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Having just designed a new automated, robot-tended cell for producing studs for automotive ball joints, Federal-Mogul quickly realized the need for an equally impressive gauging solution.
Federal-Mogul approached Autonetics about a turn-key inspection system after several other vendors failed to provide a working solution.
Autonetics met with Federal-Mogul engineers, collected project requirements, obtained sample parts, and delivered a completed gauge beating quoted lead times. The gauge was delivered in the Summer of 2014 and is still use today.
Ball Sphericity
Ball Diameter
Neck Diameter
Taper
Taper True Position
Undercut Diameter
Distance: Sphere to Top of Part
Thread Major OD
Thread Minor OD
Pitch Diameter
Thread True Position
The design and build of this gauge presented many challenges. Optical micrometers were the best choice of sensor technology, but the physical size of the sensor enclosures prevented measurement at the “neck” of the part — the diameter was too small.
To overcome this challenge, Autonetics implemented a system of prisms designed to bend the LED light source 90°. This configuration allowed the sensors to be mounted in such a way that would cover the smallest and largest portions of the part – avoiding the need for multiple part configurations.
Autonetics’ metrology team are pioneers in factory floor metrology. Each gauge is hand-crafted to provide consistent, reliable results. Through the clever use of modern-day technology, experienced design engineers, and dedicated leadership, Autonetics delivers affordable gauging solutions for the automotive industry.
Mobile Precision Inspection Technology
Category
InspectionPurpose
Ball Joint InspectionClient
Federal-Mogul CorporationIndustry
AutomotiveLocation
Boaz, ALGauge R&R
< 10%Cycle Time
20 sec.