# 1. Introduction

The Rhopoint Aesthetix Measurement System comprises of the Aesthetix measurement sensor, Rhopoint Appearance Elements software and an optional API interface.

This help guide will assist you in connecting the instrument, operating the software, integrating it into your workflow, and utilise the results to enhance your products or processes.


## Aesthetix Measurements to Mimic Human Perception
The Aesthetix system uses advanced imaging technology to precisely analyze how surfaces interact with light.

By capturing HD high-resolution images under controlled lighting conditions, Aesthetix quantifies surface appearance in a way that closely mirrors human perception, delivering critical insights into surface quality and visual characteristics.

## Modular Format Software
The modular format of the Aesthetix system offers significant flexibility and cost efficiency.

Users can pay only for the measurement capabilities they need, reducing upfront investment.

This approach also provides easy access to additional features or future measurement modules, ensuring the system can evolve alongside changing requirements.

The modular design makes the Aesthetix a scalable and adaptable solution for a wide range of applications.
- **Surface Brilliance Module**: Measures gloss, haze, DOI, Waviness (Orange Peel) and Visual Gloss. Used to evaluate the reflective quality and visual appeal of high-gloss surfaces.
- **[Effect Pigment Module](Effects-Finish-Module.md):** Analyzes the appearance of metallic and pearlescent pigments, ensuring consistent and vibrant effects.
- **[Surface Texture Module](Texture-Module.md)**: Captures surface roughness, cell amplitude and size, and hill to valley reflectiveness of textured surfaces to ensure uniformity and quality.
- **[Polishing Quality Module](Polishing-Quality-Module.md)**: Simultaneously measure glossiness, haze, polishing defects and scratches to optimise polishing processes and ensure consistent finishes.
- **[Cross-cut Adhesion Module](Crosscut-Module.md)**: Objectively quantify the results of adhesion strength tests, providing reproducible results that confirm suitability and durability of paints and coatings.
- **Bespoke Measurement Modules**: Rhopoint offers bespoke measurement modules where measurement capability is exactly matched to end user requirements.

## Measure Flat and Curved Parts
The Aesthetix system is designed to assess flat parts, curved surfaces, and small areas using both contact and non-contact methods.

## Versatile Integration Options
The Aesthetix can function as a portable device, be integrated into fixed installations, operate robotically, or serve as a measurement sensor directly within production lines.

## Powerful Software- share, store, analyse results
Rhopoint Appearance Elements Software is integral to the Rhopoint Aesthetix system, offering built-in image analysis, a results database, cloud data storage, and comprehensive results analysis and reporting software. This powerful combination ensures efficient data management and in-depth surface quality assessment.

## Optional API Integration
Rhopoint Appearance Elements Software offers an optional API for seamless integration with existing systems, allowing users to automate data retrieval, analysis, and reporting processes, thereby enhancing efficiency in surface quality assessment.


