Automated high-precision fabrication of objects of complex and u

Details Automated high-precision fabrication of objects of complex and u Automated high-precision fabrication of objects of complex and u

1991-12-20

1993-02-02

Ruggiero, Joseph

Boots, shoes, and leggings

3644742, 36447424, 36441328, 395119, 395137, 395139, 395161, G06F 1546, G06F 1560

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051843064

ABSTRACT:
The present invention provides a method and apparatus for the automated reproduction of three dimensional objects of complex and unique geometry. A computer acquires data describing an object and its surroundings, constructs a computer-based three dimensional model of the object from that data, superimposes an ideal geometry on the computer-based model, alters the ideal geometry to fit the form and function required of the reproduction, and then guides a milling machine in the fabrication of the reproduction. In contrast to the prior art, the present invention does not require human intervention in the reproduction process. The present invention provides two preferred embodiments for the automated high precison reproduction of objects of complex and unique geometry. Both embodiments can machine reproductions solely from generic forms stored in the computer, thus eliminating the need for scanning. Alternatively, the reproductions may be machined solely from scanned data, without resort to generic forms stored in the computer.

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