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Area of Science:

  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Metrology
  • Manufacturing Technology

Background:

  • Gears are critical power-transmission components requiring efficient in situ inspection.
  • Traditional contact inspection methods are time-consuming and risk damaging gear surfaces.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To establish a rapid, non-contact detection mechanism and model for gear inspection.
  • To enable real-time monitoring of gear manufacturing processes for improved efficiency and quality.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a rapid, non-contact detection mechanism utilizing a chromatic confocal sensor (CHCS).
  • Implementation of a complete inspection system in a prototype for real-time measurement and monitoring.
  • Comparison of inspection results with a standard involute spur gear tooth profile model.

Main Results:

  • The CHCS achieved high-speed, non-contact measurement with 1 μm accuracy.
  • Interquartile range for qualified gears under test (GUTs) was within 2.5 μm.
  • Beard line value was within 10 μm, demonstrating system efficacy.

Conclusions:

  • The developed CHCS-based system offers a viable solution for high-accuracy, non-contact gear inspection.
  • Real-time monitoring capabilities enhance production efficiency and ensure product quality.
  • The method allows for inspection without moving the gear, facilitating subsequent finishing processes.