Machine volume and probe representation The graphic area displays the machine configuration. The probe is represented, by size and direction, in the actual position within the machine volume. Probe movement is updated in real time. The safety positions could be graphically set during programming, using a handle. Representation of the measured geometrical elements Every measured feature is shown in the graphic area and made available for geometrical constructions or for the graphical representation of their associated form error. Graphic GOTO On motorised machines it is possible to create the probe positions from the graphic environment. A graphic handle allows the probe to be placed in a new position that will be reached by the machine. The movement at specific given co-ordinates can be easily set through an interactive menu that allows to choose among absolute, relative or along the probe axes. The handle can lock the axes and make easier the definition of a new position. Representation of form errors The geometrical elements can be monitored while programming, bad points can be graphically excluded from the calculation in order to realize a better inspection. Once the measuring is finished, the data points of the feature can be analysed, and a graphical printing of the form deviation and all the metrological information is possible. An amplification factor makes graphically more evident any distortion. A quick printout of the form error report provides all these data on paper. Reference system preview During the creation of the reference systems it is possible to preview them. At each request the representation of the new reference will flash on the screen. The operator can therefore view the reference in advance and make any necessary corrections. Inspection path programming On motorised machines it is possible to pre-define measuring paths (strategies) on geometrical elements. It is possible to create the DATUM REFERENCE FRAME for every tolerance with the corresponding modifiers of maximum and minimum material. The tolerance can be sent to the program or previewed for quick part analysis. The operator can choose among several possible strategies to decide the best distribution of points. Once the path has been accepted, the machine will run the measurement automatically.

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