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Comprehensive and Highly Accurate Measurements of Crane Runways, Profiles and Fastenings
Dirk Dennig1, Johannes Bureick2, Johannes Link3
1Geodetic Institute, Leibniz Universität Hannover, Nienburger Str. 1, 30167 Hannover, Germany. dennig@gih.uni-hannover.de.
Sensors (Basel, Switzerland)
|May 16, 2017
Summary
Traditional crane runway surveying lacks objectivity and reproducibility. The Advanced Rail Track Inspection System (ARTIS) offers a novel solution for precise 3D rail positioning and condition assessment, improving safety and efficiency.
Area of Science:
- Geomatics Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Industrial Metrology
Background:
- Current crane runway surveying methods lack objectivity and reproducibility.
- Existing processes often fail to capture crucial rail and fastening condition data.
- International standards (ISO 12488-1) mandate specific survey target values.
Purpose of the Study:
- To address the limitations of conventional crane runway surveying.
- To introduce the Advanced Rail Track Inspection System (ARTIS) for comprehensive rail measurement.
- To present the development, calibration, and testing of the ARTIS system.
Main Methods:
- Development of the ARTIS system, comprising a monitoring vehicle and external tracking sensor.
- Kinematic observation capabilities from outside the direct rail path.
- Measurement of 3D rail position, cross-section, joints, and rail fastenings.
Main Results:
- ARTIS enables kinematic observations from external positions.
- The system successfully measures 3D rail position, rail cross-section, joints, and fastenings.
- Test measurements demonstrate the system's capability for detailed crane runway assessment.
Conclusions:
- ARTIS provides an objective and reproducible method for surveying crane runways.
- The system enhances the assessment of critical components like rail fastenings.
- ARTIS represents a significant advancement in ensuring crane runway integrity and operational safety.
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