Geometrical instruments – Gauge – Having a movable contact probe
Patent
1996-09-03
1999-03-30
Fulton, Christopher W.
Geometrical instruments
Gauge
Having a movable contact probe
33559, G01B 520, G01B 728
Patent
active
058873562
ABSTRACT:
A touch probe includes a base structure and a stylus supporting member. The base structure and stylus supporting member are connected by six extensible legs that permit the stylus supporting member to move with six degrees of freedom relative to the base structure. A plurality of sensors are arranged to measure movement of the stylus supporting member relative to the base structure along all six axes.
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Fulton Christopher W.
Sheldon/Van Someren Inc.
Van Someren Robert A.
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