公开(公告)号：US5341574A

公开(公告)日：1994-08-30

申请号：US83229

申请日：1993-06-29

Applicant: Lothar F. Bieg

Inventor： Lothar F. Bieg

IPC: G01B21/04 ,  G01B5/03

CPC classification number: G01B21/042

Abstract: A coordinate measuring machine test standard apparatus and method which iudes a rotary spindle having an upper phase plate and an axis of rotation, a kinematic ball mount attached to the phase plate concentric with the axis of rotation of the phase plate, a groove mounted at the circumference of the phase plate, and an arm assembly which rests in the groove. The arm assembly has a small sphere at one end and a large sphere at the other end. The small sphere may be a coordinate measuring machine probe tip and may have variable diameters. The large sphere is secured in the kinematic ball mount and the arm is held in the groove. The kinematic ball mount includes at least three mounting spheres and the groove is an angular locating groove including at least two locking spheres. The arm may have a hollow inner core and an outer layer. The rotary spindle may be a ratio reducer. The device is used to evaluate the measuring performance of a coordinate measuring machine for periodic recertification, including 2 and 3 dimensional accuracy, squareness, straightness, and angular accuracy.

Abstract translation: 一种坐标测量机测试标准装置和方法，其包括具有上相板和旋转轴的旋转主轴，安装在相位板上的与相位板的旋转轴线同心的运动球安装座， 相位板的圆周，以及搁置在凹槽中的臂组件。 臂组件在一端具有小球体，另一端具有大球体。 小球体可以是坐标测量机探针尖端，并且可以具有可变直径。 大球体固定在运动球座中，臂固定在槽中。 运动球座包括至少三个安装球，并且所述槽是包括至少两个锁定球的角度定位槽。 臂可以具有中空的内芯和外层。 旋转主轴可以是减速器。 该装置用于评估用于周期性重新认证的坐标测量机的测量性能，包括2和3维精度，平方度，直线度和角度精度。

公开(公告)号：US06668466B1

公开(公告)日：2003-12-30

申请号：US09692028

申请日：2000-10-19

Applicant: Lothar F. Bieg ,  Bernhard Jokiel, Jr. ,  Mark T. Ensz ,  Robert D. Watson

Inventor： Lothar F. Bieg ,  Bernhard Jokiel, Jr. ,  Mark T. Ensz ,  Robert D. Watson

IPC: G01B500

CPC classification number: G01B5/008

Abstract: Disclosed is a highly accurate articulated coordinate measuring machine, comprising a revolute joint, comprising a circular encoder wheel, having an axis of rotation; a plurality of marks disposed around at least a portion of the circumference of the encoder wheel; bearing means for supporting the encoder wheel, while permitting free rotation of the encoder wheel about the wheel's axis of rotation; and a sensor, rigidly attached to the bearing means, for detecting the motion of at least some of the marks as the encoder wheel rotates; a probe arm, having a proximal end rigidly attached to the encoder wheel, and having a distal end with a probe tip attached thereto; and coordinate processing means, operatively connected to the sensor, for converting the output of the sensor into a set of cylindrical coordinates representing the position of the probe tip relative to a reference cylindrical coordinate system.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种高度精确的铰接坐标测量机，包括旋转接头，包括具有旋转轴线的圆形编码轮; 围绕所述编码轮的圆周的至少一部分设置的多个标记; 用于支撑编码轮的轴承装置，同时允许编码轮围绕车轮的旋转轴线自由旋转; 以及刚性地附接到所述轴承装置的传感器，用于当编码轮旋转时检测至少一些标记的运动; 探针臂，其具有刚性地附接到编码器轮的近端，并且具有附接有探针尖端的远端; 以及可操作地连接到传感器的坐标处理装置，用于将传感器的输出转换成一组圆柱形坐标，其代表探针尖端相对于参考圆柱坐标系的位置。

公开(公告)号：US06463664B1

公开(公告)日：2002-10-15

申请号：US09692027

申请日：2000-10-19

Applicant: Lothar F. Bieg

Inventor： Lothar F. Bieg

IPC: B43L1300

CPC classification number: G03F7/70716 ,  G03F7/70758

Abstract: An apparatus for positioning an item that provides two-dimensional, independent orthogonal motion of a platform in a X-Y plane. A pair of master and slave disks engages opposite sides of the platform. Rotational drivers are connected to master disks so the disks rotate eccentrically about axes of rotation. Opposing slave disks are connected to master disks on opposite sides of the platform by a timing belt, or are electronically synchronized together using stepper motors, to effect coordinated motion. The coordinated eccentric motion of the pairs of master/slave disks compels smooth linear motion of the platform in the X-Y plane without backlash. The apparatus can be a planar mechanism implemented in a MEMS device.

Abstract translation: 一种用于定位在X-Y平面中提供平台的二维独立正交运动的物品的装置。 一对主从盘与平台的两侧相接。 旋转驱动器连接到主磁盘，因此磁盘围绕旋转轴线偏心旋转。 相反的从属盘通过同步带连接到平台对面的主盘，或者使用步进电机与电子电子同步，以实现协调运动。 主/从盘对的协调偏心运动可以平滑地平滑X-Y平面的直线运动，无间隙。 该装置可以是在MEMS装置中实现的平面机构。

公开(公告)号：US06234703B1

公开(公告)日：2001-05-22

申请号：US09336308

申请日：1999-06-18

Applicant: Lothar F. Bieg ,  Gilbert L. Benavides

Inventor： Lothar F. Bieg ,  Gilbert L. Benavides

IPC: F16C1106

CPC classification number: F16M11/14 ,  F16C11/0619 ,  F16C11/0623 ,  Y10T403/32573 ,  Y10T403/32655 ,  Y10T403/32803

Abstract: A new class of spherical joints is disclosed. These spherical joints are capable of extremely large angular displacements (full cone angles in excess of 270°), while exhibiting no singularities or dead spots in their range of motion. These joints can improve or simplify a wide range of mechanical devices.

Abstract translation: 公开了一类新的球形接头。 这些球形接头能够具有非常大的角位移（全锥角超过270°），同时在其运动范围内不显示奇异点或死点。 这些接头可以改善或简化宽范围的机械装置。

公开(公告)号：US06675671B1

公开(公告)日：2004-01-13

申请号：US10153109

申请日：2002-05-22

Applicant: Bernhard Jokiel, Jr. ,  Gilbert L. Benavides ,  Lothar F. Bieg ,  James J. Allen

Inventor： Bernhard Jokiel, Jr. ,  Gilbert L. Benavides ,  Lothar F. Bieg ,  James J. Allen

IPC: B25J700

CPC classification number: B81C99/002 ,  B23Q1/5462 ,  B23Q1/5468 ,  B25J7/00 ,  B25J9/1065 ,  Y10T74/20354

Abstract: A multiple degree of freedom platform assembly formed from a plurality of thin films on a substrate can, when activated, move out of the plane of the substrate without additional manufacturing steps. The platform is connected to the substrate by at least three linkages, each linkage being pivotally connected to the platform and the base. At least two of the base connections are to powered traveling devices that are manufactured at one end of a path and which may be moved to locations along the path to cause the platform to move to predetermined positions. The entire assembly, including hinges, is manufactured as planar structures; preferably by a thin film technology such as MEMS.

Abstract translation: 由基板上的多个薄膜形成的多自由度平台组件可以在被激活时从衬底的平面移出而不需要额外的制造步骤。 平台通过至少三个连杆连接到基板，每个连杆枢转地连接到平台和基座。 至少两个基座连接件是在路径的一端制造的动力行进装置，其可沿着路径移动到位置以使平台移动到预定位置。 整个组件，包括铰链，被制造为平面结构; 优选通过诸如MEMS的薄膜技术。

公开(公告)号：US06640452B1

公开(公告)日：2003-11-04

申请号：US10225111

申请日：2002-08-20

Applicant: Lothar F. Bieg

Inventor： Lothar F. Bieg

IPC: B43L1300

CPC classification number: G03F7/70716 ,  G03F7/70758

Abstract: A bi-directional slide mechanism. A pair of master and slave disks engages opposite sides of the platform. Rotational drivers are connected to master disks so the disks rotate eccentrically about their respective axes of rotation. Opposing slave disks are connected to master disks on opposite sides of the platform by a circuitous mechanical linkage, or are electronically synchronized together using stepper motors, to effect coordinated motion. The synchronized eccentric motion of the pairs of master/slave disks compels smooth linear motion of the platform forwards and backwards without backlash. The apparatus can be incorporated in a MEMS device.

Abstract translation: 双向滑动机构。 一对主从盘与平台的两侧相接。 旋转驱动器连接到主磁盘，因此磁盘围绕其各自的旋转轴线偏心旋转。 相对的从盘通过迂回的机械联动连接到平台的相对侧的主盘上，或者使用步进电机与电子电子同步在一起，以实现协调运动。 主/从盘对的同步偏心运动可以使平台的前后平滑线性运动无间隙。 该装置可以结合在MEMS器件中。

公开(公告)号：US06519860B1

公开(公告)日：2003-02-18

申请号：US09692024

申请日：2000-10-19

Applicant: Lothar F. Bieg ,  Bernhard Jokiel, Jr. ,  Mark T. Ensz ,  Robert D. Watson

Inventor： Lothar F. Bieg ,  Bernhard Jokiel, Jr. ,  Mark T. Ensz ,  Robert D. Watson

IPC: G01B500

CPC classification number: B23H7/26 ,  G01B5/008

Abstract: Disclosed is a system and method for independently evaluating the spatial positional performance of a machine having a movable member, comprising an articulated coordinate measuring machine comprising: a first revolute joint; a probe arm, having a proximal end rigidly attached to the first joint, and having a distal end with a probe tip attached thereto, wherein the probe tip is pivotally mounted to the movable machine member; a second revolute joint; a first support arm serially connecting the first joint to the second joint; and coordinate processing means, operatively connected to the first and second revolute joints, for calculating the spatial coordinates of the probe tip; means for kinematically constraining the articulated coordinate measuring machine to a working surface; and comparator means, in operative association with the coordinate processing means and with the movable machine, for comparing the true position of the movable machine member, as measured by the true position of the probe tip, with the desired position of the movable machine member.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于独立地评估具有可动构件的机器的空间位置性能的系统和方法，包括铰接坐标测量机，包括：第一旋转接头; 探针臂，其具有刚性地附接到所述第一关节的近端，并且具有附接有探针尖端的远端，其中所述探针末端可枢转地安装到所述可动机构件; 第二个旋转关节; 将所述第一接头与所述第二接头串联连接的第一支撑臂; 以及坐标处理装置，可操作地连接到第一和第二旋转接头，用于计算探针尖端的空间坐标; 用于将铰接坐标测量机运动地约束到工作表面的装置; 以及与坐标处理装置和可移动机器可操作地相关联的比较器装置，用于将可移动机构构件的真实位置（通过探针尖端的真实位置测量）与可移动机构构件的期望位置进行比较。

公开(公告)号：US4977777A

公开(公告)日：1990-12-18

申请号：US308074

申请日：1989-02-09

Applicant: Lothar F. Bieg

Inventor： Lothar F. Bieg

IPC: G01B13/16

CPC classification number: G01B13/16

Abstract: A fluid probe for measuring the surface contour of a machined part is provided whereby the machined part can remain on the machining apparatus during surface contour measurement. A measuring nozzle in a measuring probe directs a measuring fluid flow onto the surface. The measuring nozzle is on the probe situated midway between two guide nozzles that direct guide fluid flows onto the surface. When the guide fluid flows interact with the surface, they cause the measuring flow and measuring probe to be oriented perpendicular to the surface. The measuring probe includes a pressure chamber whose pressure is monitored. As the measuring fluid flow encounters changes in surface contour, pressure changes occur in the pressure chamber. The surface contour is represented as data corresponding to pressure changes in the pressure chamber as the surface is scanned.

Abstract translation: 提供了用于测量加工零件的表面轮廓的流体探针，由此在表面轮廓测量期间加工的零件可以保留在加工装置上。 测量探头中的测量喷嘴将测量流体流引导到表面上。 测量喷嘴在位于两个引导喷嘴之间的探头上，引导流体流动到表面上。 当引导流体流动与表面相互作用时，它们使得测量流和测量探针垂直于表面定向。 测量探头包括一个压力室，其压力被监控。 当测量流体流动遇到表面轮廓的变化时，在压力室中发生压力变化。 表面轮廓表示为与扫描表面时对应于压力室中的压力变化的数据。

公开(公告)号：US06409413B1

公开(公告)日：2002-06-25

申请号：US09336182

申请日：1999-06-18

Applicant: Lothar F. Bieg ,  Gilbert L. Benavides

Inventor： Lothar F. Bieg ,  Gilbert L. Benavides

IPC: F16C1106

CPC classification number: F16C11/0619 ,  Y10T403/32565 ,  Y10T403/32573 ,  Y10T403/32631

Abstract: A new class of spherical joints has a very large accessible full cone angle, a property which is beneficial for a wide range of applications. Despite the large cone angles, these joints move freely without singularities.

Abstract translation: 一类新的球形接头具有非常大的可接近的全锥角，这种特性有利于广泛的应用。 尽管锥角大，但这些关节自由移动而没有奇点。

公开(公告)号：US6028304A

公开(公告)日：2000-02-22

申请号：US10270

申请日：1998-01-21

Applicant: Lothar F. Bieg ,  Robert R. Dubois ,  Jerry D. Strother

Inventor： Lothar F. Bieg ,  Robert R. Dubois ,  Jerry D. Strother

IPC: G01D5/347

CPC classification number: G01D5/34738 ,  G01D5/34746

Abstract: A precision displacement reference system is described, which enables real time accountability over the applied displacement feedback system to precision machine tools, positioning mechanisms, motion devices, and related operations. As independent measurements of tool location is taken by a displacement feedback system, a rotating reference disk compares feedback counts with performed motion. These measurements are compared to characterize and analyze real time mechanical and control performance during operation.

Abstract translation: 描述了精密位移参考系统，其实现了对应用的位移反馈系统对精密机床，定位机构，运动装置和相关操作的实时问责。 随着位移反馈系统采用刀具位置的独立测量，旋转参考盘将反馈计数与执行的运动进行比较。 比较这些测量值来表征和分析操作中的实时机械和控制性能。