A system and method for detecting alternator condition is provided. The precursor web is subjected to hydroentanglement on a three-dimensional image transfer device to create a patterned and imaged fabric. The operating mechanism starts and stops the engine and has a plurality of positions including a LOCK position. This placement of the orthogonal cap is such that the collimated light leaving the sealed air cavity may enter the surrounding medium at an angle that is normal to the surface of the medium, such as transparent oil, so that the collimated light does not bend even though the light is traveling from air to a much slower medium. The three-dimensional image data contour points as centered onto each grid point are projected for evaluation and selection of the grid point leading to contour points projecting nearest to the user-identified landmark points. In one aspect, vapor forms of Si, C, and N elements are deposited onto a molten metal catalyst and solid SixCyNz is precipitated therefrom.