Optical inspection system and method of use

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2006-02-07

2006-02-07

Toatley, Jr., Gregory J. (Department: 2877)

Optics: measuring and testing

Inspection of flaws or impurities

Reexamination Certificate

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06995837

ABSTRACT:
In a preferred embodiment, an optical inspection machine for fasteners, including: an inspection station; a main dial rotatable through the inspection station and carrying thereon a plurality of fasteners; a reflective surface surrounding each of the plurality of fasteners to permit inspection light to reflect from the reflective surface and permit viewing of an entire outer circumference of a head of each of the plurality of fasteners to detect head cracks and bursts; and a lower surface of each of the plurality of fasteners being raised above the reflective surface. A method of optically inspecting fasteners is also provided.

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