ultrasonic scan and the gates. The A-Scan display includes a peak memory, it displays the peak amplitude of all previously collected A-Scans. This peak memory function is very useful for echo detail analysis.
The A-Scan Viewer includes the necessary functionality: Switch between the 5 simultaneous A-Scans (1 for each transducer) Each A-Scan; Entry Echo, Backwall Echo (if applicable), gate and maximum signal level is shown. The operators will find the maximum signal level useful for Wheel Probe Alignment, Gain Control and during maintenance; Freeze/Unfreeze display; Print the A-Scans on paper for post processing and recording; Save A-Scans so that they can be displayed at a later stage; Automatically save A-Scans at a pre-determined rate (1Hz 10Hz) for later processing; In the case that an A-Scan should be examined more closely, the A-Scan Viewer includes a window that allows measuring, zooming and printing.
Track kilometry details A-Scan measurement (absolute/relative)
Zoomable AScan display. Can be copied to Clipboard in numerical and graphical form and pasted in MS Word/Excel
Figure 6 A-Scan Properties Windows
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Selectable probe/channel A-Scan Viewer A-Scan with Peak Memory function
Figure 7 A-Scan Viewer Window
Reports and Tags placed by operator or by changes to system
Coloured dots show artefacts identifed by Wheel Probe ultrasonics related to channels below
2.3.6 C-Scan Viewer

Figure 8 C-Scan Viewer Window
The C-Scan Viewer displays the echo groups recorded by the system. The CATER C-Scan Viewer is configured to use the same colour coding as other existing CATER RFD viewers and for this reason the operators will find it so easy to use that hardly any training is required. Each artefact is annotated with track location (kilometry), ID number and with the option of classification (menu setting).
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2.3.7 C-Scan Functions

During U/T testing and during replay, the operator can scroll the window using the scroll bar The C-Scan Viewer includes the necessary functionality to: Replay existing C-Scan data; Export all/selected parts of the C-Scan data in Microsoft Excel (*.csv) or image (*.bmp or .jpg) formats View, modify and print artefacts details :
Zoomable CScan display. Can be copied to Clipboard in numerical and graphical form and pasted in MS Word/Excel
Track kilometry details General artefact details, automatically assigned by ULTRAWave Classification
Tag
Operator Comments
Zoom and echo rendering control. Used to distinguish between strong and weak echo amplitude
Figure 9 C-Scan Properties Window
Find artefacts, based on some search criteria:
Search criteria
Search parameter
Search direction
Figure 10 C-Scan Search Window
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Measure relative/absolute depths and displacements between two nominated points:
C-Scan measurement (absolute/relative), between Point A and B
Point A Point B
Figure 11 C-Scan Measure Window
In post processing an operator can Print screen dump Print all/selected parts of the C-Scan data in summary or detail format
1
4 5
Summary Report (Header Page)
Summary Report
Detail Report
Figure 12 C-Scan Viewer Reports
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2.4 Hand Verification

The Dual HANDWave Module has the facility to process handheld transducer signals. This standalone feature uses various user selected probes to identify and verify potential flaws in the rail. Spot verification is concurrent with regular testing.
Adjustable Gate
Settings can be saved as Presets
Figure 13 Hand Verification Screens from Dual HANDWave
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2.4.1 Operation Control
Figure 14 Operation Control Window
The Operation Control Window allows the operator to control the ultrasonic testing operation The window includes the necessary functionality to: Set and adjust the current track location (kilometry) :
Enter new track location
Figure 15 Change Track Location
Monitor the current speed. Together with the current vehicle speed, the speed limit applicable to the selected rail type is shown. The speed limit for a heavier rail (e.g. UIC60) is lower than the speed limit for a lighter rail (e.g. 41kg). The ultrasonic signal path for a heavier rail is longer than for a lighter rail, and for that reason it takes the signal longer to traverse the rail, slowing down the maximum testing speed. Enter operators comments during ultrasonic testing operation. Comments entered by the operators appear on the C-Scan Viewer
Figure 16 Operators' Comments
Enter Operator's Comments
Operator Comment shown in C-Scan Viewer (real time, replay, fault history)
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Modify any operational settings:
General Settings
Maintenance Settings
Wheel Calibration Settings
Figure 17 Operation Control Settings
2.4.2 Channel Control
Figure 18 Channel Control Window
The Channel Control window allows the operator to set channel-specific parameters The window includes the necessary functionality to: Adjust the gain for each channel (ultrasonic transducer); Disable or enable a channel. In the case that a channel develops a fault, the channel in question can be disabled and rail testing can be completed without this channel. Monitor the health and activity of each ultrasonic channel; Set Entry Echo parameters.
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2.4.3 Gate Editor

The Gate Editor assists the operator in fine-tuning the ultrasonic gates.
Figure 19 Gate Editor Main Window
The main window shows the timing sequence of all gates used for a particular rail (in the above example 60K rail, Class 1). By selecting one particular gate, the operator can inspect its properties See Figure 19 below
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Figure 20 Gate Editor Window
This window includes the necessary functionality to: Modify the shape of the gate (mouse click & drag); Modify whether the gate is used to detect the loss of signal (in the case of Loss-of54), if the transducer operates in pitch-catch or pulse-echo mode, and whether Backwall Echo (BWE) should be detected; [ 54 not used in HANDWave ] Modify the BWE parameters. BWE parameters are indicated by dotted red lines). The max. expected rail wear (Rail Height Tolerance, displayed as RH Tol. in the figure above) is computed automatically from the BWE Start and BWE End parameters (RH Tol = BWE End BWE Start); Modify transducer transmit characteristics. These settings are for advanced applications and do not need to changed normally.
All settings are pre-configured and confirmed in our factory.
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2.4.4 Ultrasonic Test Data

Ultrasonic test data is stored in flat files that contain binary information. These files can be read using CATER tools (C-Scan Viewer or the CATER RIPWave product). Double-clicking on a file will automatically open the ULTRAWave C-Scan Viewer in replay mode, greatly reducing the time required for reviewing test data. Opening a file in replay mode is very efficient. A few seconds are enough to display an average-sized test data file. In order to be able to share ultrasonic test data with Microsoft Word/Excel or imaging tools (Microsoft Paint), they must be opened with the CATER tools provided and then exported as .csv, .bmp or .jpg. Ultrasonic test data are stored in a hierarchical way, grouped by year, month, day of testing. The file name is composed of district, line, track, kilometry and operator comment (note that the naming of district, line and track is read from the relevant configuration files and changes from customer to customer).
Year
Month
Day
Test Data Files
District
Line
Track
Kilometry
Operator Comment
Figure 21 Ultrasonic Testing Data
The grouping/naming of files enables the operator to quickly find test results, either by date (browse directory tree) or by file name (e.g. search all *-211d-* files). A file is automatically created each time the operator starts a testing run (i.e. each time the operator presses the Start Button). During a test run, test data is continuously generated and saved to disk so that any interruption (power failure, software crash) greatly minimises the loss of data. The maximum loss possible is one artefact each for left and right side.
Figure 22 Start Button
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Each typical ultrasonic test data file includes the information shown in the table below. When using the .csv export function, all of the information shown below is written to the .csv file. Artefact:
Shaft encoder location DGPS location Date and time Rail side Severity ID Number Classification Rail type Rail class Status (tag) Rail height Horizontal size Vertical size Sampling Resolution Speed Echoes Comments Action type ID Number
Event:
Shaft encoder location DGPS location Shaft encoder location DGPS location Shaft encoder location Date and time Rail side
Operator Action:
Date and time Rail side Action type ID Number
Operator Comment:
DGPS location Rail side Date and time Operator comment
Header:
Operator name Description of test run Start date & time Company name District ID Line ID Track ID Start location Travel direction Count direction Orientation
Footer:
Vehicle name
End location
End date & time
The size of ultrasonic test data files is difficult to estimate but is in the range of approximately 100kB per km. Files are easily copied/backed up using functions offered by the Microsoft Operating system (for example copy files to USB thumb drive, CD, etc).
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3 Dual HANDWave U/T System Specifications (typical)

These specifications are typical and subject to change, depending on model variations and configurations and if it there is a conflict between a specification stated here and a specification stated in previous sections, the specification stated in the previous sections have precedence. Performance figures are from CATER Laboratory Tests (see CATER Document UW Detection Test 030526.01.ppt) on artificial artefacts.
ULTRAWave, Detection Performance

DP1 Dead Zone 0: 8mm 40: 5mm 70: 3mm 0: rail surface to foot 40: rail surface to foot 70: rail head Hand Probes for rail head Recorded for 0 channels Recorded for 0 channels Rail Corrosion is detected by a special filtering algorithm developed by CATER 1.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm +/- 5 m / km +/- 0.5mm +/- 0.5mm 2mm diameter hole in rail head, simulating a horizontal/vertical crack 1.6mm (W) x 5mm (H) slot on gauge side corner of rail head, simulating a transverse defect 2mm diameter hole in rail foot, simulating rail foot defects (i.e. corrosion) For details, please request a copy of the CATER document UW Detection Test 030526.01.ppt.
DP2
Coverage
DP3 DP4
Loss of Backwall Rail Corrosion
DP5
Resolution: - Longitudinal (location) - Depth - Rail Height Accuracy: - Longitudinal (location) - Depth - Rail Height Minimum Detectable Defect Size (at 4mm resolution)
DP6
DP7
ULTRAWave, Ultrasonic Modules for Dual HANDWave

UM1 UM2 UM3 Configuration Sampling Resolution Gain 2 HANDWave Ultrasonic Modules (UWUM), 5 channels per module simultaneously 1mm-10 mm (selectable in 1mm steps) 255 steps Manual selection for each channel Preset gain values for each rail type/rail class
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UM4
Gate / Threshold
UM5 UM6
Rail Max. Echoes per scan (how many echoes can be recorded simultaneously, per scan) C-Scan Display A-Scan Display Configuration
Configurable, in steps of:- 0.1% (amplitude) - 0.5s (time of flight) Separate for each rail type/class 22kg/m 68kg/m, 8 per channel
UM7 UM8 UM9
Fully digital Fully digital Fully automatic, no calibration required Downloaded from ULTRAWave System Controller USB 2.0 high speed communication Natural convection, no fans required Not applicable 10W (max.), 5W (typically), per module Fit inframe holder
UM10 UM11 UM12 UM13 UM14
Communication with Controller Cooling Air Filtration Power Consumption Mounting
ULTRAWave, Channel Configuration (per side)

CC1 Arrangement 5 channels for each rail (10 channels in total): 0 channel operating in Pulse-Echo mode; 40 channel (x2, front and rear), forward and reverse facing, operating in Pulse-Echo mode; 70 channel (x2, front and rear), forward and reverse facing, operating in Pulse-Echo mode;
CC2
Frequency
Hand verification probes with transducers operating in Pitch-Catch mode 2.25MHz
ULTRAWave, System Controller

SC1 SC2 SC3 SC4 SC5 Operating System Performance Monitor Keyboard Mouse Standard Notebook PC, MS Windows Intel Core 2 Duo, 2.33GHz, 1GB RAM, 160GB HD, or better Notebook screen (typically) Standard, US layout Pen (touch) type
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SC6
C-Scan Viewer - Technology - Display Areas
Colour Coding
PC based Left rail, right rail, status Per ultrasonic channel. Online (during testing operation) and replay (office) Scrollable to view complete test run, both in online and replay mode 2 modes, synchronise to current vehicle location, or synchronise with other window Property Inspector, measuring, search, selections, printing, data export, annotation of artefacts, etc. PC based 10 Hz, user configurable 4 (single rail tester) Amplitude in %, depth in mm, time of flight (TOF) in s Manual and automatic, in CSV format Display of Entry Echo (EE), Backwall Echo (BWE), gate, maximum A-Scan amplitude, rail outline
Modes SC7 Scrolling Synchronisation Tool Suite
A-Scan Viewer - Technology - Refresh Rate - A-Scan Display - Scaling Save of A-Scans Extras
SC8
Operation Control
Run start and stop Calibration start and stop Display of current track location and speed Change track location Change rail type/class Display of overall system status Adjust gain (per channel) Manually disable individual channels Bolthole (BH), Bondhole (bh), Rail End (RE) and Weld (W), Misalignment (MA) One file per test run Grouped by date of test run Native or CSV (Microsoft Excel) Approx. 100kB per kilometre (main line, bolted rail) Approx. 500kB per kilometre (local line, bolted rail) Graphical (summary and detail) Responsibility of the operators Use of Windows XP backup software We suggest the use of DVDs or USB Flash Drive.
SC9 SC10 SC11 SC12 SC13
Channel Control Classification Output Output file format Output file size
SC14 SC15
Reports Backup
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Wheel Probes
WP1 WP2 WP3 WP4 WP5 Diameter Tyre Fluid (Type) Fluid (Pressure) Calibration - Rotational - Transverse - Longitudinal Weight Wearable Parts 165mm (nominal) Polyurethane, flexible, with excellent wear characteristics Glycol / Water mix 30kPa (typical) Fixed, no calibration required Fixed Fixed
WP6 WP7
6kg (approx) Ball bearing, seal, easily exchanged during maintenance
Location Tracking
LT1 LT2 LT3 Resolution Accuracy Track Measuring Range 1mm +/-1m per 1000m -2000km +2000km
Documentation and Manuals

DOC1 Format Electronic, Printed
System Power Requirements

PWR1 PWR2 PWR3 PWR4 Input Voltage for charger Power Consumption Battery Recharge Time 90264VAC, 5060Hz 20W (all inclusive) 12 VDC, 20AH ~ 4 hours
Environmental Conditions
ENV1 NV2 ENV3 Operating Temperature Storage Temperature Humidity Operator Area (external) 5C 40C -10C 65C Up to 99% relative humidity (in storage)
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4 Notice
The CATER Dual HANDWave U/T System has been developed specifically to increase the usefulness and functionality of the ULTRAWave Rail Flaw Detection System. For customer issues, CATER will investigate a reported problem and respond with a suggested workaround or software upgrade. Software upgrades are sent via e-mail and can easily be installed by the rail operators and maintenance personnel. Hardware is available from CATER for all CATER developed components and from other sources. CATER is continuously improving its products from feedback we receive from staff and customers. New software is released to our customers after it has passed rigorous testing with our test facilities on track in Perth. We would be pleased to organise a demonstration of our Dual HANDWave U/T System (as described in this document) to any interested parties. Note: The product described in this document is a typical Dual HANDWave configuration. Exceptions can be configured by the individual client. Please feel free to discuss personalised requirements with CATER. The ULTRAWave and RIPWave software that will actually be installed on a Dual HANDWave U/T System will include all the functions described in this document plus any developed by CATER in the mean time.
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Technical Details Dual HANDWave Ultrasonic Testing System

Version: Dated: Subject:

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Figure 1 CATER Dual HANDWave Tester

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NOTE: Images below of Single Rail HANDWave Tester

ULTRAWave ultrasonic processing Module

Full Adjustments For CANT and LATERAL

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2.1 CATER Dual HANDWave U/T System

Figure 2 Wheel Probe

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Figure 3 Transducer Arrangement and Coverage (typical)

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2.2.2 ULTRAWave Module

5 ultrasonic channels are simultaneously processed by the HANDWave Module.

2.2.3 ULTRAWave Module Power Supply

2.2.4 Couplant Supply

A 10L bottle is optional for a longer testing session

Couplant supply is easily refilled

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2.2.5 Frame (Single HANDWave Tester)

Gauge adjusting leg

Gauge adjusting lock

The lightweight frame can be lifted by one person.

Pin is quickly removed to fold frame

2.2.6 Notebook or Tablet PC

Rugged case for Notebook protection

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C-Scan Viewer: Hand verification Mode:

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2.3.2 Operating System

2.3.3 Startup and Shutdown

2.3.4 SETUP Screen

Figure 4 Dual HANDWave SETUP Screen GUI Screen Layout

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2.3.5 A-Scan Viewer

Figure 5 A-Scan Viewer Window

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Track kilometry details A-Scan measurement (absolute/relative)

Figure 6 A-Scan Properties Windows

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Selectable probe/channel A-Scan Viewer A-Scan with Peak Memory function

Figure 7 A-Scan Viewer Window

Reports and Tags placed by operator or by changes to system

2.3.6 C-Scan Viewer

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