Patent ID: 8928896
Filing Date: 2015-01-06
Classification: G01B,G01G

Abstract:
1. An apparatus for determining dimensions of an object, comprising: a platform having a surface for supporting an object; a first dimensioning device comprising first, second and third mutually orthogonal distance sensors, the first distance sensor oriented to sense distance in a first direction substantially orthogonal to the platform surface; the second and third distance sensors oriented substantially parallel to the platform surface, each of the distance sensors aimed toward a common location; and a second dimensioning device comprising a gate configured as a frame having an upper arm above the platform opposite a lower arm below the platform and having opposing side supports located between the upper arm and lower arm, wherein the gate is mounted for horizontal movement in an arc about the platform, and wherein the arms of the gate respectively carry a plurality of mutually aligned emitters and receivers and wherein the supports of the gate respectively carry a plurality of mutually aligned emitters and receivers.