Nikon Metrology’s Camio8 multi-sensor CMM software makes best practice the easy option

Camio8 provides intuitive software tools for both tactile and laser scanning applications. The program editor has an easy to follow, iconised view of the inspection program. Simply clicking on the CAD model initiates a measurement sequence. The software automatically applies the optimum measurement strategy based on the feature and sensor selected. For measuring complex surfaces, the system will automatically generate scan paths that result in fast and smooth laser scanning moves that closely follow the part surface. To support off-line program validation, the software provides full machine simulation and collision detection. Any potential collisions are highlighted and can be corrected before the first part is measured, saving valuable CMM downtime when proving-out new inspection programs. The probe commands of existing DMIS programs are easily converted into laser scanning commands when deploying laser scanning on a tactile-based CMM. Nikon Metrology points out that re-using existing part programs not only reduces the cost of implementing laser scanning, but also enables users to directly start inspections plans using laser scanning. Standard report templates facilitate instant reporting, while configuration tools provide the flexibility to create bespoke designs. Tabulations, graphical reports and form plots can now be combined in one report and shared using Microsoft and Adobe file formats. Both tactile and laser results can be integrated into a single report. The latest Camio Point Cloud Analysis module makes available a wide variety of inspection tools, including intelligent feature extraction with GD&T tolerancing, profile analysis and full part-to-CAD. The software is optimised for processing large point clouds, making it suitable for inspection of sheet metal panels or assembled car bodies.