Coordinate measuring machines and systems

Author(s)

    • Bosch, John A.

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Coordinate measuring machines and systems

edited by John A. Bosch

(Manufacturing engineering and materials processing, 42)

M. Dekker, c1995

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Includes bibliographical references and index

Description and Table of Contents

Description

This work reviews the basic concepts of co-ordinate metrology. It defines what co-ordinate measuring machines (CMMs) are and details how they can be applied to gain a competitive advantage in a variety of business settings, from small machine shops to global manufacturers. Areas that are critical for the successful application of CMMs - including environmental factors, the measuring of speed and accuracy, traceability, versatility and programming methodology - are considered.;The book is intended for manufacturing, mechanical, quality control, design, industrial, automation, automotive and aerospace engineers and managers, as wel as upper-level undergraduate and graduate students in these disciplines.;College or university bookstores may order five or more copies at a special student price, which is available from Marcel Dekker Inc upon request.

Table of Contents

  • Evolution of measurement
  • co-ordinate measuring machines
  • system components
  • the international standard of length
  • performance evaluations
  • temperature effects
  • accuracy enhancements
  • application considerations
  • typical applications
  • measuring alternatives
  • financial evaluations
  • future trends.

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