3D Measurement Device Accessory Interface for Stable Rotation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing 3D measurement devices lack the ability to seamlessly integrate and securely connect various accessory devices that need to rotate with the measuring head, leading to instability and improper alignment during scanning processes.
Innovation Solution
The 3D measurement device incorporates an accessory interface with a slot on the support structure for mechanical connection and a contact socket for electrical connection, utilizing protrusions and recesses to ensure secure attachment and prevent rotation, allowing for the integration of accessory devices that move synchronously with the measuring head.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If accessory devices are mechanically connected to the measuring head, then additional functionality is achieved, but connection stability and alignment precision deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The accessory interface is segmented into distinct functional components: a receiving section for mechanical attachment and a contact section for electrical connections. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized independently, ensuring stable mechanical coupling while maintaining reliable electrical contacts during rotation.
Solution Approach 2:
The accessory interface employs asymmetric protrusions and recesses that create a unique orientation for accessory attachment. This asymmetric design ensures proper alignment of the accessory with the measuring head, preventing misalignment and ensuring stable connection during the scanning process.
2Adaptability or versatility
If accessory devices are mechanically connected to the measuring head, then additional functionality is achieved, but alignment precision deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The accessory interface employs asymmetric protrusions and recesses that create a unique orientation for accessory attachment. This asymmetric design ensures proper alignment of the accessory with the measuring head, preventing misalignment and ensuring stable connection during the scanning process.
Solution Approach 2:
The accessory interface is pre-configured with specific geometric features (protrusions and recesses) that automatically guide the accessory into the correct alignment position during attachment. This preliminary design ensures precise alignment without requiring additional adjustment steps.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
This solution provides a stable and secure connection for accessory devices, ensuring proper alignment and operation during scanning, enhancing the functionality of the 3D measurement device by allowing additional parameters to be measured or communicated, and improving the overall scanning process.
Implementation Method 1
A light transmitter is disposed in the measurement head that is operable to emit a transmitting light beam. A light receiver is disposed in the measurement head that is arranged to receive a receiving light beam reflected from an object in the environment.
Data Source
AI summary
A 3D measuring device is provided. The device includes a measuring head with a light transmitter and a light receiver. A control and evaluation device is coupled to the light transmitter and light receiver and determines the distance to the object. An accessory interface allows an accessory device to be mechanically connected to the measuring head and can be electrically connected to the control and evaluation device. The accessory interface includes a receiving section and a contact section. The receiving and contact sections are arranged such that the accessory device can be inserted into the accessory interface in an insertion direction in order to electrically and mechanically couple the accessory device to the accessory interface. A support structure having an integral slot is coupled to the measuring head. The slot has the receiving section for the mechanical connection and the at least one contact section.