1. Endoscopic imaging

1.1 Benefits – Areas of use

Endoscopy is a technique for the visual exploration of areas inaccessible to the eye. The aim of this technique is usually to observe the inner walls of cavities. The term "endoscopy" comes from the Greek and refers to methods for "looking inside" in a minimally invasive way. This technique is used in many sectors of industry to carry out non-destructive visual inspections. Non-exhaustive examples include: aeronautics (engines, wings, casings, etc.), nuclear power (vessels, steam generators, primary or secondary circuits, etc.), to examine various pipes (weld inspection, surface condition, leakage corrosion detection, etc.) and wherever direct visual examination is impossible. In the medical field, endoscopy plays a key role in the visual examination of...