Compensation of Probe Radius in Measuring Free-Formed Curves and Surfaces

  • Lisheng Li (Shanghai Machine Tool Research Institute) ;
  • Jung, Jong-Yun (Dept. of Industrial & Systems Engineering, Changwon National university) ;
  • Lee, Choon-Man (Dept. of Mechanical Design & Manufacturing Engineering, Changwon National University) ;
  • Chung, Won-Jee (Dept. of Mechanical Design & Manufacturing Engineering, Changwon National University)
  • Published : 2003.05.01

Abstract

Compensation of probe radius is required for accurate measurement in metal working industry. Compensation involves correctly measuring data on the surface in the amount of radius of the touch probe with a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM). Mechanical parts with free-formed curves and surfaces are complex enough so that accurate measurement and compensation are indispensable. This paper presents necessary algorithms involved in the compensation of the probe radius for free-formed curves and surfaces. Application of pillar curve is the focus for the compensation.

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