The posts have laser sensors affixed at the top. The Romer arm, made from lightweight, stiff carbon graphite, is counterbalanced and mounted on a mobile work platform, equipped with a special base for smooth movement. Real-time triangulation maintains absolute reference positioning within the overall measuring envelope. The system eliminates leap frog positioning that typically extends beyond the reach of a portable CMM, decreasing the potential for errors. Real-time statistical process control analysis is available.
Reverse engineering is possible.
Any small errors between leap frogs will be multiplied by the distance moved and this can lead to significant inaccuracy. An individual operator can move the system s base unit. We took that concept, which started with aircraft engines, and found that it worked well in the auto industry because of the need to measure high and low on a car. Learning to use the software may take longer. The PowerProbe gathers data in touch trigger or scan mode.