Patent ID: 6029333
Filing Date: 2000-02-29
Classification: B21D,G01B,Y10T

Abstract:
A method of making an inspection fixture for determining the conformational accuracy of a tubular part having X, Y, and Z directional conformational information points along its length which, together define a correct three dimensional structure for said part; said method comprising the steps of:(a) forming a first pattern having a top contour thereof with a first set of dimensions correlated to the Z direction of said conformational information points;(b) forming a tube run from a sheet of rigid material, said tube run having a top edge portion that substantially matches said first set of dimensions;(c) bending said tube run at desired locations along its length and in desired angular displacements so that said top edge portion of said tube run also contains a second set of dimensions correlated to the X and Y direction of said conformational information points and is thereby adapted for congruent reception of an accurately made tubular part therein.