Method and apparatus for a single point scanner

Details Method and apparatus for a single point scanner Method and apparatus for a single point scanner

2011-06-14

2011-06-14

Tarcza, Thomas H (Department: 3662)

Optics: measuring and testing

Range or remote distance finding

Triangulation ranging to a point with one projected beam

C356S003100, C356S003000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07961300

ABSTRACT:
The present subject matter include methods and apparatus for creating three dimensional digitized models of at least one ear impression, the apparatus comprising a frame, a linear axis mounted to the frame, the linear axis having an axis of motion, a first spindle axis mounted to the frame, the spindle axis having an axis of rotation, wherein the axis of rotation of the first spindle axis is parallel to the axis of motion of the linear axis, a first scanner mounted to the linear axis, the scanner includes a laser for projecting a narrowly localized spot of laser light at a target mounted on the first spindle axis and a sensor array for receiving at least a portion of the laser light reflected from the target and a controller configured to communicate with the first scanner.

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