Coordinate measuring machine (CMM) manufacturer LK Metrology has now introduced the latest release of its CAMIO 2021 programming and measurement software. The latest version includes a module that automates the inspection of spur and helical involute gears.
CAMIO GEARS makes it possible to begin measuring the specific geometry of gears by utilising CAMIO software to generate straightforward inspection programs, advanced gear reports and automated probe calibration routines. For each gear type, the software has a set of definitions, evaluation algorithms and reporting graphics conveniently packaged in one add-on module, making it easy for users to bring a new capability to their existing CMM. The module supports alignment of the gear axis during measurement using any of the three CMM axes and traditional touch trigger probes.
Several other improvements have been incorporated into CAMIO 2021 R3. Smart 3-2-1 datum alignment is new functionality that selects the datum axis and origin constraints. Explorer Tree Datum Definition allows datum features to be defined more efficiently from the feature explorer, with the option of specifying the datum label. Report Table Feature Order provides new options for controlling the order in which features are reported in graphical tables, either alphabetically, by program output or in a user-defined order.
Teach-path coordinates and directions may now be defined using the CAD model. The GD&T (geometric dimensioning and tolerancing) reporting algorithm has been further enhanced to be independent of the standard used. Finally, there is new capability for retrieving points from a feature measured using a tactile probe, complementing existing functionality for retrieving data from a point cloud.
For CAD users, exchange file versions are compatible with the latest release of Spatial’s InterOp, as was the case in the previous iteration of CAMIO. The software is an industry-leader in CAD data translation that enables users to import, interact and export 3D data across CMM platforms.
CAMIO 2021 R3 encourages novice as well as experienced users to drive the inspection process from the CAD model, either online or offline, although teach-and-learn using the CMM handbox is available. An advanced user interface makes part alignment and dimensional tolerancing fast and intuitive.
