Patent ID: 6338202
Filing Date: 2002-01-15
Classification: G01B

Abstract:
A measurement tool for use with an indicator comprising:a tubular member having a first end and a second end and a bore extending therethrough, a first longitudinal slot extending from said first end and a second longitudinal slot at said second end, said second end of said tubular member being adapted to receive a portion of the indicator; and a means for taking measurements of a surface including: a shaft slidably disposed in said bore of said tubular member, said shaft having a first end and a second end, said shaft being adapted to contact an indicator when the indicator is mounted on said tubular member; a linkage member having a first end pivotally attached to said shaft and also having a second end; and an arm member pivotally attached to said first end of said tubular member, said arm member having a first end pivotally connected to said second end of said linkage member and also having a second end for contacting a surface of an object to be measured.