Patent ID: 7988390
Filing Date: 2011-08-02
Classification: B23Q,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A machine, comprising: a base comprising an outer wall, a cutting tool for machining a workpiece mounted on the base, a first fixing member detachably attached on the outer wall, a first flexible connecting member comprising a first end and a second end, being capable of maintaining a shape after positioning adjustment thereto by application of a flexing external force, and the first end of the first connecting member being fixed to the first fixing member; an imaging system, for acquiring an image of the workpiece and the cutting tool, attached to the second end of the first connecting member such that a position of the imaging system can be adjusted by flexing and changing the shape of the connecting member; and a second flexible connecting member having a first end and a second end and being capable of maintaining a shape after positioning adjustment thereto by application of a flexing external force, the first end of the second connecting member being disposed on the outer wall, and a reflecting member for reflecting light onto the cutting tool and/or the workpiece attached to the second end of the second connecting member.