Abstract: A spacer tool for assembling a glass panel on a frame is provided. The spacer tool includes a body defining a central axis and a width along the central axis. The spacer tool includes a bore disposed within the body and axially aligned along the central axis. The bore is adapted to receive an alignment pin disposed on the frame. The spacer tool also includes a plurality of lands disposed on the body. Each of the plurality of lands is disposed substantially parallel to and spaced apart from the central axis, each of the plurality of lands is adapted to selectively contact an edge of the glass panel. Each of the plurality of lands is disposed at a distance relative to the central axis different from one another.

Abstract: An interlock system for an industrial inspection system. The interlock system includes a first interlock mechanism having a projection that has an internal thread extending into the projection; and a second interlock mechanism having a receiving member that receives the projection. The second interlock mechanism has a threaded shaft that extends into the internal thread of the first interlock mechanism when rotated. The second interlock mechanism moves toward the first interlock mechanism when the threaded shaft is rotated.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to the field of tools and more particularly to tools used for locating non-visible structural elements. In specific embodiments, the tools are used to locate non-visible structural elements, such as under a roof or behind a wall.

Abstract: The invention relates to a system of a method for controlling a machine tool, and a workpiece, in particular a milling blank, and the method for machining this workpiece, said machine tool comprising a robot arm movable in at least 2, in particular at least 3 spatial axes in a range of motion, said robot arm carrying, guiding and moving at least one workpiece, possibly by means of a workpiece holder, with a control unit for controlling the machine tool. The machine tool (62) comprises a sensor, in particular a spatially fixed optical sensor or is assigned said sensor, whose detection range (66) at least partially overlaps the range of motion. The workpiece (10) comprises a change in geometry, in particular a hole (12), is moved in the detection range (66) by the robot arm (70), and upon detection of the hole (12) by the sensor the control unit determines a reference point, reference axis and/or reference surface for controlling the machine tool (62).

Abstract: A plug gauge includes a housing defining an internal volume and a longitudinal axis AH. The housing includes an opening into the internal volume. The plug gauge also includes a contact element at least partially received in the opening. The plug gauge further includes a plunger at least partially received in the internal volume. The plunger is biased into engagement with the contact element to urge the contact element radially outward from the housing through the opening. The plug gauge additionally includes a sealing member between the contact element and the housing.

Abstract: A right angle touch gauge of the present application includes a fixing block, a floating column, a spring, a measuring column, a measuring sleeve and the like. In use, round head of top end of the floating column is in contact with bottom surface of work piece. The floating column is compressed downward when it touches high surface of the bottom surface of the work piece, the measuring column is compressed to right by matching lower cone of the floating column and left cone of the measuring column, and it may be found whether height difference between high surface and low surface of the bottom surface of the work piece is qualified by observing whether end edge of the right cylinder of the measuring column is placed between steps of right end surface of the measuring sleeve.

Abstract: An apparatus for measuring edge features of a work piece includes an optical sensor assembly and a reference device. The reference device includes a contact surface configured to contact a surface of the work piece adjacent to an edge of the work piece and a marked surface including a plurality of markings indicating positions relative to the contact surface. The reference device is configured to be coupled to a portion of the optical sensor assembly such that the optical sensor assembly is positioned to capture an image representing a portion of the marked surface and an edge feature of the work piece.

Abstract: This invention employs proprietary multi-sensor inspection systems that enable the acquisition of extremely accurate data and comprehensive assessments of maintenance holes and trunk sewers during operation. The invention maps fisheye camera data onto time of flight (TOF) laser data to provide rapid and accurate 3D data and full space angle video imaging of the interiors on manholes and other structures.

Abstract: A gauge with two probes measures a rifle chamber to determine the distance from the center of the shoulder to the start of the bore. A gauge with two holes measures a loaded cartridge to determine the distance from the center of the shoulder to the place on the bullet where the cross sectional diameter is the same as the bore of the rifle. The difference between these two measurements is bullet jump: the distance the bullet will move, upon firing, before it engages the rifling of the barrel. These same tools, properly sized, also provide a unique and convenient means for determining the cone angle of any conical surface.

Abstract: A gage for detecting the diameter of a bolt hole back socket consists of a go side cylinder, a first holder, a first digital depth gage, a first screw, a handle, a no-go side cylinder, a second screw, a second holder and a second digital depth gage. The gage can meet the detection requirement for the plane diameter of a bolt hole back socket of a wheel. An operator can use the gage to quickly detect whether the plane diameter of the bolt hole back socket is qualified, so that high-precision complete detection is realized. The gage converts depth detection into determination on whether the diameter is qualified.

Abstract: In a control method of a drive stage device, a stage is floated on an air bearing, then a height of the stage while floating on the air bearing is measured as a first height. A work piece is placed on the stage and a height of the stage while holding the work piece is measured as a second height. A difference between the first height and the second height is calculated as a drop amount, and a weight of the work piece is calculated based on the drop amount. An upper limit speed of one of rotational drive and horizontal movement of the stage is determined based on the calculated work piece weight. A speed of the one of the rotational drive and the horizontal movement of the stage is controlled so as to not exceed the upper limit speed.

Abstract: Disclosed is a comprehensive thread checking fixture, includes a no-go end, a handle, a measuring column, a measuring sleeve and a jackscrew. The checking fixture not only can be used for detecting the size of the detected threads, but also can be used for detecting the depth of the detected threads, and has the characteristics of simple structure, high detection precision, strong compatibility, low manufacturing cost and the like at the same time.

Abstract: A contact-type position measuring device is configured by a straight hole diameter measuring probe measuring a diameter of straight hole by moving in a radius direction and contacting to an internal peripheral surface of a straight hole, which extends to an axis direction; and a chamfered hole diameter measuring probe measuring a diameter of chamfered hole by moving in the axis direction and contacting to an internal peripheral surface of a chamfered hole.

Abstract: A measurement device for measuring the circumference of a human head. The measurement device includes a generally circumferential body that fits around a human head. The generally circumferential body has a receiver segment with an elongated geometry. The receiver segment includes an adjustment end receiver. The receiver segment is flexible. The generally circumferential body also has an adjustment segment with a measurement end. The adjustment segment measurement end has a diameter that is narrower than the receiver segment adjustment end receiver diameter. The adjustment segment has a measurement indicator that extends from the measurement end. The adjustment segment is flexible. The adjustment segment measurement end is adjustably inserted into the receiver segment sliding end receiver. The visual measurement indicator is operable with respect to the receiver segment adjustment end receiver.

Abstract: Provided are, among other things, systems, apparatuses methods and techniques for performing a semi-autonomous and/or autonomous measurement of the depth of a hole drilled into bone during a medical/surgical procedure. One such apparatus is activated by a tactile command, provides a digital readout of hole depth, and includes a controller module, a stepper/encoder unit, a linear actuator, and a position sensor.

Abstract: An inspection device comprises movable equipment (6) driven relative to a stand (7) and fitted with at least one inspection gauge (14, 15). The device also includes a measurement system (30) comprising a contactless transceiver system (30a) for emitting and receiving a light beam (F) along a path in which there is arranged a target (30b) that is securely mounted to the first inspection gauge, the transceiver system being secured to the stand, and delivering measurements continuously of the position of the first inspection gauge relative to the stand (7). A processor unit (31) is provided that means for detecting when the measurements of the position of the inspection gauge delivered by the transceiver system (30a) cease varying, in order to determine that contact has occurred between the inspection gauge and the container.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure are directed toward a system and method to calibrate calipers of a downhole tool. Specifically, a calibration tool includes a substantially cylindrical calibration ring. The calibration tool also includes a finger coupled to the calibration ring. The finger is configured to engage with the downhole tool such that the calibration ring is mounted to the downhole tool and is coaxial with a tool axis of the downhole tool.

Abstract: A process variable transmitter for sensing a process variable of process fluid in an industrial process includes a process gasket having a surface configured to form a seal with a process vessel face. The process gasket is exposed to the process fluid through an opening in the process vessel face. A process variable sensor is carried by the process gasket and configured to sense a process variable of the process fluid and provide a sensor output. Measurement circuitry coupled to the process variable sensor provides a process variable transmitter output related to the process variable output.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for industrially measuring measurement objects with a measuring probe that can be led up to the measurement object, on which measuring probe at least one distance sensor is provided for measuring instantaneous distance of a reference point of the measuring probe from a wall of the measurement. The measuring probe is rotatably supported on a retainer, which is fixed in relation to the measurement object and/or the position of which in relation to the measurement object is known. The device also include an evaluating apparatus designed to receive at least one distance value determined by the distance sensor and to associate the at least one distance value with a rotational position of the measuring probe in the context of a measurement. Means are provided for determining a change in the relative position between the retainer and the measurement object occurring during the measurement.

Abstract: A process variable transmitter for sensing a process variable of process fluid in an industrial process includes a process gasket having a surface configured to form a seal with a process vessel face. The process gasket is exposed to the process fluid through an opening in the process vessel face. A process variable sensor is carried by the process gasket and configured to sense a process variable of the process fluid and provide a sensor output. Measurement circuitry coupled to the process variable sensor provides a process variable transmitter output related to the process variable output.

Abstract: A pipe spacing wedge system including a pipe spacing wedge assembly, with the pipe spacing wedge assembly including a wedge-body. The wedge-body may be defined by a front-side, a back-side, a right-edge, a left-edge, a top-edge, and a bottom-edge. The front-side of the wedge-body includes a plurality of stepped surfaces and the top-edge includes a sharp point. The pipe spacing wedge assembly is structured and arranged to assist a user in setting a variety of specific gap-distance between sections of pipe and pipe spacing wedge assembly is intended to be driven between the two sections of pipe by the user to set the gap-distance.

Abstract: There is disclosed a system and method for measuring the diameter or thickness of a tendon. In an embodiment, the device includes an adjustable tube having a variably sized cross-sectional diameter in a direction perpendicular to an axis extending between the first end and the second end, the adjustable tube being positionable from an open configuration in which the variably sized cross-sectional diameter is larger than a diameter of a tendon so as to allow loading of the tendon, to a closed configuration in which the variably sized cross-sectional diameter approximates the diameter of the tendon so as to allow measurement of the tendon. The device includes a measurement gradient in operable configuration with the adjustable tube so as to allow measurement of the tendon in the closed configuration. Other embodiments are also disclosed.

Abstract: Measuring device for measuring a rotationally symmetrical cavity in a workpiece has a base body for supporting on the workpiece, and a measuring head with a sensor for scanning the inner wall of the cavity. The measuring device has a shaft connected to the base body. Measuring head is movable relative to base body in the axial direction of the shaft and is rotatable about a rotational axis defined by the shaft. The shaft is configured as a hollow shaft, and accommodates a drive shaft rotationally drivable by a rotary drive apparatus. A distal end of the drive shaft is connected to the measuring head in a rotationally fixed manner. The shaft is situated on the base body and movable in the axial direction of the shaft by a slide bearing system. An axial drive apparatus moves the shaft relative to the base body.

Abstract: Some embodiments of the present invention relate to a coordinate measuring machine CMM, comprising a carrier as a support and positioning structure for an end-effector as a target, the end-effector being movable in at least three degrees of freedom and positionable by the carrier, a stationary metrology table as a support for a possible target object, and a control unit controlling the moving of the end-effector by the carrier. The CMM further comprises at least one, in particular at least two, imaging detectors for measuring and determining in six degrees of freedom a position of the possible target object, and an analysing unit for processing electronic signals and/or data delivered by the imaging detectors. According to the invention, the imaging detectors are firmly mounted to the metrology table, mechanically de-coupled from the carrier.

Abstract: In one example, the disclosure is directed to a method of determining a length of a wear pin in a brake assembly. The method includes obtaining an input image of a portion of the brake assembly, such as with a camera. The input image includes the wear pin and a reference object, and the reference object has a known dimension. A processor may determine, based on the input image, an image dimension of the reference object. The processor may determine, based on the input image, an image dimension of the wear pin. The processor may further determine, based on the image dimension of the reference object, the image dimension of the wear pin, and the known dimension of the reference object, an estimated measurement of the dimension of the wear pin.

Abstract: A stub of a via formed in a printed circuit board is backdrilled to a predetermined depth. A capacitance probe is positioned within the via. Then the capacitance probe is used to obtain a test capacitance measurement. The test capacitance measurement is compared to a predetermined baseline capacitance measurement. Residual conductive plating material in the backdrilled stub causes the test capacitance measurement to exceed the predetermined baseline capacitance measurement. An indication is made that the predetermined baseline capacitance measurement has been exceeded.

Abstract: An apparatus for setting a lock assembly to accommodate a thickness of a door. The apparatus may include a housing that is sized for placement in an opening in the door and an adjustment member that is structured for at least selective axial displacement about the housing. At least a portion of the adjustment member may be structured for placement adjacent to an outside portion of the door. The apparatus may include an indicator assembly having an indicator gauge that is biased against the adjustment member by a biasing element. The indicator portion is structured for axial displacement about the housing via the axial displacement of the adjustment member. The indicator assembly may also include a cover having an opening that provides a visual access point for an indicium of the indicator gauge.

Abstract: Grade enhancement of mint grade and proof-like coins is disclosed based on a determination of an indication that the coin was a “first strike” coin. First strike is defined by the first 10% or less of coins struck by the same die and may be determined by the location of a physical attribute of the coin present in at most 10% of similar coins struck by the same die. First strike in proof-like coins may be determined by frosted white cameo.

Abstract: A Rafter Center Translation Tool Set 10 that when used with a standard 25 ft retractable tape measure 20 and a common 6 inch 7/32nd drill bit will provide for the translation of multiple vertically running horizontally displaced rafter centers from inside an accessible roof area where rafter rafters centers are visible, to outside a roof area on-top of a decking 3 above the shingles 4, requiring only two alignment holes for the translation of multiple centers along a 25 ft span. These centers are marked on a tape measures tape which is referenced and secured between a 1st Rafter Clip 1 and a horizontally displaced 2nd Rafter Clip 19 inside the roof area. The tape measures tape is then referenced and secured between an aligned 1st Translation Plate 15 and 2nd Translation Plate 18 on the outside of the roof, where the marked centers from the inside of the roof are now visible on the outside of the roof.

Abstract: An inner diameter measuring device (50) for measuring an inner diameter of a hollow object to be measured, wherein the inner diameter measuring device comprises a circulation unit (1) and a measuring head (2) and is insertable into inside of an object to be measured, wherein the measuring head has a contact measuring unit (27) for measuring the inner diameter by contacting an inner surface of the object to be measured and an advancing/retreating unit (23) for making the contact measuring unit to advance and to retreat in a radial direction, and wherein the circulation unit can rotate the measuring head around a center line (51) of the inner diameter measuring device.

Abstract: A drill bit jig includes an elongate member, two jig securing elements and a drill bit guide. The drill bit guide includes a plurality of through holes where the axes of the through holes are parallel to the axis of the elongate member. Each of the plurality of through holes in the drill bit guide has a different diameter for accommodating drill bits of different thicknesses. The jig securing elements each include an L-shaped bolt and a door protecting material encasing one of the straight sections of the bolt. The drill bit jig also includes a core check to determine if a hole being drilled along the width of the door is straight.

Abstract: A circumference measuring gauge for measuring an item is shown and described. The circumference measuring gauge may include a base, a fixture displaceably positioned on the base, the fixture capable of securing the item, and a measuring member having first and second ends, the first end fixed to the base and the second end fixed to the fixture, where the measuring member circumscribes the item. The circumference measuring gauge may also include a biasing member secured to the fixture, wherein the biasing member applies a predetermined force to the measuring member.

Abstract: A go/no-go gauge for hole tolerance measurement incorporates a handle, a first pin having a first diameter extending from a first end of the handle and a second pin having a second diameter extending from a second end of the handle. A force measurement element is disposed between the ends of the handle and configured to provide an indication upon exceeding a predetermined force level when attempting to insert one of the pins into a hole.

Abstract: A gauge for measuring the headspace dimension of a firearm chamber. The gauge includes a first member coupled to a second member in a telescopic fashion. The first and second members may be positioned in an open firearm chamber. With the firearm chamber subsequently closed, the first and second members are moved into a position that gives the actual headspace dimension and locked in that position. The gauge may then be removed from the chamber and measured to give the user the actual headspace dimension.

Abstract: Various embodiments include alignment apparatuses and associated methods for use on a turbine (e.g., a gas turbine). In various particular embodiments, an apparatus for aligning an unfixed inlet guide vane (IGV) adjacent a fixed IGV in a gas turbine. In some cases the apparatus includes: a first wedge member for interfacing with the fixed IGV; a second wedge member movably coupled with the first wedge member, the second wedge member for interfacing with the unfixed IGV; and an adjustment apparatus coupled to the first wedge member and the second wedge member, the adjustment apparatus for modifying a position of the second wedge member relative to the first wedge member to actuate movement of the unfixed IGV relative to the fixed IGV.

Abstract: A hole-shape measuring apparatus is provided with a hole diameter measuring mechanism which measures the diameter of a flush bolt hole, and a countersunk head depth measuring mechanism which measures a countersunk head depth. The hole diameter measuring mechanism has a hole diameter measuring rod configured so as to be inserted into a constant portion at a tip portion and displaced according to the diameter of the constant portion, and a hole diameter measuring sensor which measures the amount of displacement of the hole diameter measuring rod. The countersunk head depth measuring mechanism has a countersunk head depth measuring rod configured so as to be inserted into a countersunk head portion at a tip portion and displaced according to the countersunk head depth, and a countersunk head depth measuring sensor which measures the amount of displacement of the countersunk head depth measuring rod.

Abstract: A processing system employs a processing tool to process workpieces, for example cold working holes and/or installing expandable members into holes. Sensors sense various aspects of the processing. Information regarding performance of the process and/or materials may be stored, for example a hole-by-hole or a workpiece-by-workpiece basis, allowing validation of processing. Information also allows dynamic operation of the processing tool. Analysis of response relationships (e.g., pressure or force versus position or distance) may provide insights into the process and materials, and/or facilitate the real-time feedback including control, alerts, ordering replacement for consumable components.

Abstract: An inner diameter measuring device (50) for measuring an inner diameter of a hollow object to be measured, wherein the inner diameter measuring device comprises a circulation unit (1) and a measuring head (2) and is insertable into inside of an object to be measured, wherein the measuring head has a contact measuring unit (27) for measuring the inner diameter by contacting an inner surface of the object to be measured and an advancing/retreating unit (23) for making the contact measuring unit to advance and to retreat in a radial direction, and wherein the circulation unit can rotate the measuring head around a center line (51) of the inner diameter measuring device.

Abstract: A measuring device includes a housing and a caliper positioned inside the housing. The housing has a proximal end and a distal end and defines an axis from the proximal end to the distal end. The caliper includes a first measurement probe extending out of the housing in a first direction, a second measurement probe extending out of the housing in a second direction that is substantially opposite of the first direction, and measurement circuitry configured for transmitting a measurement signal based on the relative positions of the first and second measurement probes.

Abstract: A test device includes a base rested on an object, an inserting member slidably mounted to the base and contacts a slanted surface of a chamfer of the object, and a test member slidably rested on the base. The base includes a positioning bar abutting a bottom end of the chamfer. A first cutout and a second cutout communicating with the first cutout and positioned in front of the first cutout are defined in a bottom surface of the testing member. A depth of the second cutout equals the tolerance of a standard depth of the chamfer. If a top surface of the inserting member can be received in the second cutout, the depth of the chamfer is qualified. If the top surface of the inserting member cannot be received in the second cutout, the depth of the chamfer is unqualified.

Abstract: There is disclosed an apparatus and a method for measuring an opening dimension. The apparatus may comprise a handle or a handle mounting portion and a rod holder adjustably attached to the handle or handle mounting portion. The method may comprise the use of the apparatus to measure an opening dimension.

Abstract: Apparatus for thread testing, comprising at least one plug gauge (6) for testing a thread (8), the plug gauge being adapted for connecting with a machine axis (2) of a machine tool (1) and a displacement sensor (12) connectable with the at least one plug gauge (6) and the machine axis (2) for determining a maximum path (23) which the plug gauge (6) may be screwed into thread (8).

Abstract: A plug gauge (1) includes a support and protection frame with a handle (2) that defines a longitudinal axis and houses a position transducer (25) and electronic devices for wirelessly transmitting electrical signals indicative of a dimension to be checked. The gauge also comprises a probe (6) including a mechanical armset (7) provided with at least one movable feeler (10), and a transmission mechanism with a stem (17) transmitting movements of the feeler to the position transducer housed in the handle. The probe is connected to the handle by means of a quick coupling mechanism (5) with deformable locking portions (52), the radial arrangement of which is controlled by a clamping element (60).

Abstract: A Perineal elasticity meter having a circular central stem marked with millimeter markings and a sleeve portion surrounding the circular stem. Hinges connect the sleeve to expanders that extend from the circular stem. The perineal elasticity meter is configured to be inserted into the vagina of a patient in order to measure the elasticity of the perineal area. The sleeve includes an opening that shows a circumferential measurement achieved by the expansion of the expanders, as the sleeve moves along the central stem. Another perineal elasticity meter includes two stems connected via a hinge at a proximal portion of the stems. The proximal portions of the stems are configured to be inserted into the vagina of a patient and a measurement is taken of a distance between the expanded distal portion of the stems, thereby measuring the elasticity of the perineal area.

Abstract: A measuring device is adapted for determining a safety thread length LS of a fastener required for fastening a wheel onto a wheel hub unit. The measuring device includes an elongated measuring rod, a positioning member secured to a front end of the measuring rod and configured to abut against a circumferential abutment seat of the wheel, and a plurality of modular sleeves, each configured to be sleevably positioned on and matched up with the measuring rod. Subsequent to bringing the positioning member to abut against the circumferential abutment seat, the modular sleeve is dragged forwardly until a front sleeve end reaches an inner major surface of the wheel, and LS is determined to be equal to the distance between the front end and a rear sleeve end of the modular sleeve.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for measuring diameters of holes and countersinks. A tip of a countersink measurement system may be moved to engage a countersink for a hole. A diameter of the countersink may be measured in response to the tip of the countersink measurement system engaging the countersink. A probe may be moved through the tip of the countersink measurement system into a channel for the hole, while the tip is engaged with the countersink. A number of diameters for the channel may be measured as the probe moves in the hole.

Abstract: A cylinder sleeve surface measurement assembly for measuring a surface roughness of a cylinder sleeve, especially a cylinder sleeve formed in an engine block. The assembly includes a fixture that holds a surface profiling device. The surface profiling device is provided with a stylus that perpendicularly projects from a measuring arm, and the fixture holds the surface profiling device such that the stylus remains in perpendicular contact with the surface of the cylinder sleeve. To ensure perpendicular contact, the fixture is provided with an arcuate surface that defines an arc matching that of a portion of the cylinder sleeve. Accordingly, the arcuate surface allows the measuring arm to remain parallel to a surface of the cylinder sleeve, thereby ensuring that the stylus remains perpendicular thereto.

Abstract: A system for determining the grip length of a hole extending through a stack of panels so that a fastener of appropriate length can be selected for insertion into the hole. A shaft carrying an array of probes is inserted into the hole and the array generates signals indicating which probes of the array are contacting an inner wall of the hole.

Abstract: A measuring apparatus for measuring a counterbore hole chamfer depth of a workpiece, includes a positioning member having a guiding hole aligned with the counterbore hole of the workpiece, a support member having a receiving hole aligned with the guiding hole, and a measuring device supported by the support member. The measuring device includes a gauge, a retractable pole connected to the gauge and extending into the receiving hole, and a measuring head portion connected to the retractable pole and movably received in the guiding hole. The measuring head portion has a cone-shaped end for abutting on an inner wall of the counterbore hole chamfer, thereby making the measuring head portion move back in the guiding hole and the retractable pole retract. The gauge is configured for calculating and displaying the depth of the counterbore hole chamfer based on the distance the retractable pole retracts.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for measuring a space between parts having restricted access is disclosed. An apparatus may comprise an elongate member, a flange, and a measurement system. An end of the elongate member is configured to move through a hole in a first structure into a space located between the first structure and a second structure. The flange extends from the elongate member. The elongate member is configured to expand after the flange exits the hole in the first structure such that the flange is unable to pass back through the hole. The measurement system is configured to measure movement of the end of the elongate member to identify a length of the space between the first structure and the second structure.