Automated Optical Inspection (AOI)

• AOI uses high-resolution cameras and computer algorithms to visually inspect the external surfaces of components and assemblies.
• Advantages of AOI Testing
  • Speed: AOI is much faster than manual inspection, allowing for real-time feedback and quicker detection of defects, which is critical in high-volume manufacturing environments.
  • Consistency: The automated nature of AOI ensures that inspections are consistent across the entire production run, reducing human error and variability.
  • High Accuracy: AOI systems can detect minute defects with incredible accuracy, including very small soldering issues, surface imperfections, or minor misalignments that would be hard for the human eye to detect.
  • Cost-Effective: While AOI systems may require an initial investment in equipment, they can significantly reduce labor costs associated with manual inspection, and they can operate 24/7 without fatigue.
  • Non-Destructive: AOI is