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R SPECIALTY LENSES FOR NUCLEAR MONITORING


esolve Optics is an internationally respected supplier of speciality radiation resistant lenses for nuclear monitoring systems.


These lenses, available in fixed focus and zoom configurations, are designed to withstand high levels of radiation and extreme temperatures, making them essential optical components for cameras and sensors used to monitor reactor cores, hot cells, and waste storage facilities. The lenses use specially selected cerium oxide doped glass, enabling them to endure radiation doses of up to 100,000,000 rad and temperatures up to 55°C while maintaining good performance. They provide high image resolution and minimum geometric distortion from 400 to 750nm. As market leader in this demanding area – Resolve Optics has over the last 25 years estab- lished a wide range of fixed focus and zoom non browning lens designs that can be quickly tailored to meet your exact needs.


To meet the higher resolution demands of CMOS sensors, Resolve Optics are developing a new range of High Definition (HD) radiation tolerant fixed focus lenses. At Vision 2026, a new 9mm f/2 radiation resistant HD lens (the Model 419) will be launched with more focal lengths to follow shortly.


Resolve Optics www.resolveoptics.com SPOT THE HEAT. HEAR THE LEAK. ALL FROM YOUR SMARTPHONE. A


s maintenance teams face growing pressure to keep assets running with fewer technicians and tighter schedules, they need inspection tools that are faster, easier to use and seamlessly connected to mobile workflows. To meet this need, Fluke announced the expansion of its Fluke iSee Mobile Imaging Series with two new professional imaging solutions: the TC03A Thermal Camera and the ii01 Acoustic Camera for Android devices. Together, the new cameras enable maintenance teams to detect hidden thermal and acoustic anomalies using compact, mobile tools that deliver profession- al-grade diagnostics directly from a smartphone. The TC03A Thermal Camera helps identify thermal anom- alies, while the ii01 Acoustic Camera uses advanced acoustic imaging to pinpoint compressed air leaks. “Professional diagnostics can no longer be confined to specialised equipment. They need to be available wherever technicians are working. Especially as maintenance teams are expected to inspect more assets and prevent failures before they occur,” said Vineet Thuvara, Chief Product Officer at Fluke. “This innovation makes advanced diag- nostics more accessible, giving more technicians the ability to quickly identify hidden thermal and acoustic issues with professional-grade tools that fit the way they work. This helps organisations shift from reactive troubleshooting to more proactive, data-driven maintenance.”


INSPECT MORE. REACH FURTHER. Maintenance teams are under constant pressure to inspect more equipment in less time, often without shutting down systems or accessing hard-to-reach components. Infrared thermography and acoustic imaging allow technicians to survey larger areas, identify potential problems from a distance and focus


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and make informed decisions in the field. But not every maintenance issue reveals itself through heat. Some problems produce sound instead, requiring a different approach to quickly locate the source.


FAST, PRECISE LEAK DETECTION WITH II01 The Fluke ii01 acoustic camera uses SoundMap technology to help technicians locate compressed air and gas leaks, including in areas that can be difficult to access. With a detection frequency range of 2 kHz to 48 kHz and a detection range of up to 50 metres, depending on site conditions, ii01 can help technicians scan larger areas and pinpoint potential leak sources without inspecting every connection individually.


hands-on investigation where it matters most. Infrared thermography is recognised as a non-contact inspection method that can provide broad inspection coverage and quickly identify thermal anomalies.


HIGH-PERFORMANCE THERMAL IMAGING WITH TC03A


The ability to inspect without physical contact makes thermal imaging especially useful for assessing multiple assets or areas that are difficult, time-consuming or unsafe to reach. The Fluke TC03A mobile thermal camera combines 384 × 288 thermal resolution with SuperResolution up to 768 × 576 to provide detailed images. Manual focus supports inspections across a range of distances, from close-up electronics to equip- ment that may be difficult to access directly. Identifying an anomaly is only the first step; techni- cians also need to understand what they are seeing and determine what action to take. Integrated with the Fluke iSee app, TC03A provides temperature-dif- ference insights, multi-mode alerts and real-time warnings to help technicians quickly assess findings


Once a potential leak is identified, technicians need information to help them assess the issue on site. A one-key leak mode quickly highlights potential leak sources, while real-time dB readings provide additional diagnostic information to support follow-up inspection and repair.


COMPACT, CONNECTED AND BUILT FOR THE FIELD


Whether technicians are looking for abnormal heat across a large facility or tracking down a leak in a hard-to-reach location, the goal is the same: find potential problems sooner, with less time spent accessing individual assets.


Both TC03A and ii01 are part of the Fluke iSee Mobile Series, combining professional inspection capabilities with a mobile-first platform to help techni- cians identify potential problems, prioritise follow-up and keep maintenance moving.


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