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Years Active: 2024-2025
Title: Innovations by Sergio Damasceno Soares
Introduction
Sergio Damasceno Soares is a notable inventor based in Petrópolis, Brazil. He has made significant contributions to the field of sensor technology, particularly in the areas of shearography and interferometry. With a total of 2 patents, his work has advanced methods for inspection and measurement in various applications.
Latest Patents
Sergio's latest patents include a "Shearography and interferometry sensor with multidirectional dynamic phase shifting and method of inspection and measurement of vibration modes." This invention addresses a multidirectional dynamic phase shifting interferometry (DPSI) shearography and interferometry sensor. It utilizes a configuration with three fixed prisms or a single fixed three-facet optical prism to achieve the same effect as three prisms, allowing for the simultaneous acquisition of three images with phase shifting. Additionally, it encompasses a method for inspecting and measuring vibration modes using the sensor.
Another significant patent is the "Method and system for inspection of joints in composite pipes and of composite repairs in metallic pipelines." This disclosure relates to techniques for inspecting joints and repairs in pipelines. The method involves emitting a series of acoustic wave pulses at different frequencies from a collar of acoustic transducers positioned at a predetermined distance from the joint or repair to be inspected. It includes recording echoes of wave displacements and generating a flattened C-Scan image for each frequency of pulse emission.
Career Highlights
Sergio has worked with prominent organizations such as Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. (Petrobras) and Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina (UFSC). His experience in these institutions has contributed to his expertise in sensor technology and pipeline inspection methods.
Collaborations
Throughout his career, Sergio has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Fabiana Dias Fonseca Martins and Ana Lucia Fampa Seabra D'Almeida. These collaborations have further enriched his work and innovations in the field.
Conclusion
Sergio Damasceno Soares is a distinguished inventor whose contributions to sensor technology have paved the way for advancements in inspection methods. His innovative patents reflect his commitment to improving technology in practical applications.