Abstract: An apparatus for scanning a cylindrical part is provided. The apparatus includes an ultrasonic transducer operable to emit ultrasonic waves into and receive ultrasonic waves from the part, with the ultrasonic transducer connected to a translation stage to move it up and down the part and around the circumference of the part. The apparatus does not mechanically contact the cylindrical or maintains contact only with soft elements, such that the apparatus does not damage sensitive parts. The apparatus also contains no magnetic parts, nor any elements that rely on magnetic detection, such that the apparatus is capable of being used in the vicinity of a part exhibiting a strong magnetic field.

Abstract: A method of playing a blackjack games prior to cards being dealt, a player places cheques representative of a bet within a betting circle carried on a covering of a gaming table. Additionally, the player places cheques representative of a commission within a RAISE YOUR BET circle carried on the covering. The commission is collected by the dealer. Thereafter, a first card is dealt face-up to the player and a first card is dealt face-down to the dealer. The player is then given an option of increasing the bet. A second card is dealt face-up to the player and a second card is dealt face-up to the dealer. The game then proceeds in a manner of the game of blackjack in the prior art.