3D digital image correlation is a technique that relies on a precise relationship between two cameras. For decades, researchers have spent countless hours in the pursuit of the perfect stereo angle and exact focus. In a growing number of applications, repetitive testing is required, and researchers are calling on DIC to provide precise, non-contact strain and deformation measurements in successive, identical tests. In these scenarios, valuable testing time is lost to necessary but laborious camera setup and adjustments. After an extensive testing and iterative design process, we are proud to introduce the Blue Hawk system.

Compared to the variety of fixed field-of-view (FOV) DIC options available, VIC-3D with the Blue Hawk system offers more adjustability without compromising convenience, so researchers can measure a wide variety of applications with minimal adjustment. Once the FOV preference is set (with easy lens/baseline adjustments to pre-determined fixed locations), the system can be used repeatedly with the same stereo calibration model. This combination of precision and repeatability produces highly accurate results with an unmatched level of convenience.