Apparatus and method of measuring surface heights

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1985-06-17

1987-09-01

Martin, Jr., William D.

Geometrical instruments

Gauge

Straightness, flatness, or alignment

33 1BB, 73146, G01B 728

Patent

active

046898921

ABSTRACT:
This invention relates to apparatus and methods for measuring height variations on a floor surface to test for floor flatness sufficient for automated high level warehousing applications. An inclinometer mounted on a trolley set to follow a reference line produces signals indicative of the floor profile. A computer samples the sensor output at selected intervals and calculates floor height at the data points relative to a reference level. The floor profile data may be stored for subsequent use or it may be printed to form a plot or graph of the floor profile along the reference line.

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