THE QUALITY DATA CLOUD
When you hear the word "cloud" nowadays, you're probably
not thinking cirrus or cumulus, but something that has to do
with data that's "up there" somewhere.
But there is another type of data-filled cloud that is in the
arena of metrology: the point cloud that's created by sensors,
information that can be highly useful.
Speaking of the AIMax cloud optical 3D sensor that Zeiss
( https://www.zeiss.com/metrology/home.html ) has
developed, Michael Scheffler, business development manager
in the Zeiss Industrial Metrology business
group, says, "By capturing dense point clouds, the Zeiss AIMax
cloud offers the possibility of measuring multiple features,
such as bending edges, rivets, surface points and T pins, with
just a single capture. The measurement setup is fast and
intuitive, and the result is visualized immediately after the
measurement in the 3D point cloud. For the user, this is a very
comfortable and time-saving solution."
The sensor can be used integrated into a line or robot-
based for applications in body construction. It can be used
to inspect assembly and welding processes, make gap-and-
flush measurements, and even measure what have been
difficult to analyze, things like nuts and rivets that can
be obscured.
A single sensor provides the capabilities to perform
gray scale image processing, multi-line triangulation
and shadow analysis. This means it lends itself to
measuring complex geometric characteristics.
Additionally, there is digital camera technology
that provide signal lines up to 100 m.
Thanks to optimized projection technology and
high 3D-resolution, even small features on sheet
metal can be measured. Speed of operation makes
100 percent inspection a possibility. And feature
extraction in the point cloud is said to provide
increased robustness, faster setup and improved
ease of use compared to traditional image
processing systems.
Nothing cloudy about that.
Tools for
Improved Quality
Here's a look at some recent developments in the metrology
arena that can help you improve your production quality.
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