Articulated arm coordinate measuring machine

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2009-04-02

2010-10-05

Fulton, Christopher W (Department: 2841)

Geometrical instruments

Gauge

Coordinate movable probe or machine

Reexamination Certificate

active

07805851

ABSTRACT:
The invention relates to a coordinate measuring machine (CMM) for determining a measuring position of a probe. The CMM comprises an articulated arm having first and second ends and at least one joint between the first and the second end, the first end forming a base being positionable on a supporting surface, the second end being movable relative to the first end and having attached the probe. Further exists at least one sensing unit for measurement of an actual relative setting of said at least one joint and at least one computing unit for calculating a measuring position of the probe relative to the base, as well as for referencing the measuring position in an external coordinate system by using a provided base-position in the external coordinate system.

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