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Method and apparatus for vehicle service system optical target

US7444752B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 27, 2006
Grant dateNov 4, 2008
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Expiry dateSep 27, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01B2210/30
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A machine vision vehicle wheel alignment system optical target assembly incorporating an adaptor for attachment of an optical target to a vehicle wheel assembly. The adaptor includes at least three contact points for abutment against surfaces of a vehicle wheel assembly, and an attachment mechanism configured to grip surfaces of a tire mounted to the wheel rim to hold the optical target assembly in contact with the wheel assembly surface. The optical target is secured to the adaptor, and maintained in a fixed relationship to the wheel assembly thereby during a vehicle wheel alignment measurement procedure.

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