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10-06-2016 дата публикации

Виброконтактное измерительное устройство

Номер: RU0000162311U1

Виброконтактное измерительное устройство, содержащее корпус, основание, виброгенератор, возбудитель колебаний, измерительный стержень, жестко закрепленный на якоре виброгенератора, который связан с корпусом посредством упругого элемента и отсчетное устройство, отличающееся тем, что виброгенератор выполнен в виде закрепленного в основании постоянного кольцевого магнита, внутри которого расположена с возможностью перемещения обмотка якоря с закрепленным на нем диэлектрическим штоком, жестко связанным с установленным перпендикулярно его оси измерительным стержнем, выполненным токопроводящим и соединенным с входом возбудителя колебаний, выполненным в виде счетного триггера, выходы которого соединены с входами вычитающего операционного усилителя, который через потенциометр, инвертирующий интегратор и усилитель мощности соединен с обмоткой якоря виброгенератора, причем общий провод счетного триггера соединен с измеряемой деталью, а его инверсный выход подключен к отсчетному устройству, выполненному в виде цифрового частотомера. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 162 311 U1 (51) МПК G01B 7/12 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ТИТУЛЬНЫЙ (21)(22) Заявка: ЛИСТ ОПИСАНИЯ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ 2015150412/28, 24.11.2015 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 24.11.2015 (45) Опубликовано: 10.06.2016 Бюл. № 16 1 6 2 3 1 1 R U (57) Формула полезной модели Виброконтактное измерительное устройство, содержащее корпус, основание, виброгенератор, возбудитель колебаний, измерительный стержень, жестко закрепленный на якоре виброгенератора, который связан с корпусом посредством упругого элемента и отсчетное устройство, отличающееся тем, что виброгенератор выполнен в виде закрепленного в основании постоянного кольцевого магнита, внутри которого расположена с возможностью перемещения обмотка якоря с закрепленным на нем диэлектрическим штоком, жестко связанным с установленным перпендикулярно его оси измерительным стержнем, выполненным ...

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26-07-2018 дата публикации

Виброконтактное измерительное устройство

Номер: RU0000181793U1

Полезная модель относится к метрологии и может быть использована для измерения внутренних и наружных диаметров цилиндрических деталей. Виброконтактный измеритель, содержащий корпус, основание, виброгенератор, возбудитель колебаний, измерительный стержень, жестко закрепленный на якоре виброгенератора, который связан с корпусом посредством упругого элемента, и отсчетное устройство. На измерительном стержне закреплены два тензорезистора, соединенные в мостовую схему, выход которой соединен со входом возбудителя колебаний, выполненного в виде усилителя мощности, положительный выход которого соединен со входом компаратора прямого хода, выход которого через логический элемент ИЛИ соединен с неинвертирующим входом триггера прямого хода и через логический элемент ИЛИ с инвертирующим входом триггера обратного хода, а отрицательный выход усилителя мощности соединен со входом компаратора обратного хода, выход которого соединен с неинвертирующим входом триггера обратного хода и через логический элемент ИЛИ с инвертирующим входом триггера прямого хода. Выход триггера прямого хода соединен с началом обмотки якоря, а выход триггера обратного хода соединен с концом обмотки якоря и отсчетным устройством. Технический результат - повышение точности измерения диаметров цилиндрических деталей. 4 ил. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 181 793 U1 (51) МПК G01B 7/12 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК G01B 7/12 (2018.05) (21)(22) Заявка: 2018116726, 04.05.2018 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: Дата регистрации: 26.07.2018 (45) Опубликовано: 26.07.2018 Бюл. № 21 Адрес для переписки: 400005, г. Волгоград, пр. Ленина, 28, ВолгГТУ, отдел интеллектуальной собственности (73) Патентообладатель(и): Федеральное государственное бюджетное образовательное учреждение высшего образования "Волгоградский государственный технический университет" (ВолгГТУ) (RU) (56) Список документов, цитированных в отчете о ...

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09-04-2019 дата публикации

Прибор для измерения диаметра ствола по дуге окружности ствола

Номер: RU0000188361U1

Заявленное приспособление относится к приборам для измерения диаметра ствола деревьев. Прибор для измерения диаметра ствола дерева по дуге окружности ствола содержит мерную вилку с обеими поворотными ножками, соединенными тросиком, при этом, что на мерной вилке установлена рукоятка, на которой с помощью оси закреплен рычаг, соединенный с мерной лентой, прикрепленной через кольцо к тросику. Кроме того, в верхней части рукоятки установлен указатель, показывающий на мерной ленте диаметр ствола. Техническим результатом является возможность измерения диаметра нижней части стволов растущих деревьев. 2 ил. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 188 361 U1 (51) МПК G01B 5/08 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК G01B 5/08 (2018.08) (21) (22) Заявка: 2018108809, 12.03.2018 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 12.03.2018 09.04.2019 (45) Опубликовано: 09.04.2019 Бюл. № 10 (56) Список документов, цитированных в отчете о поиске: SU 21123 A1, 31.07.1931. SU 514590 A1, 25.05.1976. SU 195762 A1, 04.05.1967. RU 2226669 C2, 10.04.2004. JP 2010243383 A, 28.10.2010. JP 55128101 A, 03.10.1980. CN 107726947 A, 23.02.2018. R U (54) Прибор для измерения диаметра ствола по дуге окружности ствола (57) Реферат: Заявленное приспособление относится к помощью оси закреплен рычаг, соединенный с приборам для измерения диаметра ствола мерной лентой, прикрепленной через кольцо к деревьев. Прибор для измерения диаметра ствола тросику. Кроме того, в верхней части рукоятки дерева по дуге окружности ствола содержит установлен указатель, показывающий на мерной мерную вилку с обеими поворотными ножками, ленте диаметр ствола. Техническим результатом соединенными тросиком, при этом, что на мерной является возможность измерения диаметра вилке установлена рукоятка, на которой с нижней части стволов растущих деревьев. 2 ил. Стр.: 1 U 1 U 1 Адрес для переписки: 660049, г. Красноярск, пр-кт Мира, 90, ФГБОУ ВО Красноярский ГАУ, ...

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10-10-2019 дата публикации

Прибор для определения влажности прикамбиального слоя и толщины коры дерева

Номер: RU0000193031U1

Полезная модель относится к приборостроению и может быть использована в исследованиях древесно-кустарниковой растительности. Прибор для определения влажности прикамбиального слоя и толщины коры дерева содержит датчик с двумя игольчатыми электродами, расположенными в одной плоскости, ручку-упор, измерительный блок и толщиномер коры, размещенный между датчиком и ручкой-упором и представляющий собой трубку с находящимся внутри нее полукруглым резцом. Снаружи толщиномера нанесена миллиметровая шкала с обозначением сантиметров от 0 до 5. Внутри измерительного блока расположены, по меньшей мере, шестнадцать микроконтроллеров, каждый из которых выполнен с возможностью построения тарировочной кривой, измерения влажности прикамбиального слоя и определения балла категории состояния отдельной породы дерева. Технический результат - повышение функциональных возможностей, снижение трудоемкости и сокращение времени на определение влажности прикамбиального слоя, толщины коры и балла категории состояния дерева. 3 з.п. ф-лы, 1 ил. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 193 031 U1 (51) МПК G01N 27/04 (2006.01) G01N 9/36 (2006.01) G01B 5/06 (2006.01) G01B 5/08 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК G01N 27/04 (2019.05); G01B 5/06 (2019.05) (21)(22) Заявка: 2019116917, 31.05.2019 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 10.10.2019 Приоритет(ы): (22) Дата подачи заявки: 31.05.2019 (45) Опубликовано: 10.10.2019 Бюл. № 28 1 9 3 0 3 1 R U (56) Список документов, цитированных в отчете о поиске: RU 2180746 C1, 20.03.2002. SU 1129487 A1, 15.12.1984. RU 136579 U1, 10.01.2014. US D346751 S1, 10.05.1994. US 8727608 B2, 20.05.2014. DE 4319603 A1, 16.12.1993. (54) ПРИБОР ДЛЯ ОПРЕДЕЛЕНИЯ ВЛАЖНОСТИ ПРИКАМБИАЛЬНОГО СЛОЯ И ТОЛЩИНЫ КОРЫ ДЕРЕВА (57) Реферат: Полезная модель относится к сантиметров от 0 до 5. Внутри измерительного приборостроению и может быть использована в блока расположены, по меньшей мере, исследованиях ...

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13-07-2020 дата публикации

Устройство для контроля отложений на поверхностях теплообмена

Номер: RU0000198469U1

Полезная модель относится к области контроля поверхностей теплообмена и может быть применена в химической, нефтехимической, энергетической, металлургической промышленности, а также в жилищно-коммунальном хозяйстве.Технический результат полезной модели - возможность использования устройства для диагностирования поверхностей теплообмена, с целью контроля толщины отложений в режиме реального времени, при том, что устройство мобильно и компактно, его можно использовать в помещениях и при уличных условиях.Технический результат достигается тем, что устройство для контроля отложений на поверхностях теплообмена, состоящее из корпуса с ручкой и с отверстиями, в которых помещены пьезоэлектрический датчик, соединенный с аналого-цифровым преобразователем, который подключен к персональному компьютеру, и ударник, управление которого происходит с помощью тумблера, и что, в свою очередь, позволит снизить трудоемкость контроля состояния поверхностей теплообмена, устраняя недостатки прототипа. 2 ил. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 198 469 U1 (51) МПК G01B 5/00 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК G01B 5/00 (2020.02) (21)(22) Заявка: 2019137172, 19.11.2019 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: Дата регистрации: 13.07.2020 (45) Опубликовано: 13.07.2020 Бюл. № 20 (54) Устройство для контроля отложений на поверхностях теплообмена (57) Реферат: Полезная модель относится к области Технический результат достигается тем, что контроля поверхностей теплообмена и может устройство для контроля отложений на быть применена в химической, нефтехимической, поверхностях теплообмена, состоящее из корпуса энергетической, металлургической с ручкой и с отверстиями, в которых помещены промышленности, а также в жилищнопьезоэлектрический датчик, соединенный с коммунальном хозяйстве. аналого-цифровым преобразователем, который Технический результат полезной модели подключен к персональному компьютеру, и возможность ...

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08-09-2020 дата публикации

Устройство для проверки глубины дефектов на поверхности катания колеса

Номер: RU0000199569U1

Полезная модель относится к измерительной технике, а именно к устройствам для измерения и контроля геометрических параметров поверхности катания колесных пар железнодорожного транспорта, и может быть использована при техническом обслуживании вагонов при эксплуатации и текущем ремонте, например 7600.31.10.202 вагонов метро серии 81-760/761.Техническим результатом полезной модели является повышение точности измерения при сохранении простоты конструкции и сокращении времени проведения замера.Технический результат достигается тем, что устройство для проверки глубины дефектов на поверхности катания колеса содержит основание Г-образной формы, которое состоит из горизонтальной и вертикальной частей, согласно настоящей полезной модели на горизонтальной части выполнена призма для упора на гребне колеса, установленная перпендикулярно плоскости основания Г-образной формы, направляющая прорезь, выполненная на горизонтальной части основания Г-образной формы, в которую установлен держатель с цифровой индикаторной головкой и щупом, при этом держатель выполнен с возможностью перемещения вдоль направляющей прорези и фиксации на ней при помощи гайки, выдвижной упор выполнен с возможностью регулировки по высоте, вертикальная часть выполнена с возможностью упора на внешнюю поверхность колеса. 2 ил. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 199 569 U1 (51) МПК G01B 5/00 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК G01B 5/00 (2020.02) (21)(22) Заявка: 2020106546, 12.02.2020 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: (73) Патентообладатель(и): ОБЩЕСТВО С ОГРАНИЧЕННОЙ ОТВЕТСТВЕННОСТЬЮ "СПЕЦКОМПЛЕКТ ПЛЮС" (RU) Дата регистрации: 08.09.2020 (56) Список документов, цитированных в отчете о поиске: RU 190686 U1, 09.07.2019. US 4258319 A1, 24.03.1981. RU 2337031 C1, 27.10.2008. RU 92173 U1, 10.03.2010. (45) Опубликовано: 08.09.2020 Бюл. № 25 1 9 9 5 6 9 R U (54) УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ ПРОВЕРКИ ГЛУБИНЫ ДЕФЕКТОВ НА ПОВЕРХНОСТИ КАТАНИЯ ...

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01-03-2012 дата публикации

Mounting apparatus for articulated arm laser scanner

Номер: US20120047756A1
Автор: Paul Ferrari
Принадлежит: HEXAGON METROLOGY AB

An articulated arm can include a plurality of articulated arm members, a probe, a receiving portion at a distal end comprising a threaded portion, and a base at a proximal end. A base plate can kinematically mount on the receiving portion and have a hole positioned such that the probe passes through the hole. The base plate can also couple to a laser and an optical sensor located on opposite sides of the hole. A nut can threadably mount to the threaded portion of the receiving portion. Further, a wave spring can mount on the receiving portion between the nut and the base plate. Thus, movement of the nut along the receiving portion can cause the wave spring to urge the base plate against the articulated arm to secure the kinematic mount. The wave spring can then mechanically isolate the base plate from the articulated arm.

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05-04-2012 дата публикации

Coordinate measuring machine for determining spatial coordinates on a measurement object

Номер: US20120079731A1
Автор: Otto Ruck

A coordinate measuring machine for determining spatial coordinates on a measurement object has a frame structure on which a probe head is arranged. The probe head has a probe head sensor system, a body part and a coupling part which can move relative to the body part. The frame structure is designed to move the probe head relative to the measurement object. The probe tool has at least one stylus for making contact with the measurement object, and also has a rotating plate. The stylus is coupled to the coupling part by means of the rotating plate, such that it can rotate. At least one roll motion projection is formed on the body part. The rotating plate can be rolled along this roll motion projection by means of a movement of the coupling part in order to set a defined orientation of the stylus.

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12-04-2012 дата публикации

Hand sizing tool

Номер: US20120084990A1
Принадлежит: US Department of Army

A hand sizing tool includes a base platform and a secondary platform affixed to and raised above the base platform. The platforms include a palm heel indicia on the base platform and an index finger tip indicia on the secondary platform. Each of an index finger guide, an index finger measurement slider, and a palm width measurement slider extends out of the secondary platform, these elements being adapted for measuring the hand size.

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24-05-2012 дата публикации

Spacer for Placing Retroreflectors of Varying Sizes on a Standard Drill Adapter

Номер: US20120124852A1
Автор: Dietmar Heimer
Принадлежит: AFM Technology GmbH

The invention relates to an adapter top for adapting a drilling with 3D-coordinate measurement technology, which may be placed on drilling adapter with a first housing for a first retroreflector with a first diameter, and the adapter top comprises a second housing for a second retroreflector with a second diameter, wherein the second diameter is greater than the first diameter. The invention further relates to a positioning element for adapting a drilling with 3D-coordinate measurement technology by adjusting the relative position of a first standard drilling adapter with a first housing for a first retroreflector with a first diameter and an adapter fitting which is designed such that by combination of the first standard drilling adapter with the positioning element and the adapter fitting a standard drilling adapter with a second housing for a second retroreflector with second diameter can be emulated.

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31-05-2012 дата публикации

Three-dimensional measurement device

Номер: US20120131806A1
Автор: Stephane Jourdan
Принадлежит: AZIMUTH SA

The invention concerns a three-dimensional measuring device, which comprises: a base ( 5 ) intended to be fixed to a support assembly ( 6 ) and lying in a first plane, a plate ( 14 ) mounted so as to rotate on the base ( 5 ) about a first axis (Z), said plate being equipped with a first sensor (c 1 ) determining the angle of rotation (Φ) of the plate about this first axis (Z), a single rocking telescopic arm ( 2 ), a first end of which is articulated on the plate ( 14 ) about a second axis (X) orthogonal to the first axis (Z), the angle of rotation (θ) of said arm about the second axis (X) being determined by a second sensor (c 2 ), the second end of the single telescopic arm being provided with a measuring feeler ( 3 ), and the said single arm being equipped with a third sensor (c 3 ) determining the elongation length (ρ) of the arm in translation, so that the spatial position of the measuring feeler is determined by its polar coordinates (ρ, θ, Φ) in the fixed three-dimensional reference frame consisting of the base ( 5 ) once the latter is fixed to the support assembly ( 6 ).

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31-05-2012 дата публикации

Device For Measuring Thickness Of Cloth And Method For Measuring Thickness Of Cloth

Номер: US20120131997A1
Принадлежит: YKK Corp

A device and method for measuring the thickness of a cloth when the predetermined pressing force is applied to the cloth. A device for measuring a cloth thickness includes a stationary part having a base surface; a movable member having a pressing end to press a cloth against the base surface; a movable member driving mechanism to move the movable member linearly without rotating around itself from an initial position up to an over-pressing position where the pressing end presses the cloth against the base surface with a force exceeding the predetermined pressing force; a load cell for detecting a force with which the pressing end presses the cloth against the base surface; and a pulse coder for detecting the space between the base surface and the pressing end when a force value detected by the load cell reaches the predetermined pressing force.

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31-05-2012 дата публикации

Jig for measuring dimensions of workpiece

Номер: US20120134573A1
Принадлежит: Sumitomo Wiring Systems Ltd, Suzuki Co Ltd

A jig 20 that is installed on a device for measuring dimensions of a workpiece 10 based on images obtained by taking pictures of the workpiece 10 with a camera K includes a chuck mechanism 50 holding the workpiece K, a first rotation drive mechanism 80 that rotates the chuck mechanism 50 around a predetermined first rotation axis A, a first base 30 holding the first rotation drive mechanism 80 , a second rotation drive mechanism 40 that rotates the first base 30 around a second rotation axis B orthogonal to the first rotation axis A, and a second base 21 holding the second rotation drive mechanism 40 . The first base 30 has an opening 31 A in the area around the first rotation axis A such that the workpiece 10 held by the chuck mechanism 50 is seen from the back of the first base 30 through the opening 31 A.

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21-06-2012 дата публикации

Shape measuring apparatus and method

Номер: US20120158359A1
Автор: Ryusuke Nakajima
Принадлежит: Canon Inc

Provided is a method for measuring the shape of the surface of an object by moving a contact probe along the surface of the object. The relationship between the surface of the object and the direction of a moving unit is supposed from the magnitudes of the components of a contact force applied to the probe. Thus, the contact force of the probe is controlled using only a moving unit that is determined to be nearly orthogonal to the surface of the object under measurement.

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05-07-2012 дата публикации

Measurement apparatus

Номер: US20120173193A1

A measurement apparatus includes a platform, a base, and an observation unit. The base is slidably mounted on the platform. The observation unit is slidably mounted on the base. The observation unit comprises an image measurement assembly and a contact measure assembly. The image measure assembly measures an object supported on the platform using the image measurement assembly. The contact measurement assembly can be used to measure the object by direct contact.

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30-08-2012 дата публикации

Mobile measuring platform for precision measuring system

Номер: US20120217692A1
Автор: Xue-Fei Peng

A mobile measuring platform, comprises a fixing seat; a driving assembly fixed to the fixing seat, the driving assembly comprises an electric motor and a leadscrew driven by the electric motor; two leading guides mounted on the fixing seat; each of the two leading guides comprises a slide member parallel to the leadscrew, and a guide track slidably sleeved on the slide member; a sliding assembly fixed to the guide track of each of the two leading guides; and a driving guide comprising a slide member perpendicular to the leadscrew and a guide track slidably sleeved on the slide member of the driving guide; wherein the guide track of the driving guide is driven by the electric motor via the leadscrew, the slide member of the driving guide is fixed to the sliding assembly, and the two leading guides and the driving guide are all gas hydrodynamic guides.

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06-09-2012 дата публикации

Cmm with modular functionality

Номер: US20120222323A1
Автор: Hogar Tait
Принадлежит: HEXAGON METROLOGY AB

An articulated arm CMM system comprises an articulated arm comprising a plurality of articulated arm members, a measuring probe at a distal end, and a base at a proximal end, the base comprising a docking portion. The articulated arm CMM system also includes a plurality of feature packs configured to electronically connect to the articulated arm via the docking portions and provide additional electronic functionality.

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29-11-2012 дата публикации

Cross-sectional profile measuring method

Номер: US20120303320A1
Автор: Hirokazu Michiwaki
Принадлежит: Mitutoyo Corp

A cross-sectional profile measuring method of measuring cross-sectional profiles of an object at plural measurement sections of the object with a contact probe, includes: circularly moving the probe along a route around a circumference of the object at one of the measurement sections, a distance of the moving being longer than a measurement range corresponding to the circumference of the object by a predetermined overlapping range consisting of an acceleration range and a deceleration range; and moving the probe to next one of the measurement sections through a transfer range in a movement direction oblique to a continuous direction in which the cross-sectional profiles are adjacent to one another to offset a distance corresponding to the overlapping range.

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28-02-2013 дата публикации

Reference setting tool for measuring shape of side face spline, shape measuring device using the same, and shape measuring method using the same

Номер: US20130047451A1
Автор: Masashi KOUMOTO
Принадлежит: JTEKT Corp

A reference setting tool for measuring a shape of a side face spline is used to measure the shape of driven teeth that are formed on an axial end face of a vehicle hub unit and that are meshed with drive teeth of a constant velocity joint. The reference setting tool includes: reference teeth that are formed so as to be aligned along a circular ring and so as to have the same shape as the drive teeth of the constant velocity joint; and a reference surface that has a predetermined correlation with the reference teeth, and that is used to set a reference position for measuring the shape of the driven teeth with the reference teeth in mesh with the driven teeth.

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28-02-2013 дата публикации

Systems and methods for automated anomaly location and classification

Номер: US20130054176A1
Принадлежит: Boeing Co

An anomaly detection and cataloging system is described that includes a handheld probe having a probe tip, a user interface, and a communications interface. The system further includes a system controller and a probe locating device. The probe is operable, via the user interface, for transmitting, via the communications interface, a user selected anomaly type to the system controller, the anomaly type being associated with a manufactured part or airplane on the ground (AOG). The probe locating device is operable to provide to the system controller a location associated with the probe tip, and the system is programmed to associate the user selected anomaly type with the location associated with the probe tip.

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07-03-2013 дата публикации

Probe head for a coordinate measuring machine for determining spatial coordinates on a measurement object

Номер: US20130055832A1

A probe head for a coordinate measuring machine has a coupling part having a retaining pin, on which a probe tool is detachably arranged. The probe tool has at least one stylus for touching a measurement object, and a rotary plate. The rotary plate is coupled to the coupling part by means of the retaining pin in one of a plurality of defined rotation angle positions. Moreover, the rotary plate has a latching mechanism including at least one adjustable latching element and a detector. The latching element has a latching position in which it fastens the rotary plate on the retaining pin, and it has a release position in which it releases the retaining pin. The detector generates a signal which is representative of at least one from the latching position and the release position.

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04-04-2013 дата публикации

Laser beam delivery in a spatial measuring device

Номер: US20130081294A1
Автор: Eaton Homer L.
Принадлежит:

A coordinate measuring robotic device includes a housing movably supported on a base and mounting a vertical pillar along which rides a carriage engaged by a horizontally translating arm carrying a probe. The movement of the housing, carriage, and probe can be drive by motors in the housing transmitted by a cable and pulley assembly. Tools such as a laser beam emitter can be located on the arm and supplied with laser light by a plurality of mirrors positioned on the device. 1. A device which comprises:a base;a platform movably supported on said base;a pillar fixedly mounted on said platform and extending along a first axis;a carriage translatable along, and supported by said pillar;a cross-arm slidingly engaged upon said carriage, translatable about a second axis perpendicular to said first axis and having a first extremity;encoders for indicating the linear position of said carriage along said first axis, the linear position of said arm along said second axis, and the angular position of said housing in relation to said base;a laser source; and,a plurality of minors positioned about said arm to reflect a beam issuing from said laser source through said mirrors toward said first extremity.2. The device of claim 1 , which further comprises:a turret secured to said first extremity;a body within said turret, said body being rotatable about a third axis; andan encoder for indicating the angular position of said body about said third axis.3. The device of claim 2 , wherein said device further comprises at least one tool mounted at said first extremity.4. The device of claim 3 , wherein said tool comprises a sensing element.5. The device of wherein said sensing element comprises an imaging apparatus.6. The device of claim 2 , which further comprises a shaft coupled at a first end to said body and a tool mounted at an opposite end of said shaft.7. The device of claim 6 , wherein said shaft projects in a direction parallel to and spaced apart from said third axis.8. The ...

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02-05-2013 дата публикации

PORTABLE COORDINATE MEASUREMENT MACHINE HAVING A HANDLE THAT INCLUDES ELECTRONICS

Номер: US20130104411A1
Автор: Raab Simon
Принадлежит: FARO TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

A portable articulated arm coordinate measurement machine is provided. An articulated arm is provided having a plurality of arm segments. Each arm segment includes an angular encoder for producing a signal corresponding to an angle of rotation. A shaft rotates which about an axis is attached to an inner portion of a first and second bearing. A patterned disk is attached to the shaft. A housing is attached to an outer portion of the first and second bearing. A read head is attached to the housing in proximity to the patterned disk which produces an electrical signal in response to an angle of rotation. The patterned disk and the first arm segment supported for rotation about the axis by only the first and second bearing. A circuit receives the electrical signal and provides an angle and data corresponding to a position of the probe. 1. A portable articulated arm coordinate measurement machine , comprising:a manually positionable articulated arm having opposed first and second ends, the articulated arm including a plurality of connected arm segments, the plurality of arm segments including a first arm segment, each arm segment including at least one angular encoder for producing a signal corresponding to an angle of rotation, each angular encoder including a read head and a patterned disk, each patterned disk having a periodic pattern of a measurable characteristic;a base section connected to the second end;a probe connected to the first end;a shaft fixedly attached to an inner portion of a first bearing and an inner portion of a second bearing, the shaft configured to rotate about an axis passing substantially through a center of the first bearing and a center of the second bearing, the shaft configured to fixedly couple with the first arm segment;a patterned disk fixedly attached to the shaft;a housing fixedly attached to an outer portion of the first bearing and an outer portion of the second bearing;a read head fixedly attached to the housing, the read head in ...

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16-05-2013 дата публикации

Smart probe

Номер: US20130118020A1
Принадлежит: Faro Technologies Inc

The present system, method, article of manufacture, software, and apparatus is an “intelligent” probe system and components thereof and may openly encompass, in at least an embodiment, an embedded IC chip located in an interchangeable probe(s) which offers repeatable, fast, easy, and error free probe swapping on a CMM.

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23-05-2013 дата публикации

Calibration device for Measurement Gauges of the Diameter and other Geometrical Characteristics of Cylinders

Номер: US20130125615A1
Принадлежит:

A calibration device for gauges for the measurement of the geometrical characteristics of cylinders, such as the diameter, profile, rotundity and eccentricity errors, wherein such gauges include a pair of movable opposing arms equipped with feelers or sensors at their free ends, includes a pair of abutments reciprocally approachable and/or withdrawable by means of motors until a sample measure is obtained, as desired, within the measuring range of the gauge, on which the calibration device is assembled, revealed by means of measuring means cooperating with the abutments, such that consequently the feelers or sensors are respectively abutted or approached to the abutments to reveal the sample measure. 1. A gauge calibration device for gauges for measuring geometrical characteristics of cylinders , wherein said gauges comprise a pair of movable opposing arms equipped with feelers or sensors at free ends of the movable opposing arms , comprising:a pair of abutments reciprocally approachable or withdrawable by motors until a sample measure is obtained, as desired, within a measuring range of the gauge on which this calibration device is assembled; and{'b': '51', 'measuring means cooperating with said abutments, such that said feelers or sensors () are respectively abutted or approached to said abutments to sense said sample measure, thereby providing said sample measure.'}2. The device according to claim 1 , wherein said abutments are integral with respective female screws in which male screws are screwed claim 1 , rotated by said motors.3. The device according to claim 1 , wherein said measurement means comprise readers integral with said abutments and cooperating with optical lines integral with a supporting structure. The present invention relates to a calibration device (so-called “preset”) for measurement gauges of the diameter and other geometrical characteristics of cylinders, such as, for example, the rotundity, eccentricity and profile.An example of the ...

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30-05-2013 дата публикации

Computing device and method for compensating for perpendicular errors of three-coordinate measuring machines

Номер: US20130138378A1

In a computing device and method for compensating for perpendicularity errors of a three-coordinate measuring machine, coordinates of touched points on an X-axis, a Y-axis, and a Z-axis of the three-coordinate measuring machine are acquired and respectively recorded into an X array, a Y array, and a Z array. A perpendicular error Axy of the X-axis and the Y-axis, a perpendicular error Axz of the X-axis and the Z-axis, and a perpendicular error Ayz of the Y-axis and the Z-axis using the X array, the Y array, and the Z array are computed using the X array, the Y array, and the Z array. The perpendicular errors Axy, Axz and Ayz then stored into a compensation record for later use.

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06-06-2013 дата публикации

COORDINATE MEASURING MACHINE

Номер: US20130139397A1
Принадлежит: TESA SA

Coordinate positioning machine or coordinate measuring machine (CMM), with a microprocessor control unit arranged to drive individual axis driver and a proxy module allowing the connection of external devices on a TCP/IP interface. The external devices are used for User interaction, by means of an http server embedded in the microprocessor control unit, or for advanced tasks including tuning and calibration of the dynamic parameters. 1. Coordinate positioning machine with:a measuring head or tool connected to a mobile platform that can be translated according to one or several displacement axes;one or several actuators arranged for displacing said measuring probe along said displacement axes;one or several encoders encoding the positions of said displacement axes;a control unit including independent digital axis-steering units adapted for regulating the speed and/or the position of one of said actuators, wherein the digital axis-steering unit or units include each a memory register for storing operational parameters of the digital axis-steering unit; reading the position of the displacement axes from the encoders;', 'calculating and transmitting displacement instructions to the numeric axis-steering unit or units based on a displacement program;', 'setting the operational parameters of the digital axis-steering unit or units by accessing the respective memory register or registers,, 'the control unit including a microprocessor unit programmed forthe control unit further including a communication interface and a proxy module arranged to set the operational parameters of the digital axis-steering unit or units in response to data received by the communication interface.1. The coordinate positioning machine of the preceding claim , wherein the proxy module is arranged to transmit displacement instruction to the numeric axis steering unit or units in response to data received by the communication interface and/or to transmit the position of the displacement axes to the ...

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13-06-2013 дата публикации

Probing system for measurement of micro-scale objects

Номер: US20130145848A1
Принадлежит: UVic Industry Partnerships Inc

An apparatus for measuring dimensions of a micro-scale object includes a movable stylus, a probe and at least one acoustic emissions sensor. The movable stylus is positionable to contact an object to be measured. The probe is rotatably coupled to the stylus and has a distal end that circumscribes a circle when rotated. The acoustic emissions sensor is operatively coupled to the probe. The sensor is operative to detect acoustic emissions generated from contact between the distal end of the probe and the object, thereby allowing dimensions of the object to be determined.

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20-06-2013 дата публикации

HOLE DEPTH MEASUREMENT DEVICE

Номер: US20130152398A1
Принадлежит: AIRBUS OPERATIONS LIMITED

A plastic hand-held measuring device, can measure the depth of a hole or bore or the length of a fixing, having particular application with composite aircraft components. A hook or tang, at the end of an elongate portion, can engage with the far end of the bore allowing the depth ascertained from a first measurement scale. A first formation can engage with a fixing, allowing measurement of the length of the fixing from a second measurement scale. A plastic slide can abut against a portion of the component to be measured and indicate the distance on the measurement scale that corresponds to the length of the dimension being measured. The slide may be arranged to engage with successive indexed formations along the length of the device, so that it is inclined to remain in a position corresponding to an indexed formation. 1. A hand-held measuring device for measuring both the depth of a hole and the length of a fixing for such a hole , wherein the measuring device comprisesan elongate portion terminating with a hook, the hook being arranged for engaging with a far end of a hole whilst the elongate portion is located within the hole,a first measurement scale from which the depth of the hole may be determined when the hook is engaged with the far end of the hole,a first formation arranged to engage with a corresponding formation on a fixing for such a hole, anda second measurement scale from which the length of a fixing may be determined when the first formation is engaged with the fixing,and whereinthe measuring device is made from plastic.2. A measuring device according to claim 1 , wherein the measuring device is made from a high-visibility plastic.3. A measuring device according to claim 1 , wherein the measuring device is made from a luminescent plastic.4. A measuring device according to claim 1 , wherein the measuring device has a third measurement scale claim 1 , such that one of the first to third measurement scales is located on one side of the measuring device ...

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20-06-2013 дата публикации

DEACTIVATABLE MEASUREMENT APPARATUS

Номер: US20130152418A1
Принадлежит: RENISHAW PLC

Measurement apparatus is described that comprises a measurement portion for acquiring object measurements and an output portion for outputting measurement data relating to the acquired object measurements. A deactivation portion is provided for inhibiting normal operation of the measurement apparatus such that output of the measurement data is prevented. The deactivation portion, in use, reads apparatus usage information from an apparatus usage module and inhibits normal operation of the measurement apparatus if said apparatus usage information fails to meet one or more predetermined criteria. The apparatus usage module may be provided as an integral part of the measurement apparatus or as a separate activation button. The measurement apparatus may comprise a measurement probe such as a touch trigger measurement probe. 1. Dimensional measurement apparatus for use with a machine tool or co-ordinate measuring machine , comprising:a measurement probe comprising a measurement portion having a deflectable stylus for acquiring object position measurements;an output portion for outputting measurement data relating to the acquired object position measurements to a machine controller of the machine tool or co-ordinate measuring machine, the machine controller using the measurement data in combination with machine position information to measure a dimension of an object; anda deactivation portion for inhibiting normal operation of the measurement apparatus such that output of the measurement data to the machine controller is prevented;wherein the deactivation portion, in use, reads apparatus usage information from an apparatus usage module and inhibits normal operation of the dimensional measurement apparatus if said apparatus usage information fails to meet one or more predetermined criteria, the apparatus usage information providing a measure of the amount of dimensional measurement apparatus usage.2. An apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the deactivation portion can ...

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20-06-2013 дата публикации

Multiple Display Electronic Caliper

Номер: US20130152419A1
Автор: Stockman Robert
Принадлежит:

In addition to other aspects disclosed, a caliper is configured to measure at least one physical dimension. The caliper has a display configured to present a first representation and a second representation of a measurement provided by the caliper. The format of the first representation is different from the format of the second representation, and the first representation is approximately simultaneously displayed with the second representation. 1. An apparatus comprising:a caliper configured to measure at least one physical dimension;a display configured to present a first representation and a second representation of a measurement provided by the caliper, wherein a format of the first representation is different from a format of the second representation, the first representation is approximately simultaneously displayed with the second representation, and the resolution of the format of the second representation is selectable.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the format of the first representation includes one of a decimal format and a fractional format.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the format of the second representation includes one of a decimal format and a fractional format claim 2 , and is different from the format of the first representation.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the format of the first representation has metric units and the format of the second representation has U.S. units.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the resolution of the format of the first representation is selectable.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the format of the first representation includes a first measurement unit and the format of the second representation includes a second measurement unit claim 1 , different from the first measurement unit.7. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising:an electronics package that includes the display.8. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the display includes a unit indicator.9. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein ...

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27-06-2013 дата публикации

Computing device and method for determining ricochet vectors of a probe of a coordinate measuring machine

Номер: US20130162815A1

In a method for determining ricochet vectors of a probe of a coordinate measuring machine (CMM) using a computing device, the computing device sets an approach distance between the probe and a manufactured object. Coordinates of a center of the probe and an initial vector of the probe for each measurement point of the manufactured object are obtained when the probe is manually operated to measure the manufactured object. A measurement element of the manufactured object is fit according to all measurement points of the manufactured object. For each measurement point, an approach point of the manufactured object is calculated, a position relation between the approach point and the measurement element of the manufactured object is determined, and a ricochet vector of the probe is calculated according to the position relation.

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04-07-2013 дата публикации

COORDINATE MEASURING DEVICE AND METHOD FOR MEASURING WITH A COORDINATE MEASURING DEVICE

Номер: US20130167389A1
Принадлежит:

The invention relates to a method for the measurement of workpiece geometries with a coordinate measuring device () and to the device itself. According to the invention, measuring tasks may be optimally carried out without a requirement for devices of differing types, whereby one or more sensors (), which are of optimal application for the relevant measuring task, are used. 1134.-. (canceled)135. A method for measuring workpiece geometries with a coordinate measuring device having traverse (travelling) axes and several sensors for recording measuring points on workpiece surfaces , wherein:for compensation of defective actions, the temperature of the mechanical components serving for mounting the different sensors is measured at one or several locations and considered.136. The method according to claim 135 , wherein for compensation of defective actions due to temperature fluctuations at the location of installation of the coordinate measuring apparatus claim 135 , the temperature of the mechanical components serving for mounting the different sensors is measured at one or several locations and the expansion of the corresponding mechanical components is taken into consideration when calculating the measuring points that are recorded by the different sensors.137. The method according to claim 135 , wherein the temperature compensation is carried out by linear multiplication.138. A coordinate measuring apparatus for measuring workpiece geometries comprising several traverse (travelling) axes as well as claim 135 , for recording measuring points on at least one surface of the workpiece claim 135 , several sensors suitable for solving defined measuring objects claim 135 ,wherein the coordinate measuring apparatus exhibits several temperature measuring points for determining position alteration between the sensors caused by temperature.139. The coordinate measuring apparatus according to claim 138 , wherein mechanical components which serve for mounting different sensors ...

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04-07-2013 дата публикации

Process for producing a beam element of a co-ordinate measuring machine, and measuring machine provided with said beam element

Номер: US20130167390A1
Автор: Alberto Tarizzo
Принадлежит: Hexagon Metrology SpA

A process for producing a beam element of a co-ordinate measuring machine, comprising the steps of applying a machinable metal coating by spraying on a structural substrate made of ceramic material, impregnating the coating with a resin, and executing on the coating a surface-finishing machining operation and a treatment of surface hardening.

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04-07-2013 дата публикации

METHOD OF CALIBRATION OF A MATHEMATICAL MODEL OF A COORDINATE MEASURING MACHINE FOR THE COMPENSATION OF DYNAMIC ERRORS DUE TO DEFORMATION

Номер: US20130173199A1
Автор: GUASCO Giampiero
Принадлежит: HEXAGON METROLOGY S.P.A.

A method of calibration of a mathematical model for the compensation of errors due to dynamic deformation of a measuring machine equipped with a mobile unit able to move a stylus probe in un measuring volume, wherein the model provides, in response to at least one input quantity correlated with a control signal of said drive means, a plurality of output quantities comprising at least one component of the measurement error introduced by the deformation and at least one quantity detected by a laser sensor and correlated with the deformation. In the calibration step, the mobile unit is subjected to a movement cycle constituted by small-amplitude oscillations of variable frequency, following the law of sinusoidal motion, keeping the tip of the probe blocked; during the movement cycle, the input and output quantities are sampled and supplied to an algorithm for model identification. 1. A method of calibration of a mathematical model of a measuring machine for the compensation of errors due to dynamic deformation , comprising:a mobile unit for moving a stylus probe in a measuring volume, the mobile unit comprising at least one member movable along an axis under the driving force of drive means, the probe comprising a stylus equipped with a tip, anda sensor configured to detect in real-time at least one quantity correlated with dynamic deformation,wherein the model provides, in response to at least one input quantity correlated with a control signal of said drive means, a plurality of output quantities comprising at least one component of the measurement error introduced by said deformation and at least said quantity detected by said sensor,the method of calibration comprising the steps of:controlling said mobile unit to perform a movement cycle able to generate dynamic deformation;collecting a plurality of samples of the input quantity and the output quantities during the movement cycle;storing said samples; andsupplying said samples to an identification algorithm to ...

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11-07-2013 дата публикации

Image sensor, attitude detector, contact probe, and multi-sensing probe

Номер: US20130176575A1
Принадлежит: Mitutoyo Corp

An image sensor for fringe images of interference fringes and the like in which the optical system has a simpler configuration than that of the conventional line image sensor, and faster detection becomes possible includes a light receiving plane on which two or more straight rows of pixels are disposed, and captures images of regular fringes generated from light reflected from an irradiated body in accordance with the amount of light received by each pixel; among the rows of pixels, at least two rows of pixels are disposed at right angles to each other, and acquires images of linear fringes crossing almost at right angles in two directions among the fringe projected onto the light receiving plane.

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18-07-2013 дата публикации

MEASUREMENT COORDINATE CORRECTION METHOD AND COORDINATE MEASURING APPARATUS

Номер: US20130185010A1
Принадлежит: MITUTOYO CORPORATION

A measurement coordinate correction method correcting the measurement coordinates of a work piece placed on a base, in which the measurement coordinate correction method includes a weight acquiring step, a position acquiring step, and a correcting step. The weight acquiring step acquires information related to the weight of the work piece. The position acquiring step acquires information related to the position of the work piece on the base. The correcting step corrects the measurement coordinates of the work piece based on the weight and position of the work piece. 1. A measurement coordinate correction method correcting measurement coordinates of a work piece placed on a base , comprising:acquiring weight information related to a weight of the work piece;acquiring position information related to a position of the work piece on the base; andcorrecting the measurement coordinates of the work piece based on the weight and position of the work piece.2. The measurement coordinate correction method according to claim 1 , wherein a plurality of weight sensors are attached to the base claim 1 , the method further comprising:detecting, via the weight sensors, a load from the work piece placed on the base, wherein:said acquiring weight information comprises acquiring information related to the weight of the work piece by calculating the weight of the work piece based on a detected value from each of the plurality of weight sensors; andsaid acquiring position information comprises acquiring information related to the position of the work piece by calculating the position of the work piece based on placement positions of the plurality of weight sensors and the detected value from each of the plurality of weight sensors.3. The measurement coordinate correction method according to claim 1 , wherein said correcting the measurement coordinates comprises:calculating, via a deformation amount calculation protocol, an amount of deformation of the base at each position on the base ...

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25-07-2013 дата публикации

Method and Apparatus for Controlling a Surface Scanning Coordinate Measuring Machine

Номер: US20130185948A1
Автор: Racine Paul P.
Принадлежит: HEXAGON TECHNOLOGY CENTER GMBH

A method improves surface scanning measure machine speed while minimizing tip touchdown impact on the surface of the object being measured. Specifically, the method controls a surface scanning measuring machine having a probe head with a distal probe tip that contacts the surface of an object to be measured. To that end, the method selects a nominal initial contact point (on the surface) having a normal vector, and then moves the distal probe tip toward the nominal initial contact point along an approach path. The approach path has a generally linear portion that generally linearly extends from the nominal initial contact point to some non-contacting point spaced from the surface. The generally linear portion forms an angle of between about 20 degrees and about 60 degrees with the normal vector. 1. A method of controlling a surface scanning measuring machine having a probe head with a distal probe tip , the distal probe tip being configured for contacting the surface of an object to be measured , the method comprising:selecting a nominal initial contact point on the surface, the nominal initial contact point having a normal vector; andmoving the distal probe tip toward the nominal initial contact point along an approach path, the approach path having a generally linear portion that generally linearly extends from the nominal initial contact point to some non-contacting point spaced from the surface, the generally linear portion forming an angle with the normal vector of between about 20 degrees and about 60 degrees.2. The method as defined by further comprising:moving the distal probe tip along an offset path and to an initial scan point from a contact point related to the nominal initial contact point;moving the distal tip along a scan path from the initial scan point and along the surface of the object,the distal probe tip moving continually along and between the approach path, the offset path, and the scan path.3. The method as defined by wherein the generally ...

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25-07-2013 дата публикации

METHOD FOR QUANTIFYING CORROSION AT A PRESSURE CONTAINING BOUNDARY

Номер: US20130191038A1

A method for determining the amount and rate of corrosion which has occurred on the surface of a process unit by measuring corrosion with a corrosion sensor and measuring at least one parameter inside the process unit. Corrosion on the internal surfaces of a process unit can then be determined. 1. A method for determining the amount of corrosion which has occurred on an interior surface of a process unit due to a corrosive fluid comprising:(a) determining the corrosion that has occurred on a corrosion sensor, that is located within the corrosive fluid within the process unit, and(b) relating the corrosion of the corrosion sensor to the amount of corrosion which has occurred on at least one point on a surface of the process unit.2. The method of wherein said one point on a surface of the process unit is an interior wall of a pressure containment boundary.3. The method of wherein said one point is an interior wall of a pipe.4. The method of wherein said corrosion sensor is a mechanical oscillator.5. The method of wherein said corrosion sensor is a tuning fork having a resonance frequency.6. The method of wherein said corrosion sensor outputs an electrical signal.7. The method of wherein step of relating the corrosion of the sensor to that of the wall is performed by relating a change in the resonance frequency of the tuning fork to the corrosion of the pressure containment boundary.8. The method of wherein the step of relating the corrosion of the sensor to that of the pressure containment boundary is performed by determining the weight loss of the sensor.9. The method of wherein the corrosion of the corrosion sensor is related to corrosion of a coupon fixed to the pressure containment boundary of a process unit.10. The corrosion of wherein the corrosion of the coupon is determined by weight loss.11. The method of wherein the step of relating the corrosion of the corrosion sensor to the corrosion at the pressure containing boundary is performed by relating the weight ...

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01-08-2013 дата публикации

MEASUREMENT MACHINE UTILIZING A BARCODE TO IDENTIFY AN INSPECTION PLAN FOR AN OBJECT

Номер: US20130197852A1
Принадлежит: FARO TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

Embodiments of the present invention relate to a measurement machine for measuring an object, and more particularly to a measurement machine such as a portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine or a laser tracker that measures an object according to a measurement or inspection plan that is identified by a machine readable information symbol located on the object to be measured or on a drawing (e.g., a CAD drawing) of the object. 1. A method for inspecting a part according to an inspection plan , the method using a portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine (AACMM) having a base; a manually positionable arm portion having opposed first and second ends , the second end of the arm portion being coupled to the base , the arm portion including a plurality of connected arm segments , each arm segment including at least one position transducer for producing a position signal; a measurement device coupled to the first end of the arm portion; and an electronic circuit which receives the position signal from the at least one position transducer and provides data corresponding to a position of the measurement device; the method comprising the steps of:generating an inspection plan for a part to be inspected to determine at least one characteristic of the part;generating a first machine readable information symbol that includes information that identifies the generated inspection plan;associating the first generated machine readable information symbol with the part;reading the first machine readable information symbol from the part with a reader device configured to translate the first machine readable information symbol to determine the information contained therein, the reader device being coupled to communicate with the AACMM; andmeasuring the at least one part characteristic according to the generated inspection plan identified by the first machine readable symbol.2. The method of wherein the first machine readable symbol is bar code.3. The method of ...

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15-08-2013 дата публикации

MEASURING MACHINE PROVIDED WITH A BLOCK OF CONCRETE HAVING THE FUNCTION OF FOUNDATION OR MACHINE BED, AND METHOD FOR COMPENSATING THE MEASURING ERRORS DUE TO DEFORMATIONS OF THE BLOCK

Номер: US20130205607A1
Принадлежит: HEXAGON METROLOGY S.P.A.

A co-ordinate measuring machine comprising a block of concrete with function of foundation or machine bed, and a plurality of linear deformation sensors embedded in the block or applied thereto and configured for detecting the deformations of the block itself for compensating the measuring errors of the machine resulting from said deformations. 1. A co-ordinate measuring machine , comprising:a block of concrete with function of foundation or machine bed; anda plurality of linear deformation sensors embedded in the block or applied thereto and configured for detecting the deformations of the block itself for compensating the measuring errors of the machine resulting from said deformations.2. The machine according to claim 1 , wherein said sensors are configured for detecting mean deformations along a measuring line.3. The machine according to claim 1 , wherein said sensors have an elongated shape along a line and detect variations of distance along said line.4. The machine according to claim 1 , wherein said sensors are of an optical-fibre interferometric type.5. The machine according to claim 1 , wherein the block has a parallelepipedal shape with two main faces claim 1 , a top one and a bottom one claim 1 , said sensors being arranged on or in the proximity of the main faces.6. The machine according to claim 4 , further comprisig at least two pairs of sensors located in the proximity of respective longitudinal sides of each main face.7. The machine according to claim 4 , further comprising at least one pair of sensors arranged transversely with respect to the longitudinal sides of each main face.8. The machine according to claim 4 , further comprising at least two pairs of sensors arranged crosswise with respect to one another on each main face claim 4 , and inclined each by 45° with respect to the sides of the main faces.9. The machine according to claim 1 , wherein it is of the gantry type claim 1 , and in that the block of concrete constitutes a foundation ...

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15-08-2013 дата публикации

TOUCH PROBE WITH PIEZOELECTRIC SENSOR AND THERMAL INSULATION

Номер: US20130205608A1
Принадлежит: MARPOSS SOCIETA' PER AZIONI

A touch probe () for applications in machine tools or measuring machines includes a support frame () with a protective casing (), and a movable armset () with a feeler () to touch a part to be checked (). The probe includes a laminar piezoelectric transducer () made of polymeric material, such as polyvinylidene fluoride, which is connected to the support frame and fixed at a bearing and locating area () on which the movable armset rests in a position defined by an isostatic rest system (). A thermal insulation system is placed between the protective casing and the piezoelectric transducer and preferably includes at least one element () made of thermal insulating material, such as fibreglass, between the piezoelectric transducer and the support frame. 1. A touch probe for checking position or dimensions of a part in machine tools or measuring machines including a support frame with 'a bearing and locating area,', 'a protective casing and'}a movable armset that is partly housed in the protective casing and includes an arm carrying a feeler adapted to touch the part to be checked,a thrust device arranged between the support frame and the movable armset for urging the movable armset against the bearing and locating area,a constraint and positioning system between the movable armset and the support frame at the bearing and locating area, anda detection device with a laminar piezoelectric transducer connected to the support frame and adapted to provide a signal in consequence of a force applied to the feeler,wherein said laminar piezoelectric transducer is arranged in the protective casing and is connected to the support frame at the bearing and locating area, andthe support frame includes a thermal insulation system between the protective casing and said laminar piezoelectric transducer at said bearing and locating area.2. The touch probe according to claim 1 , wherein said thermal insulation system includes at least one element made of thermal insulating material.3. The ...

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22-08-2013 дата публикации

TOUCH PROBE

Номер: US20130212890A1
Принадлежит: TESA SA

Touch probe comprising a fixed member; a feeler held by one or several elastic elements in a resting position relative to said fixed member, said feeler being capable of moving from said resting position in response to a deflection force; a detection system comprising a light source driven by the displacements of the feeler relative to said fixed member; an optical image sensor receiving the light emitted by said light source; an optical mask interposed on the light path between said light source and said optical image sensor.

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22-08-2013 дата публикации

Touch probe

Номер: US20130212891A1
Принадлежит: TESA SARL

A touch probe comprising a fixed member; a feeler held by one or several elastic elements in a resting position relative to said fixed member, said feeler being capable of moving from said resting position in response to a deflection force; a detection system comprising a light source driven by the displacements of the feeler relative to said fixed member; an optical image sensor receiving the light emitted by said light source; an optical mask interposed on the light path between said light source and said optical image sensor.

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05-09-2013 дата публикации

Coordinate measuring machine with support beam having springs

Номер: US20130227850A1
Принадлежит: Hexagon Metrology Inc

A coordinate measuring machine has 1) an anchor beam with a top end and a bottom end, 2) at least one support beam having a top end and a bottom end, and 3) a cross-beam supported on the top ends of both the anchor beam and the at least one support beam. In addition, the coordinate measuring machine also has 4) a base supporting the bottom ends of the anchor beam and the at least one support beam. At least one of the at least one support beams has a first spring and a second spring. In preferred embodiments, the first spring is adapted to allow movement and is spaced from the second spring in a direction that is generally parallel with the longitudinal axis of the cross-beam.

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05-09-2013 дата публикации

Coordinate measuring machine with constrained counterweight

Номер: US20130227851A1
Принадлежит: Hexagon Metrology Inc

A coordinate measuring machine has a measuring member for measuring a workpiece, a counterweight to control movement of the measuring member, and a pulley and cable system coupling the measuring member with the counterweight. The coordinate measuring machine also has a guide track, where the counterweight is movably secured to the guide track. The guide track substantially limits counterweight movement, relative to the measuring member, to one dimension.

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05-09-2013 дата публикации

LENGTH MEASURING INSTRUMENT

Номер: US20130227852A1
Принадлежит: DR. JOHANNES HEIDENHAIN GMBH

A length measuring instrument including a hollow profile section extending in a longitudinal direction and an end piece fixed on the hollow profile section for closure of the hollow profile section on an end of the hollow profile section. A scale is disposed inside the hollow profile section, wherein the scale includes a measurement graduation which can be scanned by a scanning unit that is movable in the longitudinal direction relative to the hollow profile section. The length measuring instrument includes a sealing element on the end piece for sealing off the hollow profile section, wherein the sealing element has a cross-section that is at least extensively equivalent to an inside diameter of the hollow profile section. In addition, the sealing element rests sealingly so that a circumferential surface of the sealing element is on an inner face of the hollow profile section. 1. A length measuring instrument , comprising:a hollow profile section extending in a longitudinal direction;an end piece fixed on said hollow profile section for closure of said hollow profile section on an end of said hollow profile section;a scale disposed inside said hollow profile section, wherein said scale comprises a measurement graduation which for position measurement can be scanned by a scanning unit that is movable in said longitudinal direction relative to said hollow profile section;a sealing element on said end piece for sealing off said hollow profile section on said end of said hollow profile section, wherein said sealing element has a cross-section that is at least extensively equivalent to an inside diameter of said hollow profile section and said sealing element rests sealingly so that a circumferential surface of said sealing element is on an inner face of said hollow profile section.2. The length measuring instrument according to claim 1 , wherein said end piece comprises an insertion region claim 1 , with which said end piece plunges into an interior of said hollow ...

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05-09-2013 дата публикации

LENGTH MEASURING INSTRUMENT

Номер: US20130227853A1
Принадлежит: DR. JOHANNES HEIDENHAIN GMBH

A length measuring instrument that includes a hollow profile section extending in a longitudinal direction, wherein the hollow profile section includes a slot extending in the longitudinal direction and covered by sealing elements. A scale is disposed inside the hollow profile section, wherein the scale includes a measurement graduation which can be scanned by a scanning unit. An end piece is connected to the hollow profile section, wherein the end piece closes the hollow profile section on an end of the hollow profile section, the end piece including an insertion region with which the hollow profile section plunges into the hollow profile section. The length measuring instrument includes a clamping piece that connects the end piece to the hollow profile section, wherein the clamping piece spans the slot and which on two sides of the slot fixes the hollow profile section to the insertion region of the end piece. 1. A length measuring instrument comprising:a hollow profile section extending in a longitudinal direction, wherein said hollow profile section comprises a slot extending in said longitudinal direction and covered by sealing elements;a scale disposed inside said hollow profile section, wherein said scale comprises a measurement graduation which for position measurement can be scanned by a scanning unit that is movable in said longitudinal direction relative to said hollow profile section;an end piece connected to said hollow profile section, wherein said end piece is structured to close said hollow profile section on an end of said hollow profile section and for mounting on an object to be measured, said end piece comprising an insertion region with which said hollow profile section plunges into an interior of said hollow profile section; anda clamping piece that connects said end piece to said hollow profile section, wherein said clamping piece spans said slot and which on two sides of said slot fixes said hollow profile section to said insertion region of ...

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12-09-2013 дата публикации

MEASURING INSTRUMENT

Номер: US20130232802A1
Принадлежит: MITUTOYO CORPORATION

To provide a measuring instrument having improved usability and viewability. A measuring instrument includes a touch panel display unit that receives an external input performed by physical contact and has a display function. In the touch panel display unit, a plurality of operation icons that are used to perform a complicated input operation as well as a measurement result are displayed. It is possible to provide a measuring instrument that is superior in terms of the usability and viewability. For example, a measurement mode can be selected by selecting and touching one of the plurality of operation icons displayed in the touch panel display unit. 1. A measuring instrument comprising a touch panel display unit that receives an external input performed by physical contact and includes a display function.2. The measuring instrument according to claim 1 , wherein the touch panel display unit displays a plurality of operation icons that are used to perform a complicated input operation claim 1 , and also displays a measurement result.3. The measuring instrument according to claim 2 , whereina plurality of measurement modes are prepared in advance according to a difference of an object to be measured or a difference of a measurement method;the plurality of operation icons, each corresponding to a respective one of the plurality of measurement modes, are prepared; anda choice among the plurality of measurement modes can be made by selecting and touching at least one of the plurality operation icons displayed in the touch panel display unit.4. The measuring instrument according to claim 1 , wherein a plurality of measurement modes are prepared in advance according to a difference of an object to be measured or a difference of a measurement method; andthe plurality of operation icons are grouped and hierarchized for each of the measurement nodes, and a group of operation icons corresponding to a selected measurement mode are displayed in a mode select menu screen of the ...

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12-09-2013 дата публикации

APPARATUS FOR POINTING SPATIAL COORDINATES, COMPRISING A MOVABLE HAND-HELD PROBE AND A PORTABLE BASE UNIT, AND A RELATED METHOD

Номер: US20130232804A1
Автор: Janssen Tonnie, Teune Rene
Принадлежит: HOLDING PRODIM SYSTEMS B. V.

An apparatus for pointing spatial coordinates, comprising a movable hand-held probe, having a pointing tip, and a portable base unit provided with a rotatably supported elongated arm, wherein the hand-held probe connects to the portable base unit by means of a cord or a wire via the elongated arm and wherein the base unit is provided with sensors for measuring length or a change in length of the cord or the wire and rotation of the arm in at least one degree of freedom, and computer-controlled processing means for processing measuring signals delivered by the sensors into position data of the hand-held probe. 1. An apparatus for pointing spatial coordinates by a pointing tip , comprising a movable hand-held probe , having said pointing tip , and a portable base unit provided with a rotatably supported elongated arm , wherein said hand-held probe connects to said portable base unit by means of a cord or a wire via said elongated arm and wherein said base unit is provided with sensors arranged for measuring length or a change in length of said cord or said wire and rotation of said arm in at least one degree of freedom , and a computer-controlled processing device arranged for processing measuring signals delivered by said sensors into position data of said hand-held probe , characterized in that said hand-held probe further comprises an orientation device arranged for determining data relating to orientation of said hand-held probe , and an interface device arranged for exchanging said orientation data with said computer-controlled processing device , and wherein said computer-controlled processing device is further arranged for processing said measuring signals and orientation data into said spatial coordinates of said pointing tip of said hand-held probe.2. Apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein said movable hand-held probe comprises a first part rotatably connected to a second part via a rotation angle meter claim 1 , wherein said cord or said wire is connected ...

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12-09-2013 дата публикации

MEASURING MACHINE PROVIDED WITH A SYSTEM FOR COMPENSATING MEASURING ERRORS DUE TO THERMAL EXPANSION OF A SCALE OF A LINEAR TRANSDUCER

Номер: US20130232805A1
Автор: RUSSO Domenico
Принадлежит: HEXAGON METROLOGY S.P.A.

A measuring machine comprising a member mobile along an axis, an optical scale extending parallel to the axis, a first reading head, which is carried by the mobile member and co-operates with the optical scale, an additional sensor carried by the mobile member, and a processing unit co-operating with the first reading head and with the additional sensor for detecting data correlated with the state of thermal expansion of the optical scale. 1. A measuring machine comprising:at least one member mobile in a direction parallel to an axis; anda linear transducer for detecting the position of said mobile member along said axis, the transducer including:a scale extending parallel to said axis and a first reading head carried by the mobile member and co-operating with the scale; anda system for compensating measuring errors due to thermal expansion of the scale comprising an additional sensor carried by said mobile member and processing means co-operating with the first reading head and with the additional sensor for detecting data correlated with the state of thermal expansion of the scale.2. The machine according to claim 1 , wherein the additional sensor includes a second reading head co-operating with said scale.3. The machine according to claim 2 , wherein the first and second reading heads are spaced apart from one another along said axis by a distance that does not vary with the temperature or varies in a known way therewith.4. The machine according to claim 2 , wherein said first and second reading heads are reset with respect to a common reference sign set on the scale.5. The machine according to claim 1 , wherein the additional sensor includes a distance sensor configured for measuring the distance from a fixed reference fixed with respect to a fixed point of said scale.6. The machine according to claim 1 , wherein the additional sensor includes a detector configured for detecting a reference sign on the scale claim 1 , said processing means being configured for ...

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19-09-2013 дата публикации

CMM WITH MODULAR FUNCTIONALITY

Номер: US20130239424A1
Автор: Tait Hogar
Принадлежит: HEXAGON METROLOGY AB

An articulated arm CMM system comprises an articulated arm comprising a plurality of articulated arm members, a measuring probe at a distal end, and a base at a proximal end, the base comprising a docking portion. The articulated arm CMM system also includes a plurality of feature packs configured to electronically connect to the articulated arm via the docking portions and provide additional electronic functionality. 1. An articulated arm CMM comprising:an articulated arm comprising a plurality of articulated arm members, a measuring probe at a distal end, and a base at a proximal end, the articulated arm being configured to measure and output a position of an end of the articulated arm; anda single docking portion on the articulated arm, the docking portion configured to form a connection with a modular feature pack that can provide at least two additional and distinct features or functionalities to the articulated arm,wherein the articulated arm is configured to measure and output a position of an end of the articulated arm with or without a modular feature pack attached.2. The articulated arm CMM of claim 1 , wherein the articulated arm is configured to receive commands through the single docking portion.3. The articulated arm CMM of claim 1 , wherein the docking portion comprises an electronic connector configured to form an electronic connection with the feature pack.4. The articulated arm CMM of claim 3 , wherein the electronic connection comprises a data transfer connection.5. The articulated arm CMM of claim 3 , wherein the electronic connection comprises a power transmission connection.6. The articulated arm CMM of claim 1 , wherein the docking portion comprises a mechanical connection.7. The articulated arm CMM of claim 1 , wherein the docking portion comprises a thermal connection.8. The articulated arm CMM of claim 7 , wherein the docking portion connects to electronics in the arm by thermally conductive members claim 7 , allowing substantial heat ...

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26-09-2013 дата публикации

TRACER PIN ARRANGEMENT

Номер: US20130247402A1
Автор: Richter Frank
Принадлежит: CARL ZEISS 3D AUTOMATION GMBH

The invention relates to an intermediate element for the arrangement of a probe pin with respect to the probe pin carrier of a coordinate measuring machine, having a single-piece base body with a probe pin end and a machine end. It is provided here that the machine end is provided with a coupling element and with a means for ensuring a reproducible rotational alignment, and the probe pin end has a bearing face which is inclined in a fixed manner with respect to the axis of the coupling element, is provided on a general ball segment form which is flattened by the bearing face, and is configured with a positively locking means and/or frictional means for the positively locking and/or frictional engagement with a fastening end of the probe pin in contact with the bearing face. 1. An intermediate element for the arrangement of a probe pin with respect to the probe pin carrier of a coordinate measuring machine , having a preferably single-piece base body with a probe pin end and a machine end , the machine end being provided with a coupling element and with a means for ensuring a reproducible rotational alignment , and the probe pin end having a bearing face which is inclined in a fixed manner with respect to the axis of the coupling element , is provided on a general ball segment form which is flattened by the bearing face , and is configured with a positively locking means and/or frictional means for the positively locking and/or frictional engagement with a fastening end of the probe pin in contact with the bearing face.2. The intermediate element as claimed in claim 1 , characterized in that the coupling element is a swivel coupling element.3. The intermediate element as claimed in claim 1 , characterized in that the means for ensuring a reproducible rotational alignment has a pair part of a non-rotationally symmetrical positively locking means pair which interacts with a complementary machine-side pair part.4. The intermediate element as claimed in claim 1 , ...

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26-09-2013 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR INSPECTING THE RINGS AND NECKS OF CONTAINERS

Номер: US20130247404A1
Принадлежит: MSC & SGCC

A device for inspecting rings and necks of containers includes a movable element with an outer gauge for checking the outside of the ring of the containers, and an inner gauge for checking the inside of the ring and neck of the containers. The movable element includes a system for measuring the position of the movable element relative to the frame, a system for detecting contact between the inner gauge and the container, a system for detecting contact between the outer gauge and the container, and a processing unit for determining, on the basis of the measurements of the position of the movable element and of the instances of contact between the gauges and the container, whether or not the size of the rings and/or necks of the containers are acceptable, and the types of defects for the containers whereof the sizes of the rings and/or necks are not acceptable. 126971415- A device for inspecting the rings and necks of containers () , including a movable element () driven by a drive system () in an alternating movement relative to the frame () , in a direction of movement parallel to the axis of symmetry of the containers , the movable element being provided with an outer gauge () for checking the outside of the ring of the containers , and an inner gauge () for checking the inside of the ring and neck of the containers , characterized in that it includes:{'b': 30', '6', '31, 'a system () for measuring the position of the movable element () relative to the frame, in the direction of movement, the measurements of the position of the movable element being provided to a processing unit (),'}{'b': 35', '15', '2', '6', '31, 'a system () for detecting the contact between the inner gauge () and the container (), during the movement of the movable element (), the instances of contact being provided to the processing unit (),'}{'b': 37', '14', '2', '31, 'a system () for detecting the contact between the outer gauge () and the container (), during the movement of the movable ...

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26-09-2013 дата публикации

DIFFRACTION FIELDS FOR GUIDING AN OBJECT TO A TARGET

Номер: US20130253883A1
Автор: BOULTIS Ioannis
Принадлежит:

An object moving towards a target with a velocity can be accurately estimated and targeted based on keeping the object within a field of diffraction, the object being disturbed by effects caused by noise. 2. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the at least one diffraction field quantity includes: a component of a field tensor claim 1 , a component of an energy momentum tensor claim 1 , or a function of the field tensor and the energy momentum tensor.3. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the measurement instrument is configured to be a projectile.4. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the at least one state variable includes: a measured position value of the at least one object claim 1 , a radius of the target claim 1 , or a measured velocity value of the at least one object.6. The method as claimed in claim 5 , wherein the at least one diffraction field quantity includes: a component of a field tensor claim 5 , a component of an energy momentum tensor claim 5 , or a function of the field tensor and the energy momentum tensor.7. The method as claimed in claim 5 , wherein the measurement instrument is configured to be a projectile.8. The method as claimed in claim 5 , wherein the at least one state variable includes: a measured position value of the at least one object claim 5 , a radius of the target claim 5 , or a measured velocity value of the at least one object. This is a Continuation of application Ser. No. 12/955,622 filed Nov. 29, 2010, which claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Applications No. 61/264,884 filed Nov. 30, 2009 and No. 61/344,391 filed Jul. 12, 2010. The disclosure of the prior applications is hereby incorporated by reference herein in its entirety.In the art of predicting how an object hits a target, several models have been proposed, such as classical motion. The accuracy of any prediction is affected by random noise, thus making models using only classical motion, and the equations used to determine classical motion, ...

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03-10-2013 дата публикации

MACHINING APPARATUS WITH ON-MACHINE MEASURING FUNCTION

Номер: US20130255091A1
Принадлежит: TOSHIBA KIKAI KABUSHIKI KAISHA

A machining apparatus including a distributor which generates a movement command for a motor; a position detector which detects a working position of the motor; and a motor controller which controls a corresponding motor based on the movement command, with the output of the position detector being fedback to the motor controller. During a scanning measurement control, in place of a machining tool, a probe sensor capable of measuring a distance relative to a work is attached, and while input of the movement command to the motor controller is interrupted, a measurement result obtained by the probe sensor is fedback to the motor controller. The detection result obtained by the position detector is superimposed on the measurement result and outputted as information on a shape of the work. 1. A machining apparatus comprising:a distributor configured to generate a movement command for a motor;a position detector configured to detect a working position of the motor; anda motor controller configured to control a corresponding motor based on the movement command, with a detection result obtained by the position detector being fedback to the motor controller in order that the detection result obtained by the position detector corresponds to a predetermined working position;wherein:during a scanning measurement control, in place of a machining tool, a probe sensor capable of measuring a distance relative to a work is attached;during the scanning measurement control, input of the movement command to the motor controller is interrupted, and a measurement result obtained by the probe sensor is fedback to the motor controller in order that the measurement result obtained by the probe sensor corresponds to a predetermined distance; andduring the scanning measurement control, information In which the detection result obtained by the position detector and the measurement result obtained by the probe sensor are superimposed on each other, is outputted as information on a shape of the ...

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03-10-2013 дата публикации

MEASUREMENT HEAD FOR FEELER FOR WORKPIECES BEING MACHINED

Номер: US20130255092A1
Автор: TRIONFETTI Gianni
Принадлежит: Balance Systems S.r.L.

Provided is a measuring head () for a feeler () of workpieces () being machined, including a fixed portion () to be secured to an outer fixed support, a movable portion () including a constraint element () for a feeler arm (), a rotational hinge () adapted to connect the fixed portion () to the movable portion (), wherein the fixed portion (), movable portion () and pivot bearing () are of one piece construction. 1. A measuring head for a feeler of workpieces being machined , said measuring head comprising: a fixed portion to be secured to an outer fixed support; a movable portion comprising a constraint element for a feeler arm; and a rotational hinge adapted to connect said fixed portion to said movable portion , said rotational hinge being a flexural pivot bearing made up of metal elements adapted to be elastically deformed , said rotational hinge comprising a cylindrical cavity and a plurality of blades passing through said cylindrical cavity and defining a plurality of cylindrical sectors , and said rotational hinge being of one piece construction with at least one of said fixed portion and movable portion.2. The measuring head as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said rotational hinge claim 1 , fixed portion and movable portion are of one piece construction.3. The measuring head as claimed in claim 2 , wherein said blades are two in number claim 2 , substantially mutually perpendicular and passing through said cylindrical cavity substantially diametrically.4. The measuring head as claimed in claim 1 , wherein at said hinge two recesses are present which are adapted to separate the portions adjacent to a cylindrical cavity of said fixed and movable portions and adapted to enable mutual angular displacement of said portions.5. A process for making a measuring head as claimed in claim 1 , comprising a chip-removal machining step and an electrical discharge machining step in which at least said rotational hinge is formed.6. The process as claimed in claim 5 , wherein ...

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03-10-2013 дата публикации

SHAPE MEASUREMENT METHOD, AND SYSTEM THEREFOR

Номер: US20130262027A1
Принадлежит:

A model based measurement method is capable of estimating a cross-sectional shape by matching various pre-created cross-sectional shapes with a library of SEM signal waveforms. The present invention provides a function for determining whether or not it is appropriate to create a model of a cross-sectional shape or a function for verifying the accuracy of estimation results to a conventional model based measurement method, wherein a solution space (expected solution space) is obtained by matching library waveforms and is displayed before measuring the real pattern by means of model based measurement. Moreover, after the real pattern is measured by means of model based measurement, the solution space (real solution space) is obtained by matching the real waveforms with the library waveforms and is displayed. 1. A shape measurement method comprising:creating a group of calculated waveforms (library) corresponding to various cross-sectional shapes by electron beam simulation;performing image pickup on a pattern formed on a sample with a scanning electron microscope (SEM);performing matching between a real waveform of an image obtained by the image pickup and the created library and selecting a calculated waveform most coinciding with the real waveform;determining a plurality of shape parameters to represent a cross-sectional shape of the pattern formed on the sample based on the selected calculated waveform; andmeasuring a three-dimensional shape of the pattern, from an image obtained by performing image pickup on the pattern formed on the sample with the SEM using the determined plurality of shape parameters,wherein the determination of the plurality of shape parameters is performed by supporting setting of shape parameter conditions using the created library, or by checking and determining accuracy of the result of measurement of the three-dimensional shape, or by using both.2. The shape measurement method according to claim 1 , wherein the determination of the ...

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17-10-2013 дата публикации

POSITION INDICATOR

Номер: US20130269446A1
Принадлежит: Wacom Co., Ltd.

A position indicator is provided, which includes a chassis that accommodates a holder therein, wherein the holder in turn accommodates various elements therein. The holder includes a core body engaging portion configured to hold a core body, a component disposing portion in which one or more pressure-sensitive components are disposed in an axial direction so as to receive a pressing pressure applied to the core body, and a printed wiring board mounting portion for being engaged with and mounting a printed wiring board with a longitudinal direction of the printed wiring board as the axial direction. The core body and the one or more pressure-sensitive components are held by the core body engaging portion and the component disposing portion in such a way that their central positions are aligned with each other in a predetermined position. 1. A position indicator , comprising:a cylindrical chassis;a core body, which is disposed within the cylindrical chassis such that a tip thereof protrudes from a distal opening end of the cylindrical chassis;a printed wiring board, which is disposed within the cylindrical chassis and which is provided with a circuit element to detect a pressing pressure applied to the tip of the core body;one or more pressure-sensitive components configured to detect a displacement of the core body, in an axial direction of the cylindrical chassis, corresponding to the pressing pressure applied to the tip; anda holder, which is accommodated within a hollow portion of the cylindrical chassis with its longitudinal direction being aligned with the axial direction of the cylindrical chassis, a core body engaging portion configured to hold the core body and to regulate movement of the core body in a direction toward the tip;', 'a component disposing portion, which defines an opening portion that opens in a direction perpendicular to the axial direction and in which the one or more pressure-sensitive components are arranged in the axial direction so as to ...

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31-10-2013 дата публикации

PROFILE MEASURING METHOD AND PROFILE MEASURING INSTRUMENT

Номер: US20130283627A1
Принадлежит: MITUTOYO CORPORATION

A controller of a profile measuring instrument includes: an information acquirer that acquires profile information on a profile of a workpiece and a probe command unit that calculates a probe command value for moving the probe by a movement mechanism based on the profile information acquired by the information acquirer. The probe command value is a value for causing a movement of the stylus tip along a lateral face of an imaginary cone that is imaginarily defined in accordance with the profile of the workpiece based on the profile information, the movement of the stylus tip being performed while a distance between a center of the stylus tip and a reference axis passing through a center of a bottom face of the imaginary cone and parallel to the lateral face of the imaginary cone is kept constant. 1. A profile measuring method using a profile measuring instrument , the profile measuring instrument comprising: a probe having a stylus tip to be in contact with a workpiece; a movement mechanism that is adapted to move the probe; and a controller that is adapted to control the movement mechanism , the stylus tip being moved along a measurement target face of the workpiece while the stylus tip is pressed against the measurement target face of the workpiece to measure a profile of the measurement target face , the method comprising:acquiring profile information on the profile of the workpiece; andcalculating a probe command value for moving the probe by the movement mechanism based on the profile information acquired in the acquiring of the information, the acquiring of the information and the calculating of the probe command value being performed by the controller, whereinthe probe command value is a value for causing a movement of the stylus tip along a lateral face of an imaginary cone that is imaginarily defined in accordance with the profile of the workpiece based on the profile information, the movement of the stylus tip being performed while a distance between a ...

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14-11-2013 дата публикации

FORM MEASURING APPARATUS, METHOD FOR MEASURING FORM, METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING STRUCTURE AND NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER READABLE MEDIUM STORING A PROGRAM FOR SETTING MEASUREMENT AREA

Номер: US20130298415A1
Автор: KANTO Kenta
Принадлежит: NIKON CORPORATION

There is provided a form measuring apparatus which is configured to perform measurement of a surface form of a surface of an object to be inspected having a three-dimensional shape, the form measuring apparatus including: a detecting section which performs detection of the surface form of the surface of the object having the three-dimensional form; and an area-setting section which sets, as a measurement area, an adjacent area adjacent to a designated area, based on form information of a form of the designated area. 1. A form measuring apparatus configured to perform measurement of a surface form of a surface of an object having a three-dimensional form , the apparatus comprising:a detecting section which is configured to perform detection of the surface form of the object having the three-dimensional form; andan area-setting section which is configured to set, as a measurement area, an adjacent area adjacent to a designated area, based on form information of a form of the designated area.2. The form measuring apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the area-setting section is configured to set claim 1 , as the measurement area claim 1 , the adjacent area adjacent to the designated area based on the form information claim 1 , of the designated area claim 1 , which has been previously measured.3. The form measuring apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the area-setting section is configured to set claim 1 , as the measurement area claim 1 , the adjacent area adjacent to the designated area based on form information of design information in the designated area.4. The form measuring apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the area-setting section includes an external-interpolation processing section which is configured to calculate an outside area located at outside of the designated area based on a form measurement data obtained by the measurement.5. The form measuring apparatus according to claim 4 , wherein the measurement area includes the designated area; ...

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14-11-2013 дата публикации

ANALOGUE MEASUREMENT PROBE FOR A MACHINE TOOL APPARATUS AND METHOD OF OPERATION

Номер: US20130298416A1
Принадлежит: RENISHAW PLC

An analogue probe for a machine tool apparatus, which includes a probe body, a stylus member movably secured to the probe body and a sensor that measures the extent of displacement of the stylus member relative to the probe body, in which the sensor is contained within a chamber in the probe body. The analogue probe further includes a vent between the chamber and the outside of the probe body, configured such that, when the vent is open, the pressure within the chamber can equalise with the analogue probe's operating environment's pressure, and is further configured such that the vent's opening to the outside of the probe body can be closed so as to seal the chamber and the sensor from external contaminants during operation of the analogue probe. 1. An analogue probe for a machine tool apparatus , comprising:a probe body;a stylus member movably secured to the probe body;a sensor that measures an extent of displacement of the stylus member relative to the probe body, in which the sensor is contained within a chamber in the probe body; anda vent between the chamber and the outside of the probe body, configured such that when the vent is open the pressure within the chamber can equalise with the analogue probe's operating environment's pressure, and further configured such that the vent's opening to the outside of the probe body can be closed so as to seal the chamber and therefore the sensor from external contaminants during operation of the analogue probe.2. An analogue probe as claimed in claim 1 , comprising a plug that seals the vent's opening.3. An analogue probe as claimed in claim 2 , in which the plug comprises a part of the analogue probe required for operation of the analogue probe.4. An analogue probe as claimed in claim 2 , in which the vent's opening provides access to an area within the probe body to house an electronic component.5. An analogue probe as claimed in claim 4 , in which when released claim 4 , the vent's opening provides access to a battery ...

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14-11-2013 дата публикации

TRUNK AREA DIMENSION MEASUREMENT DEVICE AND BODY FAT MEASUREMENT DEVICE

Номер: US20130301060A1
Принадлежит: OMRON HEALTHCARE CO., LTD.

The trunk area dimension measurement device includes a light reflection portion to be placed at a position of a navel of the measurement subject, a contact portion to be placed on a side surface of the measurement subject's trunk area, a support column having a contact detection unit that detects the contact with the contact portion and that extends in the vertical direction, a measurement bar that is supported pivotably about a first support point vertically with respect to the support column and that extends above the measurement subject's trunk area, an optical sensor that is held by the measurement bar positioned above the measurement subject's trunk area and that is held pivotably about a second support point so as to hang down in a gravity direction, and an angle sensor that is provided at either one of the first support point and the second support point. 1. A trunk area dimension measurement device for measuring a trunk area width and a trunk are depth of a measurement subject who is lying face-up , comprising:a support column to be placed on a side surface of the trunk area of the measurement subject;a measurement bar that is supported pivotably about a first support point vertically with respect to the support column and that extends above the trunk area of the measurement subject;a distance sensor that is held by the measurement bar positioned above the trunk area of the measurement subject and that is held pivotably about a second support point so as to hang down in a gravity direction;an angle sensor that is provided at either one of the first support point and the second support point; anda control unit that processes information on an inclination angle of the measurement bar with respect to a vertical direction that is obtained from the angle sensor and information that is obtained from the distance sensor,wherein the control unit measures the trunk area width and the trunk area depth of the measurement subject based on distance information obtained ...

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14-11-2013 дата публикации

Analogue measurement probe for a machine tool apparatus

Номер: US20130304250A1
Принадлежит: RENISHAW PLC

An analogue probe for a machine tool apparatus, including a probe body and a stylus member movably secured to the probe body in a suspended rest position via a suspension mechanism. A sensor is provided for measuring the extent of displacement of the stylus member relative to the probe body from a rest position. The analogue probe further includes a first compliant sealing member extending between the probe body and stylus member such that the sensor is contained within a chamber sealed from external contaminants. The analogue probe also has for a suppressor for suppressing movement of the stylus member away from its suspended rest position induced by changes in the chamber's internal pressure and/or changes in the analogue probe's operating environment.

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14-11-2013 дата публикации

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR LOCATING THE POINT OF IMPACT OF A BODY ON A SURFACE

Номер: US20130304401A1
Принадлежит: TECHNOGYM S.P.A.

An apparatus for locating the point of impact of a body on a surface comprises detecting means () adapted to detect pressure waves generated by the interaction of said body with said surface, and a processing unit () operatively connected to said detecting means (); the detecting means () and the processing unit () are configured for detecting and processing power values associated with said pressure waves so as to calculate the position of said point of impact as a function of the aforementioned power values. Also described is the related method. 1121212121215121212121212121212121415abcdabcdabcd. An apparatus for locating the point of impact of a body on a surface , comprising detecting means (; , , , ) adapted to detect pressure waves generated by the interaction of said body with said surface , and a processing unit () operatively connected to said detecting means (; , , , ) , wherein said detecting means (; , , , ) and said processing unit ( , ) are configured for detecting and processing power values associated with said pressure waves so as to calculate the position of said point of impact as a function of said power values.261212121212abcd. The apparatus according to claim 1 , and comprising a supporting structure () on which said detecting means (; claim 1 , claim 1 , claim 1 , ) are positioned to be near said surface.31212121212614151212121212121212abcdabcdabcd. The apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein said detecting means comprise a plurality of acoustic or vibration contact sensors (; claim 2 , claim 2 , claim 2 , ) which are sensitive to vibrations or sounds generated by the impact of said body on said surface and which are positioned in several distinct zones (Va claim 2 , Vb claim 2 , Vc claim 2 , Vd) of said supporting structure () claim 2 , said processing unit ( claim 2 , ) being configured for obtaining and comparing with each other amplitude values associated with the vibrations or sounds picked up respectively by the single sensors ( claim 2 ...

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21-11-2013 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR MEASURING SURFACE DIMENSIONS OF AN OBJECT

Номер: US20130305509A1
Автор: Puchegger Alfred
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The invention relates to a device for measuring surface dimensions of an object, comprising an elongate flexible material piece, which is supported on a roller in such a way that the material piece can be unwound and on the end of which a probe is provided, wherein the roller is connected to a base of the device in such a way that the roller can be rotated about a vertical axis, and wherein two sensors are provided, by means of which the unwound length of the material piece and the angle of the roller with respect to the base can be detected, wherein the base consists of a planar bottom plate and the roller is arranged on the side facing away from the contact surface of the bottom plate. 1. A device for measuring surface dimensions of an object , having an elongated flexible material piece that can be unrolled , supported on a roller , on the end of which a probe is provided , wherein the roller is connected to a base of the device such that it can rotate about a vertical axis , and wherein two sensors are provided , by means of which the unrolled section of the material piece and the angle of the roller in relation to the base can be detected , characterized in that the base consists of a flat base plate , and the roller is disposed on the surface of the base plate facing away from the supporting surface.2. The device according to claim 1 , characterized in that a pre-tensioning means claim 1 , preferably a spring claim 1 , is provided claim 1 , with which a force is exerted on the elongated flexible material piece for winding it onto the roller.3. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the elongated flexible material piece is a tape measure.4. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the roller is supported on a swivel arm claim 1 , by means of which the axis of the roller can be repeatedly moved toward the base.5. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the base plate exhibits a stop angle for aligning the device with an edge of an object.6. The device ...

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21-11-2013 дата публикации

Repair-pipe/designed-pipe measuring system

Номер: US20130305550A1
Автор: Kenji Nohmi
Принадлежит: Plus One Techno Co Ltd

Provided is a repair-pipeldesig led-pipe measuring system for measuring the flange faces of a pair of flanges at both ends of a repair pipe or a designed pipe and obtaining spatial position data of the flange faces, the repair pipe being brought in a factory and repaired when a defect such as leakage occurs in a pipe used for carrying a liquid or a gas in ships, plants, and other places in order that the defective portion is reworked, and the designed pipe being made on the basis of a design in order that the error between the design and itself is checked. An object ( 2 ) to be measured such as a pipe or the like is set between a reference stage to which a position measuring device ( 3 ) previously invented by the present inventor for the purpose of another use is attached and a related stage which is processed to have an accurate positional relationship with respect to the reference stage and to which the position measuring device is attachable. The object to be measured is measured from both the reference stage side and the related stage side by using the position measuring devices, which the position measuring devices may be moved by connecting the reference stage with the related stage by a sliding mechanism. This accurately checks the positional relationship of the flanges at both ends of a pipe or the like.

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02-01-2014 дата публикации

Lobster Gauge

Номер: US20140000121A1
Автор: Reed Diana
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An apparatus for measuring a section of a creature, the apparatus having a caliper with a slot, a band for anchoring the caliper, and a tether to connect the caliper and the band. The tether may have a first and second loop to connect to the caliper and band. The slot width is configurable respective to a desired length of the section of the creature measured. The apparatus is constructed using corrosion resistant substances. A method is provided for using the same to measure a section of a creature. In one example, a lobster gauge is provided to measure a carapace for determining compliance with governmental regulations. 1. An apparatus for measuring a section of a creature comprising:a caliper comprising a top edge and opposing bottom edge both extending from a first end of the caliper to a second end of the caliper, and caliper material extending from the top edge to the bottom edge being bound at the first end by a first side edge and at the second end by a second side edge;a slot of caliper material that is absent from the caliper near the top edge defined by a slot width along part of the top edge partially extending into the caliper material of the caliper in the direction of the bottom edge to a slot depth and terminating at a bottom slot edge;a band for anchoring the caliper;a tether to connect the caliper and the band, the tether comprising a piece of tether material elongated between a first tether end and a distal second tether end, wherein the first tether end is connected to a first intermediary section of the tether to form a first loop that is connectable to the caliper, and wherein the second tether end is connected to a second intermediary section of the tether to form a second loop that is connectable to the band; anda hole in the caliper to which the tether is connectable;wherein the slot width is configurable respective to a desired length of the section of the creature.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the top edge is approximately parallel ...

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09-01-2014 дата публикации

COORDINATE MEASURING MACHINE

Номер: US20140007441A1
Принадлежит: HEXAGON TECHNOLOGY CENTER GMBH

A coordinate measurement machine with a first frame element, a second frame element, a linear drive unit with a motor for moving the second frame element relative to the first frame element and a position measurement instrument, for determining a drive position of the second frame element relative to the first frame element. The drive unit has limited stiffness and dynamic deflections on movement. The machine comprises a mechanical coupler from the drive unit to the second frame element, which coupler comprises a first part fixed to the drive unit and a second part fixed to the second frame element, which parts are movable relative to each other by an active compensation actuator. The active compensation actuator is built in such a way to shift the second frame element against the drive unit to introduce a counter-displacement in such a way that the dynamic deflections are at least partially compensated. 115-. (canceled)16. A coordinate measurement machine for determination of at least one space coordinate of a measurement point on a measured object , comprising:a first frame element;a second frame element;a linear drive unit with a motor for moving the second frame element relative to the first frame element in a direction of movement; anda position measurement instrument, for determining a drive position of the second frame element relative to the first frame element,wherein the drive unit has limited stiffness and dynamic deflections on movement, wherein a mechanical coupler from the drive unit to the second frame element, which coupler comprises a first part fixed to the drive unit and a second part fixed to the second frame element, which parts are movable relative to each other by an active compensation actuator, wherein the coupler and the active compensation actuator are built in such a way to shift the second frame element against the drive unit to introduce a counter-displacement for at least partially compensating the dynamic deflections.17. The ...

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23-01-2014 дата публикации

ARTICULATED ARM

Номер: US20140020255A1
Принадлежит: HEXAGON METROLOGY AB

An articulated arm CMM comprises a plurality of transfer members, a plurality of articulation members connecting at least two transfer members to each other, a coordinate acquisition member at a distal end, and a base at a proximal end. At least two of the articulation members can include at least one encoder and the at least two encoders can both be enclosed within a single monoblock housing. 1. (canceled)2. An articulated arm CMM comprising:an articulated arm comprising a plurality of transfer members, a plurality of articulation members connecting at least two transfer members to each other, a coordinate acquisition member at a distal end, and a base at a proximal end;wherein at least two of the articulation members each comprise at least one encoder and the at least two encoders are both enclosed within a single monoblock housing.3. The articulated arm CMM of wherein the monoblock housing comprises a removable cover portion.4. The articulated arm CMM of wherein the removable cover portion occludes an opening the housing through which an encoder can be inserted into the housing.5. The articulated arm CMM of wherein the housing comprises a hinge-receiving portion and a swivel receiving portion.6. The articulated arm CMM of wherein the at least two encoders are configured to detect rotation about at least two axes that are perpendicular to each other.7. The articulated arm CMM of wherein the at least two encoders can be inserted and removed independently.8. An articulated arm CMM comprising:an articulated arm comprising a plurality of articulated arm members, a coordinate acquisition member at a distal end, and a base at a proximal end; anda counterbalance supporting the arm at a rotational point between adjacent articulated arm members;wherein the counterbalance connects to an articulated arm member closer to the base at a point nearer to the rotational point than to the base.9. The articulated arm CMM of claim 8 , wherein the counterbalance comprises an integral ...

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23-01-2014 дата публикации

SHAPE MEASURING APPARATUS AND CONTROL METHOD OF SHAPE MEASURING APPARATUS

Номер: US20140025336A1
Принадлежит:

A control method of a shape measuring apparatus divides a curve indicating a movement path of a probe into a plurality of sections. A measurement target section is selected from the plurality of sections sequentially from a starting point side of the curve indicating the movement path of the probe. A first curvature radius is calculated from a curvature of the measurement target section. A second curvature radius is calculated according to an angle between a first straight line connecting a starting point to an ending point of the measurement target section and a second straight line connecting a starting point to an ending point of a section next to the measurement target section. A smaller value from among the first curvature radius and the second curvature radius is set as an effective radius. A maximum speed of probe movement increasing according to an increase in the effective radius is calculated for the measurement target section. 1. A control method of a shape measuring apparatus , comprising:dividing a curve indicating a movement path of a probe into a plurality of sections;selecting a measurement target section from the plurality of sections sequentially from a starting point side of the curve indicating the movement path of the probe;calculating a first curvature radius from a curvature of the measurement target section;calculating a second curvature radius according to an angle between a first straight line connecting a starting point to an ending point of the measurement target section and a second straight line connecting a starting point to an ending point of a section next to the measurement target section;selecting a smaller value from among the first curvature radius and the second curvature radius as an effective radius; andcalculating a maximum speed of probe movement increasing according to an increase in the effective radius for the measurement target section.2. The control method of a shape measuring apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , ...

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30-01-2014 дата публикации

Orientation Tracking System and Method

Номер: US20140031723A1
Принадлежит: Infoscitex Corp

An orientation tracking system including a first tracking system subject to drift. A second tracking system is configured to provide an output for calibrating the first tracking system to reduce the drift of the first tracking system. The second tracking system includes at least one inclinometer, each inclinometer including a light source adjacent one side of the inclinometer, a light sensor adjacent an opposing side of the inclinometer, and a light obscuring material within the inclinometer for obscuring the light between the light source and light sensor to indicate an orientation of the inclinometer.

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30-01-2014 дата публикации

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR CLASSIFYING ORIENTATION OF A BODY OF A MAMMAL

Номер: US20140032124A1
Принадлежит: DORSAVI PT LTD

Apparatus is disclosed for providing classification of body orientation of a mammal. The apparatus includes means () for measuring position of said body relative to a frame of reference at one or more points on the body, wherein said means for measuring includes at least one position sensor. The apparatus includes means () for providing first data indicative of said position; means () for storing said data at least temporarily; and means () for processing said data to provide said classification of body orientation. A method for providing classification of body orientation of a mammal is also disclosed. 140-. (canceled)41. An apparatus for providing a classification of orientation of a body of a mammal , said apparatus including:a position sensor arranged for measuring position of said body relative to a frame of reference at one or more points on the body and for providing first data indicative of said position;a memory device coupled to the position sensor and arranged for storing said first data; anda processor coupled to the position sensor and arranged for processing said first data to provide said classification of body orientation.42. An apparatus according to wherein the one or more points are located on a spine of the mammal claim 41 , and said processor includes an algorithm for evaluating body orientation.43. An apparatus according to wherein said algorithm includes a dynamic classifier and a static classifier claim 42 , and further includes a transition classifier to enhance accuracy of said classification.44. An apparatus according to wherein said processing is performed in real time to enhance accuracy of said classification.45. An apparatus according to wherein said algorithm is adapted to evaluate said body orientation based on assigning class signatures to primary body orientations including standing claim 42 , sitting and lying down claim 42 , and wherein said algorithm includes a logic tree to identify posture based on recognition of a signature ...

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06-02-2014 дата публикации

HEIGHT MEASURING DEVICE FOR WORKPIECES

Номер: US20140033555A1
Автор: LU JIAN-QIANG, XU JIAN-HUA
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A height measuring includes a mounting base, a measuring mechanism, and a controller. The measuring mechanism includes a driving member, a measuring member, and a sensor. The driving member is mounted onto the mounting base. The sensor is positioned on the driving member. The measuring member is movably positioned on the driving member and passes through the sensor. The driving member is configured to drive the measuring member to move until it contacts a workpiece in a jig. The controller is electrically connected to the sensor and prestores a moving distance range. The sensor is configured to sense a moving distance of the measuring member and transmit the moving distance to the controller. The controller is configured to judge whether or not the workpiece reaches a proper height relative to the jig by comparing the moving distance data with the prestored distance range. 1. A height measuring device , for measuring and indicating height inspection data for at least one workpiece positioned in a jig , comprising:a platform;a mounting base mounted on the platform;at least one measuring mechanism, the at least one measuring mechanism comprising a driving member, a measuring member, and a sensor; anda controller electrically connected to the sensor for receiving the moving distance of the measuring member form the sensor,wherein the driving member is mounted on the mounting base, the sensor is fixed to the driving member for sensing a moving distance of the measuring member, the measuring member is movably positioned on and driven by the driving member for a range of motion until contacting the at least one workpiece, and a prestored data of a moving distance range is stored and compared by the controller for judging whether a height of the at least one workpiece is of an acceptable height relative to the jig via comparing the moving distance data with the prestored data of the moving distance range.2. The height measuring device of claim 1 , wherein at least one ...

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13-02-2014 дата публикации

MEASURING SYSTEM FOR DETERMINING 3D COORDINATES OF AN OBJECT SURFACE

Номер: US20140046589A1
Принадлежит: HEXAGON TECHNOLOGY CENTER GMBH

A measuring system for determining 3D coordinates of measurement points on an object surface which has a scanning apparatus for measuring the measurement points on the object surface and for determining inner measurement point coordinates in an inner scanning coordinate system. Furthermore, a referencing arrangement for producing referencing information for referencing the inner measurement point coordinates in the outer object coordinate system and an evaluation unit for determining the 3D coordinates of the measurement points in the outer object coordinate system on the basis of the inner measurement point coordinates and the referencing information are provided such that the inner measurement point coordinates are in the form of 3D coordinates in the outer object coordinate system. The scanning apparatus is in this case carried in an unmanned, controllable, automotive air vehicle. 115-. (canceled)16. A measuring system for determining 3D coordinates of measurement points of an object surface in an outer object coordinate system comprising:an optical scanning device based on the triangulation principle for point by point optical measurement of the measurement points of the object surface and for determining inner measurement point coordinates in an inner scanning coordinate system;a referencing arrangement for generating referencing information for referencing the inner measurement point coordinates in the outer object coordinate system;an evaluation unit for determining the 3D coordinates of the measurement points in the outer object coordinate system depending on the inner measurement point coordinates and the referencing information, so that the inner measurement point coordinates are present as 3D coordinates in the outer object coordinate system;an unmanned, controllable, automotive air vehicle carrying the scanning device; and taking into account respective current inner measurement point coordinates determined using the scanning device; and/or', 'taking ...

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27-02-2014 дата публикации

MEASURING HEAD FOR A COORDINATE MEASURING MACHINE FOR DETERMINING SPATIAL COORDINATES ON A MEASUREMENT OBJECT

Номер: US20140053423A1
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A measuring head for a coordinate measuring machine for determining spatial coordinates on a measurement object has a coupling part for detachably receiving a measurement tool. The coupling part has a number of first bearing elements, a magnet and a retaining pin. The measurement tool has a disk with a number of second bearing elements, an anchoring plate and at least one adjustable locking element. The magnet is configured to attract the anchoring plate so as to bring the first and second bearing elements into engagement with one another. The first and second bearing elements, in the engaged state, define a defined position of the measurement tool on the coupling part. The at least one locking element secures the measurement tool to the retaining pin. The anchoring plate is detachably secured to the disk and the at least one locking element retains the anchoring plate on the retaining pin. 1. In a coordinate measuring machine for determining spatial coordinates on a measurement object , a measuring head comprising;a coupling part for receiving a measurement tool, anda measurement tool detachably coupled to the coupling part;wherein the coupling part has a number of first bearing elements, a magnet and a retaining pin,wherein the measurement tool has a disk with a number of second bearing elements, an anchoring plate and at least one adjustable locking element,wherein the magnet is configured to attract the anchoring plate so as to bring the first and second bearing elements into engagement with one another,wherein the first and second bearing elements, in the engaged state, define a defined position of the measurement tool on the coupling part,wherein the at least one locking element secures the measurement tool to the retaining pin,wherein the anchoring plate is detachably secured to the disk, andwherein the at least one locking element retains the anchoring plate on the retaining pin.2. The measuring head of claim 1 , wherein the magnet generates a defined first ...

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27-02-2014 дата публикации

SIZE MEASURING AND COMPARING SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20140058702A1
Автор: CHANG TING-SHE
Принадлежит: HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY CO., LTD.

The disclosure provides a size measuring and comparing system and a method. The method includes steps: acquiring coordinates of at least four points which are not assigned on a same side of an object, creating a cuboid model including the at least four points as vertices based on the coordinates of the at least four points, calculating a height and a width of a space, determining whether it is feasible for the object to pass through the space based on a length, a width, and a height of the cuboid model and the height and the width of the space; and outputting a comparison result. 1. A size measuring and comparing system , wherein the system is applied on an electronic device and the electronic device comprises a positioning unit for positioning an object which has a plurality of sides and obtaining a coordinate of each point of the object , the system comprising:a point acquiring module to acquire coordinates of at least four points which are not assigned on a same side of the object from the positioning unit;a model creating module to create a cuboid model including the at least four points as vertices based on the coordinates of the at least four points;a space measuring module to calculate a height and a width of a space;a determination module to determine whether it is feasible for the object to pass through the space based on a length, a width, and a height of the cuboid model and the height and the width of the space; andan output control module to output a result;wherein the modules of the size measuring and comparing system are executable by at least one processor.2. The size measuring and comparing system as recited in claim 1 , wherein the electronic device comprises an infrared measuring unit claim 1 , when the electronic device is positioned on one point of the at least four points claim 1 , the infrared measuring unit is configured to calculate a distance between the object and the electronic device claim 1 , when the distance between the object and the ...

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06-03-2014 дата публикации

SHAPE MEASURING MACHINE AND METHOD OF CORRECTING SHAPE MEASUREMENT ERROR

Номер: US20140059872A1
Принадлежит: MITUTOYO CORPORATION

A shape measuring machine includes a slider that supports a scanning probe. A scale unit detects a displacement of the slider. A tip sphere displacement detection unit detects a displacement of the tip sphere. A calculation unit includes a correction filter including a first and second filters and an adder, and calculates a measurement value from the displacements of the slider and the tip sphere. The first filter corrects the displacement of the slider based on a frequency transfer characteristic from the scale unit to the tip of the slider. The second filter outputs a value that is obtained by correcting a value corrected by the first filter based on a frequency transfer characteristic from the tip of the slider to the tip sphere as the correction value. The adder outputs a measurement value obtained by adding the correction value and the displacement of the tip sphere. 1. A shape measuring machine comprising:a scanning probe that performs scanning measurement by using a tip sphere disposed at a tip of a stylus attached to one end of the scanning probe, the tip sphere being configured to come into contact with an object to be measured;a movably-disposed slider that supports the scanning probe at another end of the scanning probe opposite to the tip sphere;a scale unit that detects a displacement of the slider;a tip sphere displacement detection unit that detects a displacement of the tip sphere of the scanning probe with respect to a junction between the scanning probe and the slider; anda calculation unit that calculates a measurement value from the displacement of the slider detected by the scale unit and the displacement of the tip sphere detected by the tip sphere displacement detection unit, whereinthe calculation unit comprises:a correction filter that outputs a correction value, the correction value being obtained by correcting the displacement of the slider detected by the scale unit based on a frequency transfer characteristic from the scale unit to the ...

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13-03-2014 дата публикации

SHAPE MEASURING APPARATUS

Номер: US20140068958A1
Автор: KUBO Keishi
Принадлежит: Panasonic Corporation

There are provided a first (Y-axial direction) moving unit, a movement auxiliary unit for moving in substantially parallel with the first moving unit, and a second (X-axial direction) moving unit for moving substantially perpendicular to the first moving unit. Force generated for moving the second moving unit is received by the movement auxiliary unit to perform driving of the XY directions. Thus, when a measuring probe provided on the second moving unit is scanned in the XY directions, vibrations of the first moving unit can be suppressed without the first moving unit receiving a counteraction of force that acts in a direction substantially perpendicular to the moving direction of the first moving unit. 1. A shape measuring apparatus , comprising:a surface plate;a first moving unit that has a first fixed section extending along a first axis direction as any one of XY-axis directions of the surface plate and coupled with the surface plate, and a first movable section backward and forward moving along the first axis direction with respect to the first fixed section, and is arranged on the surface plate;a movement auxiliary unit that has an auxiliary unit fixed section extending along the first axis direction and coupled with the surface plate, and an auxiliary unit movable section backward and forward moving in substantially parallel with a moving direction of the first movable section with respect to the auxiliary unit fixed section; anda second moving unit that has a second fixed section which extends along a second-axis direction orthogonal to the first axis direction our of the XY-axis directions of the surface plate, and has one end movably supported by the first moving unit, and an other end fixed to the auxiliary unit movable section of the movement auxiliary unit, and a second movable section laterally moving in the second axis direction with respect to the second fixed section,wherein, the first moving unit has a first-axial drive unit having the first fixed ...

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13-03-2014 дата публикации

POSITIONING APPARATUS AND MEASURING APPARATUS

Номер: US20140071460A1
Автор: Suzuki Takeshi
Принадлежит: CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA

A positioning apparatus includes a structure including a movable portion, and a driving unit configured to drive the movable portion, and a control unit configured to control the driving unit. The control unit obtains data of a natural frequency of the structure, that changes in accordance with a state of at least one of a position and an attitude of the movable portion, using data of plural states of at least one of the position and the attitude of the movable portion, and controls the driving unit to reduce natural vibration with the changing natural frequency of the structure using the obtained data of the changing natural frequency of the structure. 1. A positioning apparatus including a structure including a movable portion , and a driving unit configured to drive the movable portion , and a control unit configured to control the driving unit , whereinthe control unitobtains data of a natural frequency of the structure, that changes in accordance with a state of at least one of a position and an attitude of the movable portion, using data of plural states of at least one of the position and the attitude of the movable portion, andcontrols the driving unit to reduce natural vibration with the changing natural frequency of the structure using the obtained data of the changing natural frequency of the structure.2. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the control unithas a model which defines a relationship between the state of at least one of the position and the attitude of the movable portion, and the natural frequency of the structure, that changes in accordance with the state, andobtains data of the changing state in a period in which the driving unit drives the movable portion, inputs data of the changing state into the model to obtain a shift of the natural frequency of the structure, and controls the driving unit to reduce natural vibration with the changing natural frequency of the structure.3. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the ...

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03-04-2014 дата публикации

HOLE MEASUREMENT APPARATUSES

Номер: US20140095107A1
Принадлежит: Projection Works, Inc.

The present invention is directed to automated apparatuses and methods for measuring fastener hole depth, fastener length, countersink depth and/or hole diameters in a workpiece (or other object) in an automated and extremely rapid, efficient and accurate manner. The apparatuses may be operably connected with a power source and with one or a plurality of computers or other data collection devices to transmit fastener hole depth, countersink depth and/or hole diameter measurement data and/or information to them each time that a fastener hole is measured, while the apparatus is continuously measuring fastener holes (i.e., with no interruptions). Extremely advantageously, using only one hand, and by only squeezing a trigger only one time, an operator of such an apparatus may successfully and very rapidly and accurately perform more than one, or all three, of the following functions: (i) normalize the apparatus relative to one or a plurality of fastener holes and/or workpiece surfaces; (ii) make one or a plurality of accurate measurements; and (iii) transmit the one or more measurements from the apparatus to one or a plurality of computers and/or other data collection devices for, for example, recordation, storage, manipulation, other use and/or the like. 1. An automated apparatus comprising:a housing;a measurement device affixed to a frame capable of making linear or rotary measurements;a reader head affixed to the measurement device having an ability to read one or a plurality of divisions when a measurement is made by the apparatus;a shaft that is moveable in a forwards direction or a backwards direction through the frame in which a probe tip may be affixed;a scale affixed to the shaft including a plurality of divisions uniformly spaced apart thereon that is readable by the measurement device; a hollow body having its aft end affixed to a forward end of the frame, and having a diameter that is larger than the diameter of the shaft, through which the shaft may move; ...

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10-04-2014 дата публикации

Absolute diameter measurement arm

Номер: US20140096405A1
Принадлежит: Axiam Inc

A measurement apparatus and corresponding method can be used to measure an absolute diameter of a part in a shop floor environment. A tracker such as a laser tracker monitors a position of a probe end of a measurement arm of the apparatus. The position measured by the laser tracker can be used directly account for errors in the apparatus such as, for example, positioning errors of the measurement arm. The position monitoring of the tracking device eliminates complex apparatus calibrations and calculations used for previous devices.

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10-04-2014 дата публикации

ARTICULATING MEASURING ARM WITH LASER SCANNER

Номер: US20140098378A1
Автор: Ferrari Paul
Принадлежит: Hexagon Metrology, Inc.

A coordinate measurement device comprises an articulated arm having a first end, a second end, and a plurality of jointed arm segments therebetween. Each arm segment defines at least one axis of rotation. A laser scanner assembly is coupled to the second end of the arm and is rotatable about a last axis of rotation of the articulated arm. The laser scanner assembly comprises a laser and an image sensor. The laser is positioned on an opposite side of the last axis of rotation from the image sensor. 1. (canceled)2. An optical position acquisition member comprising:a base plate comprising an opening configured to receive a CMM measuring probe;a light source mounted on the place; andan optical sensor mounted on the plate such that the sensor is generally collinear with the light source and the opening, and the opening is between the light source and the sensor.3. The acquisition member of claim 2 , wherein the base plate comprises a material selected from the group consisting of invar claim 2 , ceramic claim 2 , steel claim 2 , aluminum claim 2 , plastic claim 2 , or a carbon composite.4. The acquisition member of claim 2 , wherein the light source is within 100 mm of a center of the opening.5. The acquisition member of claim 2 , further comprising a first housing mounted on the base plate and substantially enclosing the optical sensor.6. The acquisition member of claim 2 , wherein two or more optical sensors are mounted to the base plate.7. The acquisition member of claim 5 , further comprising electronics in the first housing claim 5 , operatively connected to the optical sensor.8. The acquisition member of claim 7 , wherein the electronics are thermally isolated from the light source.9. The acquisition member of claim 2 , wherein the base plate is configured to rotatably mount to the probe claim 2 , such that the base plate can rotate independent of the probe.10. An articulated arm CMM comprising:an articulated arm comprising a plurality of articulated arm members, a ...

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01-01-2015 дата публикации

COORDINATE MEASURING APPARATUS

Номер: US20150000147A1
Принадлежит:

A coordinate measuring apparatus includes a base body, a delivery unit located on the base body, and a probing unit. The delivery unit includes a power assembly, a first lead screw assembly connected to the power assembly, and a second lead screw assembly connected to the first lead screw assembly and the probing unit. The power assembly is configured for driving the first lead screw assembly to move along a first direction. The first lead screw assembly is configured for driving the second lead screw assembly to move along a second direction. The second lead screw assembly is configured for driving the probing unit to move along a third direction. 1. A coordinate measuring apparatus comprising:a base body;a delivery unit located on the base body, the delivery unit comprising a power assembly, a first lead screw assembly, and a second lead screw assembly, the first lead screw assembly being connected to the power assembly, the second lead screw assembly being connected to the first lead screw assembly; anda probing unit being connected to the second lead screw assembly;wherein the power assembly is configured for driving the first lead screw assembly to move along a first direction, the first lead screw assembly is configured for driving the second lead screw assembly to move along a second direction, the second lead screw assembly is configured for driving the probing unit to move along a third direction.2. The coordinate measuring apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the second direction is perpendicular to the first direction claim 1 , and the third directions perpendicular to the first direction and the second direction; the power assembly comprises an electric motor claim 1 , a threaded rod claim 1 , and a support block for supporting the threaded rod claim 1 , a first end of the threaded rod is connected to the electric motor claim 1 , and a second end of the threaded rod passes through a through hole defined on the support block.3. The coordinate ...

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01-01-2015 дата публикации

THREE-DIMENSIONAL SHAPE MEASUREMENT SYSTEM AND SOFTWARE FOR CONTROLLING THE SAME

Номер: US20150000148A1
Автор: Abe Shinsaku
Принадлежит: MITUTOYO CORPORATION

A three-dimensional shape measurement system includes a three-dimensional shape measuring machine that outputs spatial coordinate data on a probe for measuring a work, and a control PC that processes the spatial coordinate data. The three-dimensional shape measurement machine includes a plurality of articulated-armed three-dimensional shape measuring machines that are arranged so that measurement ranges of the probes overlap each other to allow measurement of part or all of the work, and configured such that each can output spatial coordinate data. The control PC includes a coordinate data pool that retains the spatial coordinate data in an identifiable manner with respect to each of the three-dimensional shape measuring machines, and a synthesis unit that synthesizes the spatial coordinate data retained in the coordinate data pool. 1. A three-dimensional shape measurement system comprising a three-dimensional shape measuring machine that outputs spatial coordinate data on a probe for measuring a work , and a processing unit that processes the spatial coordinate data ,the three-dimensional shape measurement machine comprising a plurality of three-dimensional shape measuring machines of articulated arm type that are arranged so that measurement ranges of the probes overlap each other to allow measurement of part or all of the work and configured such that each can output the spatial coordinate data,the processing unit comprising retaining means for retaining the spatial coordinate data in an identifiable manner with respect to each of the three-dimensional shape measuring machines, and synthesizing means for synthesizing the spatial coordinate data retained by the retaining means.2. The three-dimensional shape measurement system according to claim 1 , wherein the processing unit further comprises interference checking means for checking an approaching state between the probes on the basis of the spatial coordinate data claim 1 , and outputting means for outputting ...

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07-01-2016 дата публикации

THREE-DIMENSIONAL COORDINATE MEASURING MACHINE

Номер: US20160003603A1
Принадлежит:

A three-dimensional coordinate measuring machine includes a base, a moving mechanism provided on the base, and a probe moved by the moving mechanism, the three-dimensional coordinate measuring machine measures coordinates of a surface position of an object to be measured by using the probe, the moving mechanism includes: a linear guide using a mechanical bearing; and an air bearing mechanism provided in parallel to the linear guide, one of ends of the moving part is attached to a linear moving unit that moves by the linear guide and the other is attached to the air moving part so that the other end can swing with respect to the air moving part, and the air bearing mechanism absorbs a difference in the height change between the linear guide and the air bearing mechanism by the air bearing. 1. A three-dimensional coordinate measuring machine comprising:a base;a moving mechanism provided on the base; anda probe moved by the moving mechanism, wherein the three-dimensional coordinate measuring machine measures coordinates of a surface position of an object to be measured by using the probe, whereinthe moving mechanism comprising:a linear guide using a mechanical bearing; andan air bearing mechanism provided in parallel to the linear guide.2. The three-dimensional coordinate measuring machine according to claim 1 , wherein a drive point of a moving part moved by the moving mechanism is provided at a side of the linear guide and is not provided at a side of the air bearing mechanism.3. The three-dimensional coordinate measuring machine according to claim 1 , wherein the air bearing mechanism is provided on the base.4. The three-dimensional coordinate measuring machine according to claim 2 , wherein the air bearing mechanism is provided on the base.5. The three-dimensional coordinate measuring machine according to claim 3 , further comprising a column provided on one of sides of the base and having a mount surface parallel to the base surface claim 3 , wherein the linear ...

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04-01-2018 дата публикации

MEASURING DEVICE

Номер: US20180003472A1
Автор: Mullikin Jeffrey A.
Принадлежит: Peddinghaus Corporation

A device for measuring a workpiece surface along an X-axis, the measured surface residing generally within an X-Y plane. The measuring device has a ring body supported on a pivot body for pivoting in a limited angular range about a pivot axis spaced from and substantially parallel to the X-axis. The measuring device also has a base fixed in the direction of the Y-axis and a ring body supported on the base for limited movement relative to the base in a direction substantially parallel to the Y-axis. A measurement wheel is rotatable about an axis of rotation defined by the ring body and rolls along the workpiece surface when the workpiece and the measurement device move relative to one another in the direction of the X-axis. 1104108116108104. In a space having orthogonal X-Y-Z axes , a device () for measuring a surface () of a workpiece () in the direction of said X-axis , the surface () residing generally within an X-Y plane , the measuring device () comprising:{'b': 150', '108, 'a pivot body () movable relative to the workpiece surface () in the direction of said X-axis;'}{'b': 160', '150, 'a ring body () supported for pivoting relative to said pivot body () about a pivot axis spaced from and substantially parallel to said X-axis, said pivoting being in a limited angular range;'}{'b': 140', '160, 'claim-text': within said limited angular range of parallel to said Y-axis, and', {'b': 108', '140, 'spaced from the workpiece surface () in the direction of the Z-axis by substantially said radius of said measurement wheel (),'}, {'b': 140', '108', '116', '150, 'whereby said measurement wheel () rolls along the workpiece surface () when the workpiece () and said pivot body () move relative to one another in the direction of said X-axis.'}], 'a measurement wheel () rotatable about an axis of rotation fixed relative to said ring body () and having a radius with respect to said axis of rotation, said axis of rotation being2104130150130. The measuring device () of claim 1 , ...

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04-01-2018 дата публикации

Image Measurement Device

Номер: US20180003487A1
Принадлежит: KEYENCE CORPORATION

There are included a probe that can be arranged in an imaging field of view, a horizontal drive section for causing the probe to contact a side surface of a workpiece on a stage, a display section for displaying a model image, a contact position designation section for receiving designation of contact target position information in the model image, a characteristic amount information setting section for setting characteristic amount information, a measurement setting information storage section for storing a plurality of pieces of contact target position information and the characteristic amount information, and a measurement control section for identifying a position and an attitude of the workpiece from a workpiece image by using the characteristic amount information, for identifying a plurality of contact target positions on the side surface of the workpiece where the probe should contact, based on the identified position and the identified attitude of the workpiece. 1. An image measurement device comprising:a stage where a workpiece is to be placed;a light projection section for radiating detection light on the workpiece on the stage;an imaging section for receiving the detection light from the workpiece, and for generating a workpiece image;a probe that is provided in a manner capable of being arranged in an imaging field of view of the imaging section;a horizontal drive section for causing the probe to contact a side surface of the workpiece that is placed on the stage, by moving the stage and the probe relative to each other in a direction parallel to an upper surface of the stage;a display section for displaying, at a time of measurement setting, a model image for setting that is generated based on design data of the workpiece or image data obtained by capturing an image of the workpiece by the imaging section;a contact position designation section for receiving, in the model image that is displayed by the display section, designation of pieces of contact ...

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02-01-2020 дата публикации

U-SHAPED TOUCH GAUGE

Номер: US20200003540A1
Принадлежит: CITIC Dicastal CO., LTD

The present application relates to a U-shaped touch gauge, which comprises a base plate, a transfer plate, a floating column, a fixing block, a measuring sleeve, a measuring column and the like. In use, round head of top end of the floating column is in contact with bottom surface of a work piece. The floating column is compressed downward when it contacts high surface of the bottom surface of the work piece, left side of the transfer plate is depressed and then right side thereof is lifted, in the meantime, the right spring is compressed and the measuring column is lifted. 1lower cylinder of the floating column is matched with a left hole in the fixing block; the left screw is fixed to left side of the fixing block, and top end thereof is matched with a slot in the floating column; the left spring is sleeved on outer side of cylinder of the floating column, and is placed above the fixing block; lower cylinder of the measuring column is matched with a right hole in the fixing block; the right screw is fixed to right side of the fixing block, and top end thereof is matched with a slot in the lower cylinder of the measuring column; the measuring sleeve is fixed to upper right side of the fixing block, and is matched with upper cylinder of the measuring column; the right spring is sleeved on outer side of the upper cylinder of the measuring column and is placed below the measuring sleeve; top end of the floating column is a round head and bottom end thereof is flat; upper and lower ends of the measuring column are all flat, and edge of the upper end thereof is kept at sharp angle; two ends of upper surface of the transfer plate are fixed with a hemisphere respectively, and top ends of the two hemispheres are in contact with bottom surface of the floating column and bottom surface of the measuring column respectively; lower portion of the transfer plate is hinged to upper portion of the base plate through the bracket; top end of the measuring sleeve is a step with edge ...

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04-01-2018 дата публикации

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MONITORING A BEARING STATE OF A PROBE

Номер: US20180003662A1
Автор: Fuchs Anton, Kern Rudolf
Принадлежит:

A method and an apparatus for monitoring a bearing state of a probe or probe part of a coordinate measuring machine, wherein the apparatus comprises at least one evaluation device and at least one monitoring circuit. A probe-side bearing section is mountable on a measuring-machine-side bearing section via a plurality of bearing devices. The monitoring circuit comprises at least one subcircuit per bearing device. A variable dependent on a resistance of the monitoring circuit is determinable. A resistance value of the subcircuit in a closed state of the bearing device is different than a resistance value of the subcircuit in the open state of the bearing device. The monitoring circuit is designed in such a way that an open or closed bearing state of each bearing device is determinable depending on the variable dependent on the resistance of the monitoring circuit. 1. An apparatus for monitoring a bearing state of a probe or probe part of a coordinate measuring machine , wherein a probe-side bearing section is mountable on a measuring-machine-side bearing section via a plurality of bearing devices , wherein the apparatus comprises:at least one evaluation device and at least one monitoring circuit, wherein a variable dependent on a resistance of the monitoring circuit is determinable,wherein the monitoring circuit comprises at least one subcircuit per bearing device,wherein a resistance value of the subcircuit in a closed state of the bearing device is different than a resistance value of the subcircuit in the open state of the bearing device, andwherein the monitoring circuit is designed in such a way that an open or closed bearing state of each bearing device is determinable depending on the variable dependent on the resistance of the monitoring circuit.2. The apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , wherein a subcircuit consists of a parallel circuit comprising at least one parallel resistor and the measuring-machine-side part of a bearing device claim 1 , wherein the ...

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03-01-2019 дата публикации

SENSOR ADJUSTMENT MECHANISM FOR A COORDINATE MEASURING MACHINE

Номер: US20190003813A1
Автор: RUCK Otto
Принадлежит:

A sensor adjustment mechanism for a coordinate measuring machine, comprising a sensor supported by at least one joint so as to be rotatable or pivotable about at least one axis, a change interface for releasable coupling of the sensor adjustment mechanism to a measuring head of the coordinate measuring machine, and a fixing device blocking the at least one joint. The change interface comprises a first component and a ferromagnetic second component, which is supported in such a way as to be movable relative to the first component. The sensor adjustment mechanism can be fixed on the measuring head by means of a magnetic fixing force exerted on the second component. The magnetic fixing force exerted on the second component causes a movement of the second component relative to the first component. The fixing device is actuated by the movement. 1. A sensor adjustment mechanism for a coordinate measuring machine , comprising:a sensor;a first joint which is designed as a pivot joint by means of which the sensor is pivotable about a first axis;a second joint which is designed as a rotary joint by means of which the sensor is rotatable about a second axis different from the first axis;a change interface for releasably coupling the sensor adjustment mechanism to a measuring head of the coordinate measuring machine; anda fixing device which is configured to clamp the first and the second joint;wherein the change interface comprises a first component and a ferromagnetic second component, which is movably mounted so as to be movable relative to the first component,wherein the change interface is configured to be fixed to the measuring head of the coordinate measuring machine by means of a magnetic fixing force exerted on the second component, andwherein said magnetic fixing force exerted on the second component causes a movement of the second component relative to the first component, wherein said movement actuates the fixing device so as to clamp the first and the second joint ...

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03-01-2019 дата публикации

IMAGE PROCESSING APPARATUS, DEVICE CONTROL SYSTEM, IMAGING APPARATUS, IMAGE PROCESSING METHOD, AND RECORDING MEDIUM

Номер: US20190003822A1
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An image processing apparatus includes processing circuitry configured to generate a first map formed of pixels that are associated with x coordinate information, distance information, and frequency values; search for a target pixel satisfying a predetermined condition among the pixels in the first map, the searching being performed from the pixels that are near towards the pixels that are far away as indicated by the distance information; and validate pixels surrounding the target pixel in the first map, together with the target pixel. 1. An image processing apparatus comprising:processing circuitry configured togenerate a first map formed of pixels that are associated with x coordinate information, distance information, and frequency values;search for a target pixel satisfying a predetermined condition among the pixels in the first map, the searching being performed from the pixels that are near towards the pixels that are far away as indicated by the distance information; andvalidate pixels surrounding the target pixel in the first map, together with the target pixel.2. The image processing apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the processing circuitry validates pixels positioned within a first range in a direction according to the distance information from the target pixel.3. The image processing apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein the processing circuitry changes the first range according to the distance information of the target pixel.4. The image processing apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the processing circuitry is further configured togenerate a second map obtained by converting an x axis direction of the first map into a unit corresponding to an actual distance, whereinthe processing circuitry validates, in the second map, the target pixel that has been converted onto the second map.5. The image processing apparatus according to claim 4 , wherein the processing circuitry validates pixels positioned within a second range in the x axis ...

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03-01-2019 дата публикации

OPTICAL COORDINATE MEASUREMENT SYSTEM

Номер: US20190003823A1
Автор: Hull Jerald A.
Принадлежит: The Boeing Company

An optical coordinate measuring system (OCMS) for manufactured components having build variations that require splices for accurate integration of the components. The OCMS includes manufacturing the components that include integral three dimensional optical reticle image arrays affixed to predetermined surfaces of the components, such that those surfaces can be optically captured in three dimensional composite measurements associated with various -D scanned poses. Each pose includes an orthogonal pair of grid lines, and each pose involves a single field of view. A plurality of poses can then be collated to form composite measurements that extend out-of-range of any single pose. The three dimensional optical reticle image arrays can be concave or convex, ideally formed as an integral part of each as-manufactured component. The three dimensional aspect enhances scanning clarity of each scanned pose, thus assuring greater accuracies of composite measurements that result from any plurality of collated poses. 1. An optical coordinate measuring system (OCMS) for components having build variations that require splices for accurate system integration of the components; the OCMS comprising:manufacturing the components to include integral three dimensional optical reticle image arrays on predetermined surfaces of the components, such that those surfaces of the components can be captured by a 3-D optically scanned composite measurement associated with a plurality of poses, each pose comprising orthogonal grid lines; andwherein each individual pose comprises a single field of view, and the plurality of poses are then collated to form composite measurements that extend out-of-range of any single pose.2. The OCMS of claim 1 , wherein the integral three dimensional optical reticle image arrays are formed of concave dimples in surfaces of the components.3. The OCMS of claim 1 , wherein the integral three dimensional optical reticle image arrays are formed of convex bumps on ...

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03-01-2019 дата публикации

HEIGHT MEASUREMENT APPARATUS

Номер: US20190003824A1
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A height measuring apparatus. The height measuring apparatus includes a frame; a driving mechanism including a driving body that is connected with and movable along the frame and a moving part that is vertically movable with respect to the driving body. The driving body includes an altitude detector configured to detect an altitude of the moving part; a force transfer rod connected with the moving part to form a lever structure; a touching head connected with a first end of the force transfer rod; a dynamometer connected with a second end of the force transfer rod; a controller configured to stop the moving part from moving in response to the value of the force detected by the dynamometer reaching a predetermined force value; and a location detector configured to detect a location of a foreign object and send the detected location of the foreign object to the controller. 1. A height measuring apparatus , comprising:a frame;a driving mechanism comprising a driving body that is connected with and movable along the frame and a moving part, wherein the moving part is vertically movable with respect to the driving body, and wherein the driving body comprises an altitude detector configured to detect an altitude of the moving part;a force transfer rod connected with the moving part to form a lever structure;a touching head connected with a first end of the force transfer rod;a dynamometer connected with a second end of the force transfer rod;a controller configured to stop the moving part from moving in response to the value of the force detected by the dynamometer reaching a predetermined force value; anda location detector configured to detect a location of a foreign object and send the detected location of the foreign object to the controller.2. The height measuring apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the force transfer rod comprises a first rod body and a second rod body claim 1 , and wherein a length of the first rod body is greater than a length of the second ...

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03-01-2019 дата публикации

Self-configuring component identification and signal processing system for a coordinate measurement machine

Номер: US20190004092A1
Автор: Scott Ellis Hemmings
Принадлежит: Mitutoyo Corp

A set of respective self-configuring probe interface circuit boards (SC-MPIC's) are disclosed for use with a measurement system comprising host electronics and respective interchangeable measurement probes. Member SC-MPICs each comprises: a local circuit (LS) for probe identification, signal processing and inter-board signal control; and higher-direction and lower-direction connectors “pointing” toward and away from the measurement probe, respectively. Member SC-MPICs establish a processing hierarchy by generating lower board present signals on their higher-direction connector, higher board present signals on their lower-direction connector, and determining whether they are the highest and/or lowest SC-MPIC based on receiving those signals from adjacent SC-MPICs. They can independently perform probe identification matching operations using probe identification data from compatible and incompatible probes, and the highest SC-MPIC does this first. Member SC-MPICs advantageously pass through or isolate signals from other members in the set depending on the hierarchy, various received signals, and internal processing.

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14-01-2016 дата публикации

FISHING POLE PROTECTORS AND METHODS

Номер: US20160007584A1
Автор: Calebaugh John D.
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Various fishing pole protectors and methods are disclosed. In some embodiments, the fishing pole protector comprises a long hollow cylinder with a cap at one end and an opening at the other. An elastic cord is connected to the open end of the cylinder, and a hook is attached to the end of the cord. The cord can be wrapped around the fishing rods and secured to a ring that is also attached to the cylinder at the open end. Wrapping the cord around the fishing pole secures the protector to the pole. The fishing pole protector can cover several rods and bundle them together for carrying convenience and to reduce the risk of breaking a rod. 1. A protection device for at least one fishing pole , the fishing pole comprising a tip-end , a handle opposite the tip-end , an intermediate portion between the tip-end and the handle , and a reel , the device comprising:a rigid hollow tubular body comprising a longitudinal axis, a first end, and a second end;the tubular body configured to receive, substantially along the longitudinal axis, the tip-end and at least some of the intermediate portion of the fishing pole, but not the reel and handle of the fishing pole, the received portion of the fishing pole protected by the tubular body;a cap closing the first end to inhibit the received portion of the fishing pole from passing through the first end, the cap comprising a plurality of holes;an annular connection member on the second end of the tubular body; andan elastic elongate securement member on the second end, the elastic elongate securement member configured to releasably connect with the annular connection member.2. The protection device of claim 1 , wherein the elastic elongate securement member comprises a cord and a hook.3. The protection device of claim 1 , wherein the tubular body is configured to maintain its shape.4. The protection device of claim 1 , wherein the tubular body comprises a longitudinal sidewall that is substantially watertight.5. The protection device of ...

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11-01-2018 дата публикации

Systems and Methods for Time-Based Athletic Activity Measurement and Display

Номер: US20180008863A1
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An athletic parameter measurement device worn by an athlete during an athletic activity session includes a housing which attaches to the athlete, a display, a processor associated with the display, and an athletic parameter measurement sensor. During the athletic activity, the device detects, using the sensor, a vertical jump height of the athlete, and displays, during the performance of the athletic activity session, a representation of the vertical jump height on the display. 1. An athletic parameter measurement device configured to be worn by an athlete comprising:a housing having an attachment mechanism configured to be attached to the athlete during an athletic activity session;a display;a processor; andat least one athletic parameter measurement sensor, detect athletic data of the athlete during the athletic activity session while the housing is worn by the athlete;', 'receive, by the processor, video data of the athlete during the athletic activity session, wherein recording of the video data is triggered by detection of an electronic tag in an item of apparel worn by the athlete;', 'calculate, by the processor, at least one metric of the athlete using the detected athletic data and the received video data, wherein the at least one metric includes a balance metric of the athlete; and', 'display, by the processor on the display, during performance of the athletic activity session, a representation of the at least one metric., 'wherein the athletic parameter measurement device is configured to2. The athletic parameter measurement device of claim 1 , wherein the representation of the at least one metric is displayed in real time.3. The athletic parameter measurement device of claim 1 , wherein the at least one athletic parameter measurement sensor includes an accelerometer.4. The athletic parameter measurement device of claim 3 , wherein the accelerometer is a piezoelectric accelerometer.5. The athletic parameter measurement device of claim 1 , wherein the ...

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12-01-2017 дата публикации

CALIBRATION OF A COORDINATE MEASURING MACHINE USING A CALIBRATION LASER HEAD AT THE TOOL CENTRE POINT

Номер: US20170010094A1
Принадлежит: HEXAGON TECHNOLOGY CENTER GMBH

Some embodiments of the invention include a calibration method for a coordinate measuring machine. In some embodiments, the method may include emitting and directing the laser beam towards a first of the set of retro-reflectors, whereby a measuring path is defined by the orientation of the laser beam, moving the calibration laser head along the measuring path so that the laser beam is kept directed towards the first retro-reflector according to the measuring path and the reflected laser beam is continuously received at the calibration laser head, measuring the change in distance to the first retro-reflector at a plurality of measuring positions along the measuring path and gathering a machine position for each of the plurality of measuring positions, the machine position relating to a position of the tool carrier relative to the base. 115-. (canceled)16. A calibration method for a coordinate measuring machine , the coordinate measuring machine comprising:a drive mechanism for moving a tool carrier relative to a base for approaching a measurement point; anda calibration laser head implemented so and attached to the tool carrier so that a laser beam, which is emittable by the calibration laser head, is swivelable around at least two basically perpendicular axes and changes in distance are measurable interferometrically by means of the calibration laser head, wherein a set of retro-reflectors is arranged in fixed positions relative to and/or onto the base; emitting and directing the laser beam towards a first of the set of retro-reflectors, whereby a measuring path is defined by the orientation of the laser beam;', 'moving the calibration laser head along the measuring path so that the laser beam is kept directed towards the first retro-reflector according to the measuring path and the reflected laser beam is continuously received at the calibration laser head;', 'measuring the change in distance to the first retroreflector at a plurality of measuring positions along ...

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14-01-2016 дата публикации

METHOD FOR CONTROLLING MOTION OF A COORDINATE MEASURING MACHINE

Номер: US20160010974A1
Автор: Bumgardner Jon David
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A method for manually controlling the motion of a coordinate measuring machine (CMM) is disclosed. The method may include providing at least one guide element motion tracking sensor; defining a guide element active tracking volume relative to one of the guide element tracking sensor and a portion of the CMM; placing a guide element in the active motion tracking volume; tracking the position of the guide element; and moving a measurement probe of the CMM in response to the tracked position (e.g., to follow the position changes). The method may further include detecting a tracking motion activation trigger indicator or condition, and operating the CMM to move the measurement probe portion of the CMM according to the tracking motion after the tracking motion activation trigger indicator or condition is detected and according to the condition that the guide element is located in the active tracking volume. 1. A method for controlling motion of a coordinate measuring machine (CMM) , the method comprising:providing a guide element tracking system which provides a sensing volume, the guide element tracking system comprising at least one guide element tracking sensor located on the CMM and configured to provide position sensing of a guide element in the sensing volume;defining a guide element active tracking volume within the sensing volume relative to at least one of the guide element tracking sensor or a portion of the CMM;inserting a guide element into the active tracking volume, wherein the guide element is manually controlled by a user of the CMM;operating the guide element tracking system to sense and track a position of the guide element in the active tracking volume; andmoving a measurement probe portion of the CMM according to a three-dimensional (3D) tracking motion that is responsive to the tracked position of the guide element, operating the CMM to detect a tracking motion activation trigger indicator or condition; and', 'operating the CMM to move the ...

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11-01-2018 дата публикации

METROLOGY DEVICE AND METHOD OF PERFORMING AN INSPECTION

Номер: US20180010901A1
Автор: Gong Yu
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A system is provided for communicating between a 3D metrology instrument and a portable computing device via near field communications. In one embodiment, the metrology device is an articulated coordinate measurement machine (AACMM), a laser tracker, a laser scanner or a triangulation scanner, and the portable communications device is a cellular phone or a tablet. The portable device may use the NFC to retrieve data stored on a circuit associated with an object to be inspected and use the data to perform an inspection on the object using the metrology device. 1. A method of inspecting an object , the method comprising:providing a metrology device having a measurement device operable to measure an object, the metrology device having a first communications device, the metrology device having a first memory;providing a portable computing device having a processor, a second memory, a transmitter, and a receiver, the transmitter and the receiver configured to transmit and receive signals from the first communications device, the portable computing device further having a wireless third communications device having a first antenna, the third communications device being operable to communicate with an external device when the external device is arranged equal to or less than a first distance from the first antenna;providing a wireless fourth communications device associated with the object, the fourth communications device including a second antenna, a second electric circuit and a third memory, the fourth communications device being operable to communicate with the external device when the external device is equal to or less than the first distance from the second antenna;storing in the third memory inspection data, the inspection data including at least one measurement step to be performed by the metrology device;moving the portable computing device to a second distance that is less than or equal to the first distance from the second antenna;receiving the inspection data ...

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