SA's TransTrack Dynamic 6D Control

Introduction

Trans-Track extends SA's metrology integration to support dynamic 6D tracking of assembly components with multiple online measurement instrument technologies. Often in assembly applications, it is necessary to track the position and orientation (i.e., transformation) of one object relative to another in real-time. Trans-Track monitors a network of measurement systems inputs against nominal references and uses the delta to guide an assembly process or verify that a final assembly configuration meets the required tolerances. The assembly process is shown in real-time within SA's graphical environment.

Individual point(s) relationships (or geometries) on the moving object are continuously evaluated relative to other non-moving objects so that individual sub-component assembly may be controlled. This is particularly useful for aligning bolt holes, pipe interfaces, and other mating components.

Overview

• Ease of use – just locate Instruments and Go!
• Automatic Beam Recovery
• Path Prediction Algorithm
• Measurement Technologies
  • Non-ADM Trackers
  • ADM
  • Laser Radar, e.g., MV-200
  • Local GPS Systems, e.g., Arcsecond
• Keeps System Costs Down

Real Time 6D Relationship Analysis and Control

• Frame to Frame
• Points to Surfaces
• Object to Objects…
• Points to Objects, i.e., Planes, Lines, Curves …
• and many more

Dynamic 6D Control with SA’s TransTrack

• Unified User Interface
• Displays System ‘Health’ (Real Time)
• Geometric variance detection
• Inter-Point Distance Deviations
• Monitors Temporal Sampling Delay

TransTrack – Applications

• 6D Machine Control
• Assembly Automation
• Open Architecture
• Multi-Instrument Interfaces
• Measurement Synchronization
• Revolving Target Fields
• >3 trackers, Arcsecond Local GPS System
• Multi-Lateration Interface