Wheel measurement systems and methods
US7478570B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 28, 2006 |
| Grant date | Jan 20, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 28, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01B5/06
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An improved maintenance, inspection, and/or measurement solution is provided. An embodiment of the invention includes a handheld measurement device for measuring an object, such as a railway wheel on a train. The handheld measurement device can comprise a single unit to provide one handed operation and can include various features, such as onboard evaluation, a graphical user interface, and/or a self-health monitor. Additionally, aspects of the invention provide an inspection environment that incorporates preliminary measurement data, wireless communications, and/or historical data into the measurement and evaluation process.
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