CMM with modular functionality
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1. A coordinate measuring device configured to measure and output one or more geometric positions on an object by at least one of contacting a point on the object or positioning the coordinate measuring device so as to view a point on the object, the coordinate measuring device comprising:
- a single docking portion configured to form a connection with a modular feature pack that can provide at least two additional and distinct features or functionalities to the coordinate measuring device,wherein the coordinate measuring device is configured to measure and output the one or more geometric positions with or without a modular feature pack attached.
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Abstract
An articulated arm CMM system comprises an articulated arm comprising a plurality of articulated arm members, a measuring probe at a distal end, and a base at a proximal end, the base comprising a docking portion. The articulated arm CMM system also includes a plurality of feature packs configured to electronically connect to the articulated arm via the docking portions and provide additional electronic functionality.
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1. A coordinate measuring device configured to measure and output one or more geometric positions on an object by at least one of contacting a point on the object or positioning the coordinate measuring device so as to view a point on the object, the coordinate measuring device comprising:
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a single docking portion configured to form a connection with a modular feature pack that can provide at least two additional and distinct features or functionalities to the coordinate measuring device, wherein the coordinate measuring device is configured to measure and output the one or more geometric positions with or without a modular feature pack attached. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12)
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13. A coordinate measuring device system comprising:
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a coordinate measuring device configured to measure and output one or more geometric positions on an object by at least one of contacting a point on the object or positioning the coordinate measuring device so as to view a point on the object, the coordinate measuring device comprising a docking portion; and two or more feature packs configured to electronically connect to the coordinate measuring device via the same docking portion and wherein a first feature pack provides a first additional electronic feature or functionality to the coordinate measuring device and a second feature pack provides a second additional electronic feature or functionality distinct from the first additional electronic functionality to the coordinate measuring device. - View Dependent Claims (14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20)
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21. A feature pack for a coordinate measuring device system comprising a modular design with a shape substantially matching the shape of a docking portion of the coordinate measuring device system such that the feature pack does not substantially increase the size of the coordinate measuring device system, the feature pack further comprising:
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at least one electronic device configured to provide at least one additional feature or functionality to the coordinate measuring device system, wherein the feature pack is not necessary for the coordinate measuring device system to be operated to measure and output a measured position. - View Dependent Claims (22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28)
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