This diploma thesis discusses the protection of industrial cameras against environmental influences that occur during welding processes. Firstly, the different welding processes are presented, from 3D printing, to repair welding, to pipe welding, and the importance of the camera in terms of monitoring and controlling the process. For each of these, the environmental influences to which the camera is exposed are analysed. Three models of protective enclosures are developed. These include protection against camera overheating, molten spatter and fumes, as well as protection against coolants and water. Cooling solutions include passive air cooling, compressed air blowing and water cooling. Appropriate safety glasses and filters are used to protect against molten spatter. The metal housing design also protects the camera from the extreme electrical conditions of arc welding. A version of the housing based on compressed air blowing is also produced and validated in 3D printing. The test results show that the developed housing adequately protects the camera during welding.
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