Geometrical instruments – Gauge – Coordinate movable probe or machine
Patent
1996-11-12
1997-09-23
Will, Thomas B.
Geometrical instruments
Gauge
Coordinate movable probe or machine
33556, G01B 5008
Patent
active
056691505
ABSTRACT:
A coordinate measuring machine includes a support structure, an articulated arm having a first end pivotally connected to the support structure and a second end that is movable in a horizontal plane. A Z-ram assembly is mounted to the second end of the articulated arm. The Z-ram assembly includes a Z-ram housing and a probe that is vertically movable with respect to the Z-ram housing. The probe is movable within a measurement volume defined by the articulated arm and the Z-ram assembly. The coordinate measuring machine further includes a measuring assembly for determining coordinates of the probe in the measurement volume. The articulated arm preferably includes first and second arm assemblies that have a parallelogram configuration to prevent substantial rotation of the Z-ram assembly as the articulated arm is moved in the horizontal plane. The angles of the articulated arm are preferably measured using a sensor which includes a pattern of parallel, straight grating lines.
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Beckwith, Jr. Walter L.
Charlton, Jr. Thomas
Dai YuZhong
Guertin Raymond J.
Pesikov Vitaly
Brown & Sharpe Manufacturing Company
Will Thomas B.
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