Acuity has an opening for a software engineer developing a system for real-time measurement of the motion of aircraft and spacecraft models in transonic wind tunnels. We have combined a laser pattern projection hardware with a synchronized camera system, and have demostrated 6-DOF determination of model pose. Phase 2 will build on this, using multiple images and integrating the capabilities into products for real-time computation of object motion, vibration, and deformation. This work is being performed under contract to Arnold Air Force Base, home of some of the world's largest wind tunnels.

Projective geometry is used to determine relative motion between multiple cameras and the model under test. The measurement techniques to be developed will work with passive video and painted surface markings as well as with active laser pattern projection on unmarked surfaces. Future applications include structural vibration and strain visualization as well as automated manufacturing inspection and quality control.