Coantec, a specialist in industrial inspection equipment, required a sophisticated industrial endoscope product design capable of operating in extreme environments including high-temperature, toxic, and nuclear radiation conditions. The product needed to serve various sectors including aviation, automotive, and energy industries for non-destructive testing applications.

The industrial endoscope product design needed to achieve:

• High-performance imaging in challenging environments

• Compatibility with camera and computer systems for image analysis

• Modular architecture for easy maintenance and repair

• Durability for use in harsh industrial settings

• Cost-effective manufacturing solutions

• Rapid design adaptation from prototype to mass production

Design Research

Our team conducted extensive research on industrial inspection requirements, analyzing user workflows and environmental challenges. We benchmarked existing solutions to identify opportunities for innovation in the industrial endoscope product design.

Industrial Design

We created an ergonomic design focused on user comfort during extended operation. The housing features high-strength materials with excellent environmental resistance, while maintaining intuitive control interfaces and convenient connection ports.

Electronic Design

The electronic design incorporated:

• High-resolution CMOS imaging sensors

• Advanced image processing algorithms

• Efficient power management system

• Robust thermal management solutions

• EMI/EMC compliance engineering

• Real-time image enhancement capabilities

Mechanical Design

Our structural solution featured:

• Modular chassis design for easy assembly

• Environmental sealing for dust/water resistance

• Optimized heat dissipation system

• Lightweight yet durable material selection

• Maintenance-friendly component layout

Prototyping and Testing

We developed functional prototypes for comprehensive validation:

• Imaging performance verification

• Environmental durability testing

• EMC compliance certification

• User experience evaluation

• Compatibility testing with accessory systems

Tooling and Mass Production

We successfully transitioned from prototype to mass production by:

• Developing precision molds for components

• Implementing automated quality control

• Establishing specialized electronic testing procedures

• Optimizing production workflows for cost efficiency

This industrial endoscope product design project delivered a market-leading inspection solution that combines advanced imaging technology with rugged reliability. The product has been widely adopted across multiple industries for non-destructive testing applications, demonstrating excellent performance in challenging environments.

The successful collaboration showcased LKK Design's expertise in complex electromechanical product development, from initial concept to mass production readiness.