Geometric Inspection

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To measure components in PowerInspect, we build a list of the features and items that are needed to carry out the inspection process in the sequence tree.

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In this tutorial, we will create some geometric features for inspection.

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In the top level of the sequence tree, we can add groups that will contain our inspection items.

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For this example, we'll create a geometric group, set some initial settings, and give it a descriptive name.

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PowerInspect will now automatically open the group, allowing us to add items.

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Two-dimensional features need to be referenced to a plane.

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So, let's create a reference plane by using the Wireframe Checker.

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The Wireframe Checker has different picking modes and as a plane is a surface, we'll make sure the picking mode is set to surface.

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To do this, just right click in the CAD screen, select the plane you wish to inspect, and for automated inspection, double click on the CAD model to position the probing points.

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Let's give it a descriptive name, then commit.

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Let's now measure a hole.

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We'll use the Wireframe Checker again, but in wireframe picking mode.

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Before accepting, have a look in the Geometry Explorer to view the nominal data extracted from the CAD.

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Being a 2D feature, we must ensure we select a reference plane.

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In our case, this will be the top plane we created previously.

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As we're in wireframe picking mode, moving the mouse over any 2D feature allows us to select the highlighted feature.

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Now we have created these circles and we can use them as a reference to create a line and save time by using the same feature twice.

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Choose the two circle references and ensure we are using the nominals from the CAD as we haven't measured the part yet.

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If we don't have CAD or the CAD is incorrect, we can generate features manually.

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Select the feature type from the Geometry tab to create the feature rather than picking from CAD.

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Then enter the nominal data.

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If the orientation is incorrect, you will need to adjust the vector in the Modify Item dialog.

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To summarize, we have looked at groups and their place within the sequence tree.

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The creation of various features both probed and constructed.

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Now try to expand on this with your own inspection sessions.