Adjustable Rod Fixture for In-Line 3D Measurement
Find Innovative SolutionsGenerate Solutions
Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional 3D measuring technologies for curved glass products require costly and time-consuming processes, including product movement and exclusive fixture support, which increases the risk of damage and fixture costs.
Innovation Solution
A 3D measuring equipment with an adjustable fixture and movable measuring device, controlled by a controller that adjusts rod heights based on 3D model data to support and measure objects, allowing for integration into manufacturing assembly lines and reducing measurement time and costs.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If conventional 3D measuring technology is used for curved glass products, then measurement can be performed, but product movement and exclusive fixture support are required, increasing time, cost, and damage risk
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the measuring device directly with the assembly line fixture, eliminating the need to move products to separate measuring equipment. The measuring device is integrated into the fixture structure, allowing in-line measurement without product handling or transfer time.
Solution Approach 2:
The fixture is designed with adjustable rod heights that can be configured for different curved glass products, eliminating the need for product-specific exclusive fixtures. This universal fixture serves both support and measurement functions across multiple product types.
2Measurement precision
If conventional 3D measuring technology is used for curved glass products, then measurement can be performed, but product movement is required, increasing damage risk
Solution Approach 1:
The measuring device is integrated into the fixture at the assembly line location, eliminating product movement entirely. Products remain stationary on the assembly line while the measuring device moves or scans the product in place, removing the damage risk associated with product handling and transport.
3Measurement precision
If different curved products are measured, then accurate measurement is possible, but different fixtures are required, increasing fixture costs
Solution Approach 1:
The fixture incorporates adjustable rod heights that can be dynamically reconfigured for different curved glass products. This dynamic adjustability allows the same fixture to adapt to various product shapes and sizes, eliminating the need for multiple dedicated fixtures while maintaining measurement accuracy.
Solution Approach 2:
The fixture is designed as a universal support structure that can accommodate different curved glass products through adjustable parameters. The same fixture serves multiple product types, reducing fixture inventory and costs while maintaining the ability to accurately support and measure each product type.
Data Source
AI summary
A 3D measuring equipment and a 3D measuring method are provided. The 3D measuring equipment includes a base, a fixture, a measuring device, and a controller. The fixture is disposed on the base for an object to be measured to be disposed thereon. The fixture has a plurality of rods. The heights of the rods are adjustable. The measuring device is installed on the base and is movable relative to the fixture. The controller is connected to the measuring device and the fixture and configured to perform the following. The heights of the rods are adjusted according to 3D model data of the object to be measured to support the object to be measured. The measuring device is driven to move relative to the fixture to measure the object to be measured.