Method for virtual inspection of virtually machined parts

Details Method for virtual inspection of virtually machined parts Method for virtual inspection of virtually machined parts

2008-09-02

2008-09-02

Barlow, John (Department: 2863)

Data processing: measuring, calibrating, or testing

Testing system

Of mechanical system

36, 36, 36, 36, C356S370000, C356S370000, C700S095000, C700S096000, C700S097000, C700S098000, C700S094000, C700S103000, C700S118000, C703S001000, C703S002000, C345S215000, C345S215000, C345S215000

Reexamination Certificate

active

10358873

ABSTRACT:
A method for implementing a virtual inspection of a virtually machined workpiece is disclosed. In an exemplary embodiment, the method includes defining a set of master reference planes, defining a set of positioning planes with respect to the set of master reference planes, and defining a pair of intersecting cutting planes from the set of positioning planes. The pair of intersecting cutting planes define an inspection line at the intersection thereof, wherein the inspection line is swept through a selected area of the workpiece, thereby collecting inspection data for the workpiece.

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