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Borescope Aids Welding In Confined SpacesWelding torch holds video borescope to give operator view of workpiece in enclosed space. Operator sees clear, magnified image on video monitor and manipulates torch accordingly, despite visual obstruction presented by enclosure. Tinted shield tilted up while torch being positioned, then down to block excess light during welding. Reduces welding time by 50 percent, and increases quality of weld substantially.
Document ID
19900000426
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Other - NASA Tech Brief
Authors
Carrasco, Eddie
(Rockwell International Corp.)
Acuna, Ronald A.
(Rockwell International Corp.)
Date Acquired
August 14, 2013
Publication Date
August 1, 1990
Publication Information
Publication: NASA Tech Briefs
Volume: 14
Issue: 8
ISSN: 0145-319X
Subject Category
Fabrication Technology
Report/Patent Number
MFS-29635
Accession Number
90B10426
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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