Objective
The research proposed will develop non-contact independent in-process measurement and inspection of machined parts whilst they are retained in the machine tool. The instrument will be a robot operated optical measurement system capable of comparing measurement data with specifications and tolerances. It will position at a series of accurately predetermined critical locations to give data as to the true dimensions of the component. Further uses exist in quality control and inspection of large fabrications. Programming will be developed to allow an integrated function in real time, with down time being reduced to a minimum. The control of sensor movement with the machine tool, plus the interaction of the sensor data with CAD data, will use simultaneous modelling and simulation to allow the integrated system to check for errors, clashes, path planning etc. Knowledge based programming will enable CAD comparisons giving updating of part programs to allow components to be finished within specification. The positioning coordinates are determined by an absolute length measuring interferometer which is swept and tilted through two axes. The geometric shape of the workpiece will be determined by projecting periodic patterns onto it. Digitised observed patterns produced by a line camera/camera array from the workpiece will allow computer processing, thereby giving unambiguous positional data; a technique that gives greater accuracy than state of the art triangulation methods. The overall system will be capable of measuring free form shapes to a minimum of 10 microns accuracy.
Fields of science (EuroSciVoc)
CORDIS classifies projects with EuroSciVoc, a multilingual taxonomy of fields of science, through a semi-automatic process based on NLP techniques. See: The European Science Vocabulary.
CORDIS classifies projects with EuroSciVoc, a multilingual taxonomy of fields of science, through a semi-automatic process based on NLP techniques. See: The European Science Vocabulary.
- engineering and technology electrical engineering, electronic engineering, information engineering electronic engineering sensors optical sensors
You need to log in or register to use this function
Programme(s)
Multi-annual funding programmes that define the EU’s priorities for research and innovation.
Multi-annual funding programmes that define the EU’s priorities for research and innovation.
Topic(s)
Calls for proposals are divided into topics. A topic defines a specific subject or area for which applicants can submit proposals. The description of a topic comprises its specific scope and the expected impact of the funded project.
Calls for proposals are divided into topics. A topic defines a specific subject or area for which applicants can submit proposals. The description of a topic comprises its specific scope and the expected impact of the funded project.
Call for proposal
Procedure for inviting applicants to submit project proposals, with the aim of receiving EU funding.
Data not available
Procedure for inviting applicants to submit project proposals, with the aim of receiving EU funding.
Funding Scheme
Funding scheme (or “Type of Action”) inside a programme with common features. It specifies: the scope of what is funded; the reimbursement rate; specific evaluation criteria to qualify for funding; and the use of simplified forms of costs like lump sums.
Funding scheme (or “Type of Action”) inside a programme with common features. It specifies: the scope of what is funded; the reimbursement rate; specific evaluation criteria to qualify for funding; and the use of simplified forms of costs like lump sums.
Coordinator
TS1 3BA Middlesbrough
United Kingdom
The total costs incurred by this organisation to participate in the project, including direct and indirect costs. This amount is a subset of the overall project budget.