Coordinate measurement machine with improved joint

Details Coordinate measurement machine with improved joint Coordinate measurement machine with improved joint

2007-11-20

2010-06-29

Johnson, Amy Cohen (Department: 2841)

Geometrical instruments

Gauge

Coordinate movable probe or machine

C033S556000, C033S0010PT

Reexamination Certificate

active

07743524

ABSTRACT:
In one embodiment, a coordinate measurement apparatus includes an articulated arm having a first end and a second end with at least a first arm segment and a second arm segment therebetween. Further, the apparatus can comprise at least one ball and socket joint connecting the first arm segment to the second arm segment, with the ball and socket joint including a ball member and a socket member, and a measurement probe attached to the first end of said articulated arm.

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International Search Report and Written Opinion for PCT/US2007/085315 filed Nov. 20, 2007, mailed May 9, 2008.

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