Lämpökuvauksen

Lämpökuvauksen, also known as thermography or thermal imaging, is a technique used to visualize temperature distribution. It works by capturing infrared radiation emitted by an object, which is then translated into a visual image where different colors represent different temperatures. Objects with higher temperatures emit more infrared radiation and appear as brighter or different colored spots on the thermal image compared to cooler objects.

This technology has a wide range of applications across various fields. In building inspections, it can detect heat loss through insulation defects, air leaks, or moisture issues. In the medical field, thermography can be used to identify inflammation, circulatory problems, or even diagnose certain conditions. In industrial settings, it is employed for predictive maintenance of machinery, identifying overheating components that could lead to failure. It is also used in security for detecting intruders in low-light conditions, and in scientific research for observing thermal phenomena.

The equipment used for thermography typically includes a thermal camera and specialized software for image analysis. Thermal cameras are sensitive to infrared wavelengths and can measure temperatures with high accuracy. The resulting images, called thermograms, provide a non-contact method of temperature measurement and assessment, offering valuable insights into the thermal properties of materials and systems without disturbing them.