RIB3D 3D Rebar Measurement and Analysis

Short Summary

The RIB3D TestBed is an advanced 3D metrology system designed for fully automated geometric measurement and analysis of reinforcing bars, ribbed steels, threaded fasteners, and complex surfaces. The
system enables fast and accurate evaluation of geometric properties, delivering international standard compliant reporting within minutes.
RIB3D integrates dedicated measurement hardware with advanced software for data processing, analysis, and reporting. It supports measurement of more than 30 parameters and enables automatic comparison with defined standards, generation of customized reports and storage of measurement data. The system is designed to support Industry 4.0 applications, featuring compatibility with robotic systems, AI integration, carbon tracking, and real-time remote network reporting. In the context of Industry 5.0, the TestBed contributes to human-centered and data-driven manufacturing by improving decision-making processes, reducing manual inspection effort and enabling more efficient and reliable quality control in industrial environments.

Futuristic 3D measurement system scanning a ribbed steel bar with blue light
Domain

DeepTech Area(s)

Artificial Intelligence, Robotics

Application Domain

Manufacturing, Maintenance and Inspection

Hosting Institution and Principal Investigator Information
Name of host organization
Creon Scientia d.o.o.
Name of building
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Physical Address
Dunajska Cesta 56, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia
Website Links
http://www.psaron.com/
Institutional contact name
For access through CITADELS project please contact Pomurje Technology Park
Institutional contact email
info@p-tech.si or marko@p-tech.si
Principal Investigator name
Creon Scientia d.o.o.
Position / Institutional role
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Email

For access through CITADELS project please contact Pomurje Technology Park at info@p-tech.si or marko@p-tech.si

Funding source(s) for TestBed's acquisition
Creon Scientia d.o.o.
Technical Description
Hardware
  • The RIB3D system is available in multiple configurations, with specifications varying across three product series. Therefore, technical parameters may differ between TestBed implementations. For detailed specifications, refer to the official
    RIB3D brochure.
  • 3D measurement unit: Automated system for 3D geometric measurement of reinforcing bars, ribbed steels, threaded fasteners, and complex surfaces.
  • Optical measurement system: Integrated sensing and imaging
    components for capturing high-resolution geometric data.
  • Sample handling and positioning system: Mechanism for positioning and stabilizing measured components during inspection.
  • Industrial computer and control unit: Integrated computing system for measurement control, data processing, and analysis.
  • Networking interface: Hardware interface enabling real-time data transfer and remote reporting.
Software
  • Integrated measurement software: Software for automated 3D measurement, data processing, analysis, and standard-compliant reporting.
  • Data management and reporting system: System for storage of raw data, systematic archiving of measurements, and generation of customizable reports.
  • Connectivity and AI functions: Support for real-time data exchange, remote reporting, and AI-based data analysis.
Standards that apply
  • N/A
Application Cases
  • 3D measurement of reinforcing bars and steel components - Use of the system for automated 3D geometric measurement of reinforcing bars, ribbed steels, threaded fasteners, and complex surfaces.
  • Standard-compliant measurement and reporting - Generation of measurement results and reports in accordance with international standards for geometric inspection.
  • Automated measurement in industrial environments - Deployment of the system for automated measurement processes in industrial environments, supporting faster inspection compared to manual methods.
Potential Stakeholders

Non-academic stakeholders

Industrial partners

SMEs

Startups

Professional associations

Academic stakeholders

Undergraduate students

MSc students

PhD students

Researchers

Exploitation Scenarios
Internal academic research
No
Collaborative research with external academic partners
Yes
Contract research / Proof-of-Concept for industry
Yes
Pilot / DeepTech Deployment in operational environment
Yes
Training services (courses, workshops, certification)
Yes
Service provision (testing, benchmarking, validation)
Yes
Open access for walk-in users (e.g. open days / hackathons)
No
Further Information

Further information about this testbed can be found HERE.