Display for coordinate measuring machine

A portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine is provided having a base. A cover is rotatably coupled to the base to move between a closed position and an open position. A display is arranged within the cover. The display includes a screen surface, such as a touch sensitive screen surface, disposed on one side of the housing. The screen surface is adjacent the base in the closed position and disposed on an angle to the base in the open position.

Coordinate measurement device

A portable coordinate measurement device is provided. The coordinate measurement device includes at least one arm. A bracket is coupled to the arm that includes a magnetic member at one end. A probe is rotationally coupled to one end of the arm, the probe includes a first ferrous member on a first side, the probe is movable between a first position and a second position, wherein the ferrous member is adjacent the magnet when in the second position.

Coordinate measuring machine having an illuminated probe end and method of operation

A portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine (AACMM) is provided. The AACMM (100) includes a manually positionable articulated arm (104) having opposed first and second ends. The arm (104) includes a plurality of connected arm segments (106, 108), each of the arm segments (106, 108) including at least one position transducer for producing a position signal. A measurement device (118) is attached to a first end of the AACMM (100). An electronic circuit (210) is provided for receiving the position signals from the transducers and for providing data corresponding to a position of the measurement device (118). A light source (402) is coupled to the arm (104) and disposed to emit light adjacent the measurement device (118).

Multi-functional coordinate measurement machines

A protable articulated arm coordinate measurement machine (AACMM) includes a manually positionable articulated arm portion having opposed first and second ends, the arm portion including a pluratliy of connected arm segments, each of the arm segments including at least one position transducer for producing position signals, a measurement device attached to a first end of the AACMM, and an electronic circuit which receives the position signals from the transducers and provides data corresponding to a position of the measurement device. Implementing the portable AACMM includes identifying a source device from which data is received by determining a transmission path through which the data is transmitted, the source device removably attached to the first end of the AACMM, determining a data type of the data based upon identification of the source device, performing an action on the data responsive to the data type, and outputting results of performing the action to a destination device ...

Coordinate measurement machines with removable accessories

A portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine (100) is provided. The coordinate measuring machine (100) includes a base (116) with an arm portion (104). A probe end (401) is coupled to an end of the arm portion (104) distal from the base (116). The probe end (401) has a fastener (438) and a first connector (428). A device (400) is removably coupled to the probe end (401) by the fastener (438), the device (400) having a second connector (429) arranged to engage the first connector (428) when the fastener (438) couples the device (400) to the probe end (401).

Counter balance for coordinate measurement device

A portable articulated arm coordinate measurement device is provided. The coordinate measurement device includes a base and an articulated arm portion having at least one arm segment. A biasing member is coupled on a first end to the base and on a second end to the articulated arm portion. The first end of the biasing member is movable between a first position and a second position. An adjuster is coupled between the base and the biasing member. The adjuster is coupled to move the first end of the biasing member from the first position to the second position.

Laser scanner or laser tracker having a projector

A laser scanner or a laser tracker includes a light source that emits a light beam within an environment, and a data capture component that captures the light beam reflected back to the laser scanner or tracker from the environment. The laser scanner or tracker also includes a projector integrated within a body of the laser scanner or tracker or mounted to the body of the laser scanner or tracker at a predetermined location, the projector being operable to project visible information onto an object located within the environment, the projected visible information being indicative of images, data or information, the projected visible information being at least one of design intent information, information acquired by the laser scanner or tracker, or guidance to an operator.

Portable Articulated Arm Coordinate Measuring Machine Having Integrated Software Controls

A method for performing a diagnostic or calibration procedure on a portable articulated arm coordinate measurement machine (AACMM). The AACMM includes a manually positionable articulated arm portion having opposed first and second ends, the arm portion including a plurality of connected arm segments, each of the arm segments including at least one position transducer for producing position signals. The AACMM also includes an electronic circuit having a self-contained operating environment that includes a user interface application and a display device in communication with the user interface application. In addition, a measurement device is attached to the first end of the AACMM. The user interface application and display device are configured to facilitate performing and displaying results of a diagnostic or calibration procedure on the AACMM. 1. A method for performing a diagnostic or calibration procedure on an articulated arm coordinate measurement machine (AACMM) , the method comprising:providing the AACMM, the AACMM having a manually positionable articulated arm portion having opposed first and second ends, the arm portion including a plurality of connected arm segments, each of the arm segments including at least one position transducer for producing position signals;providing a measurement device attached to the first end of the AACMM;providing an electronic circuit in the AACMM, the electronic circuit including a processor, the electronic circuit configured to receive the position signals from the transducers and to provide data corresponding to a position of the measurement device, the electronic circuit having a self-contained operating environment for the AACMM, the self-contained operating environment including a user interface application;providing a display device attached to the AACMM, the display device and the electronic circuit being an integral part of the AACMM, the display device in communication with the user interface application;displaying ...

CASE FOR A DEVICE

A case for a device configured to couple with a mounting fixture is provided. The case includes a first housing and a second housing. The first housing and the second housing are cooperatively shaped to enclose a first portion of the device when the device is coupled to the mounting fixture. The first housing and the second housing form an opening when coupled together and expose a second portion of the device that comprises the coupling hardware for attaching the device to the mounting fixture. A third housing is removably coupled to the opening wherein the third housing is cooperatively shaped to receive the second portion of the device and enclose the device when the device is removed from the mounting fixture. 1. A case for a device configured to couple with a mounting fixture , the case comprising:a first housing;a second housing;the first housing and the second housing cooperatively shaped to couple together and enclose a first portion of the device when the device is coupled to the mounting fixture;the first housing and the second housing forming an opening when coupled exposing a second portion of the device that comprises the coupling hardware for attaching the device to the mounting fixture; anda third housing removably coupled to the opening wherein the third housing is cooperatively shaped to receive the second portion of the device and enclose the device when the device is removed from the mounting fixture.2. The case of wherein:the second housing is rotationally coupled to the first housing about a first axis, wherein the first housing and the second housing rotate to enclose the first portion of the device when the device is coupled to the mounting fixture; andthe third housing movably coupled to the second housing, the third housing sized to receive the second portion of the device, wherein the third housing encloses the device when the third housing is moved into contact with the first housing and the second housing and the device is removed from ...

COORDINATE MEASUREMENT MACHINES WITH REMOVABLE ACCESSORIES

A portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine for measuring the coordinates of an object in space is provided. The AACMM includes a base and a arm portion having an opposed first end and second end. The arm portion includes a plurality of connected arm segments, each arm segment including at least one position transducer for producing a position signal. An electronic circuit is provided that receives the position signal from the at least one position transducer. A probe member is disposed is coupled to the first end. A noncontact three-dimensional measuring device is coupled to the probe member, the device having an electromagnetic radiation transmitter and is configured to determine a distance to an object based at least in part on the propagation time of the emitted and reflected light beams. 1. A portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine (AACMM) for measuring three-dimensional coordinates of an object in space , comprising:a base;a manually positionable arm portion having an opposed first end and second end, the arm portion being rotationally coupled to the base, the arm portion including a plurality of connected arm segments, each arm segment including at least one position transducer for producing a position signal;an electronic circuit which receives the position signal from the at least one position transducer;a probe member coupled to the first end;a noncontact three-dimensional measuring device coupled to the probe member, the noncontact three-dimensional measuring device having an electromagnetic radiation transmitter configured to send out at least one measuring beam and a receiver configured to receive at least one reflected beam, the noncontact three-dimensional measuring device having a mirror positioned to reflect both the at least one measuring beam and the at least one reflected beam, the noncontact three-dimensional measuring device further having a controller configured to determine a distance to the object based at least in ...

DISPLAY FOR COORDINATE MEASURING MACHINE

A portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine is provided having a base. A cover is rotatably coupled to the base to move between a closed position and an open position. A display is arranged within the cover. The display includes a screen surface, such as a touch sensitive screen surface, disposed on one side of the housing. The screen surface being adjacent the base in the closed position and disposed on an angle to the base in the open position. 1providing a base;providing a manually positionable articulated arm having opposed first and second ends, the arm being rotationally coupled to the base on the second end, the arm including a plurality of connected arm segments, each arm segment including at least one position transducer for producing a position signal;providing a measurement device attached to the first end;providing an electronic circuit housed internal to the AACMM having a processor and memory configured to execute a computer program, the electronic circuit configured to receive the position signals from the transducers and determine a position of the measurement device;providing a display directly attached to the base and electrically coupled to the electronic circuit, the display having a programmable user interface;providing the computer program having computer-readable program code resident in the memory, which when executed by the processor causes the electronic circuit, display, and user interface to operate the AACMM as a standalone measurement device;attaching the base to a stationary object;executing the computer program;entering a first instruction by an operator using the user interface;moving the measurement device to a first position by the operator;measuring one or more coordinates of the first position; anddisplaying the first position coordinates on the display.. A method for operating a portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine (AACMM) as a standalone measurement device, with steps comprising: The present ...

COORDINATE MEASURING MACHINE HAVING AN ILLUMINATED PROBE END AND METHOD OF OPERATION

A portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine (AACMM) is provided. The AACMM includes a manually positionable articulated arm having opposed first and second ends. The arm includes a plurality of connected arm segments, each of the arm segments including at least one position transducer for producing a position signal. A measurement device is attached to a first end of the AACMM. An electronic circuit is provided for receiving the position signals from the transducers and for providing data corresponding to a position of the measurement device. A light source is coupled to the arm and disposed to emit light adjacent the measurement device. 1. A method of conveying information with a portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine (AACMM) , with steps comprising:providing a manually positionable articulated arm portion having opposed first and second ends, the arm portion including a plurality of connected arm segments, each of the arm segments including at least one position transducer for producing a position signal;providing a measurement device coupled to the first end;providing an electronic circuit for receiving the position signals from the transducers and for determining a position of the measurement device;providing a first light source coupled to the first end, the first light source configured to emit first light, the first light being visible light;moving by an operator the measurement device to a first position adjacent to a first object;measuring the first position;determining a first color based at least in part on the first position; andilluminating the first light source to emit the first light, the first light having the first color.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of determining the first color is further based on a distance between the measurement device and the first object.3. The method of wherein claim 2 , in the step of providing a measurement device claim 2 , the measurement device is a laser line probe.4. The ...

COORDINATE MEASUREMENT MACHINES WITH REMOVABLE ACCESSORIES

A portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine for measuring the coordinates of an object in space is provided. The AACMM includes a base and an arm portion having an opposed first and second ends. The arm portion including a plurality of connected arm segments that each includes at least one position transducer for producing a position signal. An electronic circuit is provided that receives the position signal from the at least one position transducer and provides data corresponding to a position of the measurement device. A noncontact three-dimensional measuring device is coupled to the first end, the device having an electromagnetic radiation transmitter and is configured to determine a distance to an object based at least in part on the speed of light in air. A processor is configured to determine the three-dimensional coordinates of a point on the object in response to receiving the position signals and the distance to the object. 1. A portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine (AACMM) for measuring the coordinates of an object in space , comprising:a base;a manually positionable arm portion having an opposed first end and second end, the arm portion being rotationally coupled to the base, the arm portion including a plurality of connected arm segments, each arm segment including at least one position transducer for producing a position signal;an electronic circuit configured to receive the position signal from the at least one position transducer;a probe end coupled to the first end;a noncontact three-dimensional measurement device coupled to the probe end, the noncontact three-dimensional measurement device having an electromagnetic radiation transmitter, the noncontact three-dimensional measurement device configured to determine a distance to an object based at least in part on the speed of light in air; anda processor electrically coupled to the electronic circuit, the processor configured to determine the three-dimensional coordinates ...

Smart probe

The present system, method, article of manufacture, software, and apparatus is an “intelligent” probe system and components thereof and may openly encompass, in at least an embodiment, an embedded IC chip located in an interchangeable probe(s) which offers repeatable, fast, easy, and error free probe swapping on a CMM.

COORDINATE MEASUREMENT MACHINES WITH REMOVABLE ACCESSORIES

A portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine is provided. The coordinate measuring machine includes a base with an arm portion. A probe end is coupled to an end of the arm portion distal from the base. A device configured to emit a coded structured light onto an object to determine the three dimensional coordinates of a point on the object. 1. A portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine (AACMM) for measuring three-dimensional coordinates of an object in space , comprising:a base;a manually positionable arm portion having an opposed first end and second end, the arm portion being rotationally coupled to the base, the arm portion including a plurality of connected arm segments, each arm segment including at least one position transducer for producing a position signal;an electronic circuit which receives the position signal from the at least one position transducer in each arm segment;a probe end coupled to the first end;a noncontact three-dimensional measuring device coupled to the probe end, the noncontact three-dimensional measuring device having a projector and an image sensor, the projector having a source plane, the projector configured to emit a structured light onto the object, the structured light located on the source plane and including at least three non-collinear pattern elements, the image sensor arranged to receive the structured light reflected from the object; anda processor electrically coupled to the electronic circuit, the processor configured to determine the three-dimensional coordinates of a point on the object in response to receiving the position signals from the position transducers and in response to receiving the structured light by the image sensor.2. The AACMM of wherein the noncontact three-dimensional measuring device is removably coupled to the probe end.3. The AACMM of wherein the structured light is a coded structured light pattern.4. The AACMM of wherein the noncontact three-dimensional measuring device is ...

COORDINATE MEASURING MACHINES WITH DUAL LAYER ARM

A portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine (AACMM) is provided including a manually positionable articulated arm having opposed first and second ends. The arm includes multiple connected arm segments. Each arm segment has a longitudinal axis. Each arm segment includes a generally tubular core, an outer sleeve surrounding at least a portion of a length of the core, and at least one position transducer for producing a position signal. The outer sleeve is a cylindrical tube having a first portion at a first end and a second portion that extends from the first portion to an opposite end. The first portion is coupled to an end of the core. The first portion is shorter than the second portion and the second portion is configured to move relative to the core. 1. A portable articulated arm coordinate measurement machine (AACMM) , comprising:a manually positionable articulated arm having opposed first and second ends, the arm including a plurality of connected arm segments, at least one of the arm segments having a longitudinal axis and including a generally tubular composite core, an outer sleeve surrounding at least a part of a length of the composite core, and at least one position transducer for producing a position signal, wherein the outer sleeve is a cylindrical tube that includes a first portion at a third end of the outer sleeve and a second portion that extends between the first portion and a fourth end opposite the third end such that the first portion is coupled to a fifth end of the composite core, the first portion having a shorter length than the second portion and wherein the second portion is configured to move freely relative to the composite core;a measurement device attached to a first end of the AACMM; andan electronic circuit for receiving the position signal from the at least one transducer and for providing data corresponding to a position of the measurement device.2. The portable AACMM according to claim 1 , wherein the composite core ...

COORDINATE MEASUREMENT MACHINES WITH REMOVABLE ACCESSORIES

A portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine for measuring the coordinates of an object in space is provided. The AACMM includes a base and an arm portion having an opposed first and second ends. The arm portion including a plurality of connected arm segments that each includes at least one position transducer for producing a position signal. An electronic circuit is provided that receives the position signal from the at least one position transducer and provides data corresponding to a position of the measurement device. A noncontact three-dimensional measuring device is coupled to the first end, the device having an electromagnetic radiation transmitter and is configured to determine a distance to an object based at least in part on the speed of light in air. A processor is configured to determine the three-dimensional coordinates of a point on the object in response to receiving the position signals and the distance to the object. 1. A portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine (AACMM) for measuring the coordinates of an object in space , comprising:a base;a manually positionable arm portion having an opposed first end and second end, the arm portion being rotationally coupled to the base, the arm portion including a plurality of connected arm segments, each arm segment including at least one position transducer for producing a position signal;an electronic circuit configured to receive the position signal from the at least one position transducer;a probe end coupled to the first end;a noncontact three-dimensional measurement device coupled to the probe end, the noncontact three-dimensional measurement device having an electromagnetic radiation transmitter, the noncontact three-dimensional measurement device configured to determine a distance to an object based at least in part on the speed of light in air; anda processor electrically coupled to the electronic circuit, the processor configured to determine the three-dimensional coordinates ...

LINE SCANNER USING A LOW COHERENCE LIGHT SOURCE

A line scanner configured to measure an object is provided. The scanner includes a non-laser light source, a beam delivery system and a mask. The beam delivery system is configured to deliver the light from the light source to the mask. The mask includes an opaque portion and a transmissive region in the shape of a line. A first lens system is configured to image the light from the mask onto the object. A camera that includes a second lens system and a photosensitive array, wherein the second lens system is configured to collect the light reflected by or scattered off the object as a first collected light and image the first collected light onto the photosensitive array. A housing is provided and an electronic circuit including a processor. The electronic circuit is configured to calculate three dimensional coordinates of a plurality of points of light imaged on the object. 1. A line scanner configured to measure an object , comprising:a non-laser light source that emits light;a beam delivery system;a mask wherein the beam delivery system is configured to deliver the light from the light source to the mask, the mask having a portion substantially opaque to the light from the beam delivery system and a single transmissive region through which the light is transmitted, the transmissive region being substantially in the shape of a single line;a first lens system configured to substantially image the light transmitted through and located at the transmissive region onto the object;a camera that includes a second lens system and a photosensitive array, the camera having predetermined characteristics including a focal length of the second lens system and a position of the photosensitive array relative to the second lens system, and wherein the second lens system is configured to collect the light reflected by or scattered off the object as a first collected light and image the first collected light onto the photosensitive array, the photosensitive array configured to ...

PORTABLE ARTICULATED ARM COORDINATE MEASURING MACHINE WITH OPTICAL COMMUNICATIONS BUS

A portable articulated arm coordinate measurement machine (AACMM) having opposed first and second ends and a plurality of connected arm segments each having at least one position transducer for producing a position signal; an electronic circuit configured to receive the position signals; a first bus for communication with the electronic circuit, wherein at least a portion of the first bus is an optical communication bus configured to transmit light; and a rotary coupler having a first portion and a second portion, the second portion configured to rotate relative to the first portion, the first portion affixed to the first arm segment, the rotary coupler configured to transfer signals on the optical communication bus between the first portion and the second portion. 1. A portable articulated arm coordinate measurement machine (AACMM) , comprising:a manually positionable articulated arm portion having opposed first end and second end, the arm portion including a plurality of connected arm segments, each of the arm segments including at least one position transducer for producing a position signal, wherein the plurality of connected arm segments includes a first arm segment and a second arm segment;a measurement device coupled to the first end;a base coupled to the second end;an electronic circuit configured to receive the position signals from each of the at least one position transducers and to determine three dimensional coordinates of the measurement device with respect to the base;a probe end disposed between the measurement device and the first end;a first bus for communication with the electronic circuit, wherein at least a portion of the first bus is an optical communication bus configured to transmit light; anda rotary coupler having a first portion and a second portion, the second portion configured to rotate relative to the first portion about a first axis, a first bearing having first part and a second part, the first part affixed to the first portion and ...

THREE-DIMENSIONAL SCANNER AND METHOD OF OPERATION

A three-dimensional scanner is provided. The scanner includes a projector that emits a light pattern onto a surface. The light pattern includes a first region having a pair of opposing saw-tooth shaped edges and a first phase. A second region is provided in the light pattern having a pair of opposing saw-tooth shaped edges and a second phase, the second region being offset from the first region by a first phase difference. A third region is provided in the light pattern having a third pair of opposing saw-tooth shape edges and having a third phase, the third region being offset from the second region by a second phase difference. A camera is coupled to the projector and configured to receive the light pattern. A processor determines three-dimensional coordinates of at least one point on the surface from the reflected light of the first region, second region and third region. 1. A three-dimensional scanner comprising: a first region having a first pair of opposing saw-tooth shaped edges, the first region having a first phase;', 'a second region having a second pair of opposing saw-tooth shaped edges, the second region having a second phase, the second region being offset from the first region by a first phase difference;', 'a third region having a third pair of opposing saw-tooth shape edges, the third region having a third phase, the third region being offset from the second region by a second phase difference;, 'a projector configured to emit a light pattern onto a surface, the light pattern comprisinga camera coupled to the projector and configured to receive light from the light pattern reflected from the surface; anda processor electrically coupled to the camera to determine three-dimensional coordinates of at least one point on the surface from a reflected light of the first region, the second region and the third region.2. The scanner of wherein each of the first pair of opposing saw-tooth shaped edges includes a repeating pattern claim 1 , the repeating ...

Non-contact measurement device

A portable coordinate measuring machine for measuring the coordinates of an object in space is provided including a manually positionable articulated arm portion having a plurality of connected arm segments that include position transducers that provide position signals. A probe assembly connected to an arm segment includes a non-contact measurement device having a projector and a camera separated by a baseline distance. The projector includes a light source that emits a line of light. The camera includes an image sensor having an array of pixels that receives the light reflected from the object in a sensor plane. A first processor of the camera, coupled to the image sensor, determines centroids from the received light. A second processor coupled to the first processor determines three-dimensional coordinates of points on the object based at least in part on the centroids provided by the processor, the positions, and the baseline distance.

Non-articulated portable cmm

A portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine (AACMM) for measuring three-dimensional coordinates of an object in space is provided including a base and a positionable arm coupled to the base. The arm has at least one arm segment including a position transducer for producing a position signal. An electronic circuit receives the position signal from the at least one position transducer. A non-articulated measurement device, coupled to the arm, includes a flexible member having at least one sensing element configured to sense deflection of the flexible member. A probe of the flexible member contacts a surface of an object. A processing unit coupled to the sensing element determines the position and shape of the flexible member. A processor, coupled to the electronic circuit, determines the three-dimensional coordinates of a point on the object in response to position signal from the position transducer and the position signals from the processing unit.

COORDINATE MEASUREMENT MACHINE WITH DISTANCE METER USED TO ESTABLISH FRAME OF REFERENCE

A portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine includes a distance meter to measure 3D coordinates of at least three targets to establish a position and orientation of the articulated arm within a frame of reference established by the at least three targets. 1. A method of operating a portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine (AACMM) for measuring three-dimensional coordinates of an object in space , comprising:providing the AACMM in a AACMM frame of reference having an origin, the AACMM having a manually positionable arm portion, a base, a noncontact measurement device, and an electronic circuit, the arm portion having an opposed first end and second end, the arm portion including a plurality of connected arm segments, each of the plurality of connected arm segments including at least one position transducer for producing a plurality of position signals, the first end connected to the base, the noncontact measurement device connected to the second end, an electromagnetic radiation transmitter, and a sensor, the electronic circuit configured to receive the plurality of position signals;providing a first reflective target at a first location having first target three-dimensional coordinates in a target frame of reference, a second reflective target at a second location having second target three-dimensional coordinates in the target frame of reference, and a third reflective target at a third location having third target three-dimensional coordinates in the target frame of reference, wherein the first location, the second location, and the third location are non-collinear;manually positioning the second end to direct the transmitted electromagnetic radiation to the first target;measuring a first distance to the first target with the noncontact measurement device and measuring a first plurality of position signals;manually positioning the second end to direct the transmitted electromagnetic radiation to the second target;measuring a second ...

Portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine with optical communications bus

A portable articulated arm coordinate measurement machine (AACMM) having opposed first and second ends and a plurality of connected arm segments each having at least one position transducer for producing a position signal; an electronic circuit configured to receive the position signals; a first bus for communication with the electronic circuit, wherein at least a portion of the first bus is an optical communication bus configured to transmit light; and a rotary coupler having a first portion and a second portion, the second portion configured to rotate relative to the first portion, the first portion affixed to the first arm segment, the rotary coupler configured to transfer signals on the optical communication bus between the first portion and the second portion.

Coordinate measuring machines with dual layer arm

A portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine (AACMM) is provided including a manually positionable articulated arm having opposed first and second ends. The arm includes multiple connected arm segments. Each arm segment has a longitudinal axis. Each arm segment includes a generally tubular core, an outer sleeve surrounding at least a portion of a length of the core, and at least one position transducer for producing a position signal. The outer sleeve is a cylindrical tube having a first portion at a first end and a second portion that extends from the first portion to an opposite end. The first portion is coupled to an end of the core. The first portion is shorter than the second portion and the second portion is configured to move relative to the core.

Counter balance for coordinate measurement device

A portable articulated arm coordinate measurement device is provided. The coordinate measurement device includes a base and an articulated arm portion having at least one arm segment. A biasing member is coupled on a first end to the base and on a second end to the articulated arm portion. The first end of the biasing member is movable between a first position and a second position. An adjuster is coupled between the base and the biasing member. The adjuster is coupled to move the first end of the biasing member from the first position to the second position.

Coordinate measuring machine having an illuminated probe end and method of operation

A portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine (AACMM) is provided. The AACMM includes a manually positionable articulated arm having opposed first and second ends. The arm includes a plurality of connected arm segments, each of the arm segments including at least one position transducer for producing a position signal. A measurement device is attached to a first end of the AACMM. An electronic circuit is provided for receiving the position signals from the transducers and for providing data corresponding to a position of the measurement device. A light source is coupled to the arm and disposed to emit light adjacent the measurement device.

Coordinate measurement machines with removable accessories

A portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine is provided. The coordinate measuring machine includes a base with an arm portion. A probe end is coupled to an end of the arm portion distal from the base. The probe end has a fastener and a first connector. A device is removably coupled to the probe end by the fastener, the accessory having a second connector arranged to engage the first connector when the fastener couples the device to the probe end.

Portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine having integrated software controls

A method for performing a diagnostic or calibration procedure on a portable articulated arm coordinate measurement machine (AACMM). The AACMM includes a manually positionable articulated arm portion having opposed first and second ends, the arm portion including a plurality of connected arm segments, each of the arm segments including at least one position transducer for producing position signals. The AACMM also includes an electronic circuit having a self-contained operating environment that includes a user interface application and a display device in communication with the user interface application. In addition, a measurement device is attached to the first end of the AACMM. The user interface application and display device are configured to facilitate performing and displaying results of a diagnostic or calibration procedure on the AACMM.

Laser scanner or laser tracker having a projector

A laser scanner or a laser tracker includes a light source that emits a light beam within an environment, and a data capture component that captures the light beam reflected back to the laser scanner or tracker from the environment. The laser scanner or tracker also includes a projector integrated within a body of the laser scanner or tracker or mounted to the body of the laser scanner or tracker at a predetermined location, the projector being operable to project visible information onto an object located within the environment, the projected visible information being indicative of images, data or information, the projected visible information being at least one of design intent information, information acquired by the laser scanner or tracker, or guidance to an operator.

Coordinate measurement machines with removable accessories

A portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine for measuring the coordinates of an object in space is provided. The AACMM includes a base and an arm portion having an opposed first and second ends. The arm portion including a plurality of connected arm segments that each includes at least one position transducer for producing a position signal. An electronic circuit is provided that receives the position signal from the at least one position transducer and provides data corresponding to a position of the measurement device. A noncontact three-dimensional measuring device is coupled to the first end, the device having an electromagnetic radiation transmitter and is configured to determine a distance to an object based at least in part on the speed of light in air. A processor is configured to determine the three-dimensional coordinates of a point on the object in response to receiving the position signals and the distance to the object.

Coordinate measurement machines with removable accessories

A portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine is provided. The coordinate measuring machine includes a base with an arm portion. A probe end is coupled to an end of the arm portion distal from the base. A device configured to emit a coded structured light onto an object to determine the three dimensional coordinates of a point on the object.

Coordinate measurement machines with removable accessories

A portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine for measuring the coordinates of an object in space is provided. The AACMM includes a base and a arm portion having an opposed first end and second end. The arm portion includes a plurality of connected arm segments, each arm segment including at least one position transducer for producing a position signal. An electronic circuit is provided that receives the position signal from the at least one position transducer. A probe member is disposed is coupled to the first end. A noncontact three-dimensional measuring device is coupled to the probe member, the device having an electromagnetic radiation transmitter and is configured to determine a distance to an object based at least in part on the propagation time of the emitted and reflected light beams.

Coordinate measurement machine with distance meter used to establish frame of reference

A portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine includes a distance meter to measure 3D coordinates of at least three targets to establish a position and orientation of the articulated arm within a frame of reference established by the at least three targets.

Coordinate measuring machine having an illuminated probe end and method of operation

A portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine (AACMM) is provided. The AACMM includes a manually positionable articulated arm having opposed first and second ends. The arm includes a plurality of connected arm segments, each of the arm segments including at least one position transducer for producing a position signal. A measurement device is attached to a first end of the AACMM. An electronic circuit is provided for receiving the position signals from the transducers and for providing data corresponding to a position of the measurement device. A light source is coupled to the arm and disposed to emit light adjacent the measurement device.

Display for coordinate measuring machine

A portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine is provided having a base. A cover is rotatably coupled to the base to move between a closed position and an open position. A display is arranged within the cover. The display includes a screen surface, such as a touch sensitive screen surface, disposed on one side of the housing. The screen surface being adjacent the base in the closed position and disposed on an angle to the base in the open position.

Display for coordinate measuring machine

A portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine is provided having a base. A cover is rotatably coupled to the base to move between a closed position and an open position. A display is arranged within the cover. The display includes a screen surface, such as a touch sensitive screen surface, disposed on one side of the housing. The screen surface being adjacent the base in the closed position and disposed on an angle to the base in the open position.

Intelligent repeatable arm mounting system

Exemplary embodiments include a portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine including a manually positionable articulated arm portion having opposed first and second ends, the arm portion including a plurality of connected arm segments, each of the arm segments including at least one position transducer for producing position signals, a measurement device attached to the first end of the articulated arm coordinate measuring machine, an electronic circuit for receiving the position signals from the transducers and for providing data corresponding to a position of the measurement device, a base coupled to the second end, an upper mount portion disposed on the base, a lower mount portion fixed to a mounting structure and configured to repeatably connect to the upper mount portion and an electronic identification system configured to send identifier information identifying the lower mount portion to the electronic circuit.

Coordinate measurement device

A portable coordinate measurement device is provided. The coordinate measurement device includes at least one arm. A bracket is coupled to the arm that includes a magnetic member at one end. A probe is rotationally coupled to one end of the arm, the probe includes a first ferrous member on a first side, the probe is movable between a first position and a second position, wherein the ferrous member is adjacent the magnet when in the second position.

Coordinate measuring machine having an illuminated probe end and method of operation

Coordinate measuring machines with dual layer arm

A portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine (AACMM) is provided including a manually positionable articulated arm having opposed first and second ends. The arm includes multiple connected arm segments. Each arm segment has a longitudinal axis. Each arm segment includes a generally tubular core, an outer sleeve surrounding at least a portion of a length of the core, and at least one position transducer for producing a position signal. The outer sleeve is a cylindrical tube having a first portion at a first end and a second portion that extends from the first portion to an opposite end. The first portion is coupled to an end of the core. The first portion is shorter than the second portion and the second portion is configured to move relative to the core.

Coordinate measuring machines with removable accessories

Es ist ein tragbares Gelenkarm-Koordinatenmessgerät zum Messen der Koordinaten eines Objekts im Raum vorgesehen. Das Gelenkarm-KMG umfasst einen Sockel und einen Armabschnitt mit entgegengesetzten ersten und zweiten Enden. Der Armabschnitt umfasst eine Vielzahl von verbundenen Armsegmenten, wobei jedes Armsegment mindestens ein Positionsmessgerät zur Erzeugung eines Positionssignals umfasst. Es ist eine elektronische Schaltung vorgesehen, die das Positionssignal des mindestens einen Positionsmessgeräts empfängt. Ein Sondenelement ist an das erste Ende gekoppelt. Eine kontaktlose Messvorrichtung ist an das Sondenelement gekoppelt, wobei die Vorrichtung einen Sender elektromagnetischer Strahlung aufweist und dafür konfiguriert ist, einen Abstand zu einem Objekt basierend zumindest teilweise auf der Ausbreitungszeit der emittierten und reflektierten Lichtstrahlen zu ermitteln. A portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine is provided for measuring the coordinates of an object in space. The articulated arm CMM includes a base and an arm portion having opposite first and second ends. The arm portion includes a plurality of connected arm segments, each arm segment comprising at least one position measuring device for generating a position signal. An electronic circuit is provided which receives the position signal of the at least one position measuring device. A probe element is coupled to the first end. A non-contact measuring device is coupled to the probe element, the device comprising a transmitter of electromagnetic radiation and configured to determine a distance to an object based at least in part on the propagation time of the emitted and reflected light beams.

Counter balance for coordinate measurement device

A portable articulated arm coordinate measurement device is provided. The coordinate measurement device includes a base and an articulated arm portion having at least one arm segment. A biasing member is coupled on a first end to the base and on a second end to the articulated arm portion. The first end of the biasing member is movable between a first position and a second position. An adjuster is coupled between the base and the biasing member. The adjuster is coupled to move the first end of the biasing member from the first position to the second position.

Intelligent repeatable arm mounting system

Exemplary embodiments include a portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine including a manually positionable articulated arm portion having opposed first and second ends, the arm portion including a plurality of connected arm segments, each of the arm segments including at least one position transducer for producing position signals, a measurement device attached to the first end of the articulated arm coordinate measuring machine, an electronic circuit for receiving the position signals from the transducers and for providing data corresponding to a position of the measurement device, a base coupled to the second end, an upper mount portion disposed on the base, a lower mount portion fixed to a mounting structure and configured to repeatably connect to the upper mount portion and an electronic identification system configured to send identifier information identifying the lower mount portion to the electronic circuit.

Display for coordinate measuring machine

A portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine is provided having a base. A cover is rotatably coupled to the base to move between a closed position and an open position. A display is arranged within the cover. The display includes a screen surface, such as a touch sensitive screen surface, disposed on one side of the housing. The screen surface being adjacent the base in the closed position and disposed on an angle to the base in the open position.

Method for operating portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine

【課題】可搬型の関節アーム座標測定機（ＡＡＣＭＭ）を提供する。 【解決手段】基部１１６を有する可搬型の関節アーム座標測定機１００が、提供される。カバー１２４が、閉じた位置と開いた位置の間を動くように基部１１６に回転可能なように結合される。ディスプレイ４２６が、カバー１２４内に配置される。ディスプレイ４２６は、筐体４００の片側に配置された、タッチスクリーン面などのスクリーン面４２８を含む。スクリーン面４２８は、閉じた位置において基部１１６に近接し、開いた位置において基部１１６に対して斜めに配置される。 【選択図】図４

Coordinate measuring machine with distance meter for use in the creation of a reference frame

Ein tragbares Gelenkarm-Koordinatenmessgerät umfasst einen Distanzmesser zum Messen von 3D-Koordinaten von wenigstens drei Zielen zum Erstellen einer Position und Ausrichtung des Gelenkarms innerhalb eines durch die wenigstens drei Ziele erstellten Bezugsrahmens. A portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine includes a distance meter for measuring 3D coordinates of at least three targets for establishing a position and orientation of the articulated arm within a reference frame created by the at least three targets.

Intelligent system for repeatable assembly

Smart probe

The present system, method, article of manufacture, software, and apparatus is an “intelligent” probe system and components thereof and may openly encompass, in at least an embodiment, an embedded IC chip located in an interchangeable probe(s) which offers repeatable, fast, easy, and error free probe swapping on a CMM.

Coordinate measurement device

A portable coordinate measurement device is provided. The coordinate measurement device includes at least one arm. A bracket is coupled to the arm that includes a magnetic member at one end. A probe is rotationally coupled to one end of the arm, the probe includes a first ferrous member on a first side, the probe is movable between a first position and a second position, wherein the ferrous member is adjacent the magnet when in the second position.

Portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine having integrated software controls

A portable articulated arm coordinate measurement machine (AACMM) having integrated software controls. The AACMM includes a manually positionable articulated arm portion having opposed first and second ends, the arm portion including a plurality of connected arm segments, each of the arm segments including at least one position transducer for producing position signals. The AACMM also includes a measurement device attached to the first end of the AACMM, and an electronic circuit having a self-contained operating environment for the AACMM. The self-contained operating environment includes a user interface application, an application programming interface, and logic. The logic is configures for performing data collection including receiving position signals from the transducers, calculating data corresponding to a position of the measurement device, the calculating responsive to the position signals, and outputting the data to at least one of the user interface application and the application programming interface.

Counter balance for coordinate measurement device

A portable articulated arm coordinate measurement device is provided. The coordinate measurement device includes a base and an articulated arm portion having at least one arm segment. A biasing member is coupled on a first end to the base and on a second end to the articulated arm portion. The first end of the biasing member is movable between a first position and a second position. An adjuster is coupled between the base and the biasing member. The adjuster is coupled to move the first end of the biasing member from the first position to the second position.

coordinate measuring machine

Es wird ein tragbares Gelenkarm-Koordinatenmessgerät vorgesehen. Das Koordinatenmessgerät umfasst mindestens einen Arm. Eine Klammer ist an den Arm gekoppelt und umfasst ein Magnetelement an einem Ende. Eine Sonde ist an ein Ende des Arms drehgekoppelt, umfasst ein erstes Eisenelement auf einer ersten Seite und ist zwischen einer ersten Position und einer zweiten Position beweglich, wobei das Eisenelement in der zweiten Position an das Magnet angrenzt. A portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine is provided. The coordinate measuring machine comprises at least one arm. A clip is coupled to the arm and includes a magnetic member at one end. A probe is rotationally coupled to an end of the arm, includes a first iron element on a first side and is movable between a first position and a second position, wherein the iron element is adjacent to the magnet in the second position.

Display for a coordinate measuring machine

Es wird ein tragbares Gelenkarm-Koordinatenmessgerät mit einem Unterteil zur Verfügung gestellt. Eine Abdeckung ist drehbar zur Bewegung zwischen einer geschlossenen Position und einer geöffneten Position an das Unterteil gekoppelt. Eine Anzeige ist in der Abdeckung angeordnet. Die Anzeige umfasst einen Bildschirm, wie einen berührungssensitiven Bildschirm, der auf einer Seite des Gehäuses angeordnet ist. Der Bildschirm ist in der geschlossenen Position angrenzend an das Unterteil und in der geöffneten Position in einem Winkel zum Unterteil. A portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine with a base is provided. A cover is rotatably coupled to the base for movement between a closed position and an open position. An indicator is located in the cover. The display includes a screen, such as a touch-sensitive screen, disposed on one side of the housing. The screen is in the closed position adjacent to the base and in the open position at an angle to the base.

Display for coordinate measuring machine

A portable articulated arm coordinate measuring machine is provided having a base. A cover is rotatably coupled to the base to move between a closed position and an open position. A display is arranged within the cover. The display includes a screen surface, such as a touch sensitive screen surface, disposed on one side of the housing. The screen surface being adjacent the base in the closed position and disposed on an angle to the base in the open position.

Koffer für ein Gerät

Ein Koffer (20) für ein Gerät (100), das für die Kopplung mit einer Montagehalterung (462) konfiguriert ist, ist vorgesehen. Der Koffer (20) umfasst ein erstes Gehäuse (22) und ein zweites Gehäuse (24). Das erste Gehäuse (22) und das zweite Gehäuse (24) sind derart zusammenwirkend geformt, dass sie einen ersten Abschnitt (424) des Geräts (100) umschließen, wenn das Gerät (100) an die Montagehalterung (462) gekoppelt ist. Das erste Gehäuse (22) und das zweite Gehäuse (24) bilden in gekoppeltem Zustand eine Öffnung, die einen zweiten Abschnitt des Geräts (100) freigibt, der die technische Koppelausrüstung (120) zum Befestigen des Geräts (100) an der Montagehalterung (462) umfasst. Ein drittes Gehäuse (28) ist lösbar an die (Öffnung (48) gekoppelt, wobei das dritte Gehäuse (28) derart zusammenwirkend geformt ist, dass es den zweiten Abschnitt des Geräts (100) aufnimmt und das Gerät (100) umschließt, wenn das Gerät (100) von der Montagehalterung (462) entfernt ist.

Case for a device

A case (20) for a device (100) configured to couple with a mounting fixture (462) is provided. The case (20) includes a first housing (22) and a second housing (24). The first housing (22) and the second housing (24) are cooperatively shaped to enclose a first portion (424) of the device (100) when the device (100) is coupled to the mounting fixture (462). The first housing (22) and the second housing (24) form an opening when coupled together and expose a second portion of the device (100) that comprises the coupling hardware (120) for attaching the device (100) to the mounting fixture (462). A third housing (28) is removably coupled to the opening wherein the third housing (28) is cooperatively shaped to receive the second portion of the device (100) and enclose the device (100) when the device (100) is removed from the mounting fixture (462).

Display for a measurement device