en.Wedoany.com Reported - Rohde & Schwarz has launched the next-generation R&S®IMAGER real-time millimeter wave inspection equipment, which uses invisible millimeter waves to penetrate materials and analyzes reflected signals through sensor arrays to generate clear images, revealing hidden structures and material defects. The system employs non-ionizing radiation that does not affect drug efficacy, while supporting three-dimensional representation generation at production speed. Combined with artificial intelligence for image evaluation, it enables automatic detection of missing or misaligned components without reducing throughput.
In the pharmaceutical industry, the non-ionizing radiation of the R&S IMAGER does not alter drug substance efficacy, filling the gap left by camera or weight inspection in pharmaceutical packaging inspection. Multi-layer secondary packaging, cartons, and laminated seals are transparent to millimeter waves, allowing sensors to detect internal syringes, needles, and auto-injector pens. The system generates a three-dimensional representation of each package at production speed, ensuring comprehensive inspection of all components and their correct assembly. Through AI evaluation of three-dimensional images, the production line automatically detects missing or misaligned parts without affecting throughput. Millimeter waves eliminate the risk of radiation damage to sterile products, helping meet regulatory requirements and reduce recalls.
In the logistics sector, the penetration capability of the R&S IMAGER offers significant advantages. Weight scales and conventional surface inspection cannot confirm product quality inside sealed packaging, while X-ray methods raise safety and regulatory concerns. This device projects millimeter waves through plastic, cardboard, and composite materials to generate internal views, revealing missing components, misaligned objects, or damage. Integrated into conveyor belt systems, the R&S IMAGER provides a continuous stream of images analyzed by AI algorithms for real-time content inspection and anomaly detection, reducing the need for manual inspection, improving inventory accuracy, and ensuring complete supply chain documentation for each shipment. The technology also supports the use of more environmentally friendly packaging, where contents can still be reliably monitored even with sustainable but potentially opaque materials.
For the food and beverage industry, the device offers a non-invasive method for inspecting sealed cartons, multi-packs, and glass containers. Millimeter waves easily penetrate standard packaging to reveal hidden missing items, damaged products, or seal defects, detecting the slightest deviations such as vacuum loss in glass bottles. Operators can implement strict safety and quality standards while the production line runs at full speed. Non-ionizing radiation does not affect food quality or employee health, complying with all safety regulations. By detecting defects early, manufacturers can reduce waste, extend shelf life, and enhance brand image.
Across all three application areas, the technical advantage of the R&S IMAGER lies in its system architecture, which allows the scanner to be integrated into existing production control software, enabling engineers to expand inspection capabilities without fundamentally redesigning the manufacturing environment. The shift from surface-based inspection to three-dimensional millimeter wave imaging significantly elevates the level of quality assurance. Facing increasingly complex supply chains and stricter regulations, the ability to rapidly inspect every unit is becoming a key competitive advantage.
