Project: Optical and tactile metrology for absolute form characterisation
Measurement of the full 3D form of optical curved surfaces is important for characterising surfaces used in the optics and precision engineering industries, as well as in astronomy and science. Currently, two types of measurements are used: imaging or single point scanning - both of which have advantages and disadvantages that limit manufacturing capability. The absolute form measurement of optical components - ranging from flat surfaces to aspheres and free form surfaces - was significantly improved by this project, through the development of improved measurement techniques, tools and standards. Tactile, optical and capacitive methods, marker production and mathematical methods were all further developed. The project strengthens Europe’s position in the global photonics market and will lead to better optical components and systems, which can be manufactured with less energy and waste.
| Acronym | IND10 Form (Reference Number: IND10) |
| Duration | 01/09/2011 - 31/08/2014 |
| Project Topic | Metrology |
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Project Results (after finalisation) |
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| Website | visit project website |
| Network | EMRP |
| Call | EMRP Call 2010 - Industry and Environment |
Project partner
| Number | Name | Role | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Physikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt | Coordinator | Germany |
| 2 | Cesky Metrologicky Institut | Partner | Czech Republic |
| 3 | Eidgenössisches Institut für Metrologie METAS | Partner | Switzerland |
| 4 | Laboratoire national de métrologie et d'essais | Partner | France |
| 5 | Magyar Kereskedelmi Engedelyezesi Hivatal | Partner | Hungary |
| 6 | Federale Overheidsdienst Economie, KMO, Middenstand en Energie | Partner | Belgium |
| 7 | VSL B.V. | Partner | Netherlands |
| 8 | Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft zur Foerderung der angewandten Forschung e.V. | Observer | Germany |
| 9 | IBS Precision Engineering bv | Observer | Netherlands |
| 10 | Nederlandse Organisatie voor Toegepast Natuurwetenschappelijk Onderzoek TNO | Observer | Netherlands |
| 11 | Technische Universitaet Ilmenau | Observer | Germany |
| 12 | XPRESS Precision Engineering B.V. | Observer | Netherlands |
| 13 | Universitaet Stuttgart | Germany | |
| 14 | XPRESS Precision Engineering B.V. | Netherlands |