Automated Quality Control in Aircraft Cabins

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Automated Quality Control in Aircraft Cabins

DrumView is developing a mobile system for automated quality control in aircraft cabins. The objective of the research project is the complete digital capture of aircraft cabin interiors using advanced sensor technology, image processing, and artificial intelligence. Automated inspections enable the early detection, documentation, and traceable evaluation of damage and quality deviations.

As a project partner, 3D.aero contributes its expertise in mobile robotics, positioning technologies, and automated data acquisition. Together with the project partners, 3D.aero is developing the technological foundation for the efficient and reproducible digitalization of aircraft cabins. The automation and tracking solutions provided by 3D.aero enable precise sensor guidance and create the basis for scalable quality inspection.

Project Objectives

  • Automated capture of aircraft cabins using cameras and sensors

  • Creation of a digital cabin model from thousands of individual images

  • AI-powered detection of damage and quality deviations

  • Digital documentation and traceability of inspection results

Benefits for the Aviation Industry

DrumView supports aircraft manufacturers and suppliers in quality assurance during assembly and prior to aircraft delivery. Automated inspection reduces manual effort, improves the quality of documentation, and helps identify and resolve defects at an early stage. Examples of detectable defects include:

Scratches and surface damage
Contamination and cleanliness issues
Deviations in panel and gap dimensions
Incorrectly installed or missing components

Project Duration

January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2026

Funding

European Regional Development Fund (ERDF), administered by Hamburgische Investitions- und Förderbank (IFB Hamburg)

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Project Partners

  • ZAL Center of Applied Aeronautical Research GmbH

  • Hamburg University of Technology (IFPT)

  • 3D.aero GmbH

Watch the DrumView project video here.

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Your Contact for DrumView

Your Contact for DrumView

With DrumView, we are developing innovative technologies for the automated inspection of aircraft cabins. Get in touch with us to learn more about the project and its potential applications.
Mit DrumView entwickeln wir innovative Technologien für die automatisierte Inspektion von Flugzeugkabinen. Kontaktieren Sie uns, um mehr über das Projekt und seine Potenziale zu erfahren.
Felix Kruse
Mit DrumView entwickeln wir innovative Technologien für die automatisierte Inspektion von Flugzeugkabinen. Kontaktieren Sie uns, um mehr über das Projekt und seine Potenziale zu erfahren.