Real-time investigation of the lock/un-lock behavior in bearings using in-operando high-resolution Synchrotron Imaging
MPS Watch, a division of MPS Group, is the specialist for ball bearing in the watch industry. The company is the premier partner for tailored ball bearing solutions in any kind of application, empowering the realization of the most ambitious mechanisms designs.
In a continuous effort of performance improvement of the quality and functionality of its products, MPS deep-dives into their bearings thanks to in-operando high-resolution Synchrotron Imaging. The real time observation of the functioning OneWay bearing was a step-up in the analysis of this complex mechanism.
ANAXAM's applied material analytics using in-operando high-resolution Synchrotron Imaging helps MPS Watch to analyze bearings in rotation and during lock and unlock transition. These results will allow targeted improvement of specific components.
For this customer project, ANAXAM used the TOMCAT beamline at the Paul Scherrer Institute.
Synchrotron imaging offers the unique opportunity to perform in-service observation of our bearings. ANAXAM Team quickly understood our challenges and translated them into the most suitable images. This collaboration will allow MPS to further investigate the fine interaction between all the components in complex systems and translate them in design optimization and increased functionality.”
Arnaud Houriet, Research & Innovation,MPS Micro Precision Systems AG
