Open AccessGeometry measurement and tool surface evaluation using a focus-variation microscope
Author(s) -
Dariusz Brzozowski,
Michał Wieczorowski,
Bartosz Gapiński
Publication year - 2017
Publication title -
mechanik
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 0025-6552
DOI - 10.17814/mechanik.2017.11.167
Subject(s) - microscope , enhanced data rates for gsm evolution , focus (optics) , repeatability , surface roughness , surface finish , traceability , materials science , microscopy , surface (topology) , optics , computer science , geometry , computer vision , mathematics , physics , composite material , statistics , software engineering
Possibility of measuring the geometrical features of cutting tools and surface roughness by means of a focus-variation microscope is presented. This technology supports manufacturers in the development of new products and in the quality control of cutting edges and geometry. All measurements, regardless of the application site, are characterized by high resolution, repeatability and traceability. Furthermore, focus-variation microscopy allows measurement of surface irregularities and edge chipping, giving a wide range of possibilities for numerical analysis of edge quality. The technology also provides the stability of measurement results obtained even under production conditions.