Overview
Today's engineers are often required to measure displacement, thickness, and dimensions with micrometer resolution. At the same time, they may need to perform these measurements against fragile surfaces that cannot be touched. Non-contact optical measurement sensors can meet both demands, but users must know which sensor principle matches their specific measurement task.
This presentation examines three leading technologies: confocal, laser triangulation, and 2D/3D laser profile sensors. All offer precision, stability, and high measuring rates. Application examples, animations, and graphics will help attendees understand the strengths and limitations of each optical measurement principle, addressing the question: Which optical measurement sensor is best?
Key Takeaways
- Review metrology fundamentals and basics of optical measurement
- Understand the measurement principles, advantages, and limitations of confocal chromatic, laser triangulation, and 2D/3D laser profile scanners
- Discover the differences between these different sensor technologies
- Learn which innovative technologies - such as blue laser sensors - can be used for displacement, profile, 2D/3D dimension or thickness measurement
Speakers
Martin Dumberger is co-founder and managing director of Micro-Epsilon America. An expert in non-contact measuring technologies such as eddy current, capacitive, and optical sensors, Dumberger helps customers across all industries solve their challenging measurement tasks.
Senior Application Engineer & Technical Manager, Josh Jones, has over 10 years of experience in automation and measurement. His expertise is in solving complex non-contact measurement tasks. He has embraced the concept of mechatronic, the combination of mechanic, electronic and software. Additionally, Mr. Jones has become a leading expert for optical sensors which require a high level of integration. He possesses a Mechanical engineering degree from the University of Charlotte NC.