Model-Based Simulation System for Planning Numerical Controlled Multi-Axis 3D Surface Scanning Machine

Abstract

This research proposes a model-based planning system for planning multi-axis 3D surface scanning machine. Firstly we describe a simulation system for performing collision avoidance, occlusion detection, and evaluating the measured portions of the surface. Then based on this simulation system, as our initial trial, we propose a simple path planning method to increase surface coverage and reduce measuring time by iterations. This research aims at measurement of complicated automotive parts, such as sheet metal parts and press dies. The implementation result shows the efficiency and automation of our approach.