Abstract: An inspection system for locating multiple features on an exterior of an object includes a fixture, a camera, a computer and software. The fixture secures the object and includes a plurality of nest points for mating with specific positions on the exterior of the object, and a reference point located at a specific position relative to the nest points and within a best-plane of the object. The camera is positioned normal to the best-plane of the object and obtains video imaging of a plurality of the features and the reference point. The computer communicates with the camera and collects the video imaging. The software determines the actual parameters of the features relative to the reference point based on the video imaging.

Abstract: An electrical discharge machining assembly has a fixture that retains an electrode. The fixture has clamps to apply a clamping force to the electrode. A threaded member adjusts the compression of a spring to change the clamping force for each clamp. For each clamp, the spring applies a force to a clamp lever pivotably attached to the fixture. Pivoting of the clamp lever moves a lower portion of each clamp lever closer to the fixture clamping the electrode to the fixture body. A clamp release is located proximate to the fixture to rotate the clamp levers in an opposite direction releasing the clamping pressure and the electrode.

Abstract: A template for evaluating a part, comprising: a surface having a shape corresponding to the part; and at least one element on the surface corresponding to a desired location of a feature on the part. A method of evaluating a part, comprising the steps of: providing a template having a shape corresponding to the part and at least one element thereon corresponding to a desired location on the part; associating the template with the part; and using the element to determine whether the feature is at the desired location.