Apparatus and method for showing contour lines in modeling

Details Apparatus and method for showing contour lines in modeling Apparatus and method for showing contour lines in modeling

2005-08-16

2005-08-16

Toatley, Jr., Gregory J. (Department: 2877)

Optics: measuring and testing

Shape or surface configuration

C033S020100, C434S152000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06930784

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus for depicting contour lines on the surfaces of a model, the apparatus comprising a bed for supporting the model, and at least one laser for projecting a plane of light at a predetermine height from the bed. A method of depicting contour lines on surfaces of a model, the method comprising projecting a plurality of planes of light in spaced relation over the surface of a support to illuminate contour lines on objects on the surface that break the planes of light.

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