iX-Pect is a software specifically developed for X-ray applications, which can be flexibly and powerfully used in various areas. Image acquisition, evaluation, and archiving of X-ray images seamlessly blend into one another. Regular updates ensure that the software meets the diverse requirements of industry, research, and development.

Preparing an image

For capturing an X-ray image, all parameters (e.g., exposure time and resolution) are set in a clear window.

A diagram shows the current camera signal, allowing you to directly check the effects of the settings. This allows the configuration to be quickly and precisely adjusted before starting the actual image capture.

Live view during image capture

During the scanning process, the current X-ray image is displayed line by line in a full-screen window and scrolls across the screen.

The scrolling can be paused at any time to examine details more closely. Using the magnifying function, areas of the image can be enlarged while the image capture continues uninterrupted in the background.

Image optimization and filters

After capture, the brightness and contrast of the X-ray image can be precisely adjusted using a histogram.

Additionally, various filters are available for optimizing image quality, including:

• Contrast enhancement

• Edge sharpening

• Noise reduction

The original image data is always preserved, allowing you to return to the initial version at any time

Measurement tools

With the integrated measurement functions, you can determine distances and diameters directly in the image (optionally in millimeters, inches, or pixels).

Additionally, grayscale profiles (progression of grayscales along a measurement line) can be displayed and analyzed.

Statistical evaluations are also available, for example, to compare the signal-to-noise ratio of different images.

Meta information

Meta information such as date, time, and capture parameters are recorded with each image. Additionally, user-defined data such as company, department, or serial number can be added.

This information is stored with the images and can be retrieved when needed or displayed directly in the image via flexibly configurable overlays.

Saving, loading, and exporting

X-ray images are saved in the proprietary “PIX” format, which contains image data and other important information (meta-data, contrast settings, etc.).

The integrated Image Browser allows for comfortable navigation through stored images, e.g., when evaluating series of images.

For further processing in other programs, the images can be exported to standard formats such as TIFF, PNG, or JPG.