Upgrade from older versions 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7 to actual BeamTool 10

Existing BeamTool user can upgrade to the actual version 10.

The upgrade is possible from the older BeamTool versions 3 or 4 or 5 or 6 or 7.

The upgrade is supported for SoftLock, HardLock and FlashLock formats. The upgrade can only be performed in the same format, like:

• SoftLock to SoftLock
• FlashLoch to FlashLock
• HardLock to HardLock

Requirements

• BeamTool 3 or 4 or 5 or 6 or 7
• Operating system Windows 7 SP1  (x86, x64), Windows 8/8.1  (x86, x64), Windows 10 (x86, x64)
• Operating system Windows Windows Server 2008 SP2  (x86, x64), Windows Server 2008 R2 SP2  (x86, x64), Windows Server 2012  (x64), Windows Server 2012 R2x64)
• Microsoft .NET Framework 4.6 or higher
• Processor 1GHz or faster
• RAM 512 MB or more
• Hard disc 4.5 GB or more

Standard package

• Upgrade as BeamTool download and new license key
• SoftLock users will receive an additional serial number with which to activate the add-on
• HardLock and FlashLock users will receive an upgrade for their HASP-USB-Key
• No additional modules (Add-on). These must be ordered separately
• OnLine Help in Englisch (no printed operating manual)

Tips for the operation and use

• The SoftLock license uses a serial number to activate BeamTool on a single computer.  If you want to use the license on another computer, you must first deactivate the software on the current computer before you can reactivate it on another.
• The HardLock and FlashLock license uses a HASP USB key to activate BeamTool.  BeamTool may be installed on multiple machines but will only run with the HASP key present.

Possible influences on the results

• With the calculation of ray tracing BeamTool 10 uses the geometrical data of the part, and its physical data (sound velocities) entered by the user, as well as all relevant data of the selected probe and delay line at room temperature (20°C). Further influences, e.g. the surface condition of the part and temperature deviations of the probe and delay may have an unexpected effect on the sound propagation. These influences, but also the material structure (sound attenuation, scattering and un-isotropy) of the real part are not considered in BeamTool 10 !

  BeamTool 10 only calculates the results based on the sound velocity entered by the user. Possible mode conversion, that may occur with sound reflection at boundaries are not taken into consideration, and may lead to unexpected artifacts with later practical application.

  The geometrical and technical data of the probes and delay lines or wedges filed in the integrated database relate to the data supplied to Eclipse Scientific by the individual probe manufacturers. Continuous development of new probes and wedges or changes by the manufacturer, even minor differences to the existing stored data, but also incorrect entries of values in the database, may have a negative influence on the calculation of sound propagation. However, with Ultrasonic inspection according to standards, probe and wedge data must always be checked using a designated reference block with artificial reflectors.

  BeamTool 10 always calculates the acoustical axis of the corresponding beam based on the entered probe and wedge data. Any side or grating lobes of the sound beam are not considered.

• Summary:      BeamTool 10 calculates the sound propagation of the Ultrasonic wave based on a simple physical model, which best describes the physics of sound propagation and reflection. Influences, as described above, may effect the simulation results of BeamTool 10. Therefore it is very important to verify the results, when converting the BeamTool scan plan into practice!

Limitation of Eclipse Scientific’s Obligation & Liability

• The manufactur company Eclipse Scientific shall not be liable to Reseller or any of its customers for any special indirect, incidental or exemplary damages, including, but not limited to, loss of business, loss of profit, loss or damage resulting from the loss of data, inability to access Internet, or inability to transmit or receive information, caused by, or resulting from, delays, non-deliveries, or service interruptions caused by Eclipse Scientific or the Product, even if Eclipse Scientific has been advised of the possibility of such damages.
• Eclipse Scientific’s liability to Reseller and any customer of Reseller is limited to the purchase price received by Eclipse Scientific for the relevant Product.