The Nikon Metrology Laser Radar solution provides automated, non-contact measurement capability for medium to large-volume applications of up to 50 meter radius. This next generation of metrology system precisely measures geometry without requiring photogrammetry targets, laser tracker spherically mounted retro-reflectors or probes. The LR measuring device is suited for complex, repetitive, hard-to-reach, delicate and labor-intensive inspection tasks in automotive, aerospace, renewable energy, high-end manufacturing and other industries with medium to large scale measurement applications.

Laser Radar implements a Spherical Measurement System returning Range, Azimuth and Elevation which is converted to cartesian coordinates relative to the Laser Radar. LR also returns the quality of each measurement which is important for data filtering. LR is unique in that it measures range using Frequency Swept Interfererometry (FSI), also known as Heterodyne Interferometry, which combined with Beam Focusing allows LR to operate without targets to a high accuracy..

LR offers repeatable fully automated measurements, its contact free measurement method also allows inspection of uncured carbon fiber and other delicate surfaces without risk of damage or distortion. The LR is not sensitive to lighting or temperature and can measure most surfaces including glass and can also measure through transparent materials.

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