Abstract: A gauging apparatus for measuring a dimension of a component is provided. The gauging apparatus includes an upper nest configured to move along a first axis. The upper nest includes a first frame member and a second frame member. The second frame member is spaced apart from the first frame member along the first axis. The upper nest also includes a damping element disposed between the first frame member and the second frame member. The gauging apparatus also includes a lower nest fixedly coupled to a base of the gauging apparatus. The upper nest and the lower nest are configured to receive the component during the measuring thereof.

Abstract: A solar energy device for converting solar energy to a usable form of energy which includes a solar energy collector arranged adjacent a solar energy collector surface in sun energy transferring relation and tracking means to orient the face in perpendicular relationship to the sun rays.