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Linear Measurement in Modern Industry
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What is the primary factor that affects the measuring accuracy of line-graduated instruments?

  • The material used to make the instrument
  • The skill of the user
  • The original accuracy of the line graduations (correct)
  • The quality of the attachments

    • Why is it essential to compensate against wear in instruments that have a scale?

  • To increase the accuracy of measurements
  • To reduce the cost of the instrument
  • To improve the user's skill
  • To prevent the instrument from becoming a suspect (correct)

    • What is the main advantage of using attachments with linear measurement instruments?

  • They reduce the cost of the instrument
  • They increase the accuracy of measurements
  • They enhance the versatility of instruments (correct)
  • They simplify the operation of the instrument

    • Why is proper training essential for the user of linear measurement instruments?

    <p>To ensure accurate measurements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the fundamental principle that ensures accuracy and reliability of measurements in linear measurement instruments?

    <p>The principle of alignment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the advantage of dial versions of linear measurement instruments?

    <p>They add convenience to reading</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What contributes to accumulated error in linear measurement instruments?

    <p>The wear and tear of attachments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the ultimate factor that ensures accuracy in linear measurement instruments?

    <p>The skill of the user</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of thread measurement in manufacturing and engineering?

    <p>To ensure proper fit and function of threaded components</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the largest diameter of an external or internal thread?

    <p>Major Diameter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following thread fits requires force for assembly, leading to a tight fit?

    <p>Interference Fit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the international standard for thread tolerances?

    <p>ISO Metric Thread</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which gauging method measures the pitch diameter of the thread with high precision?

    <p>Thread Micrometers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it essential to measure threads in a controlled environment?

    <p>To avoid thermal expansion affecting accuracy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of regularly calibrating and inspecting measuring tools?

    <p>To maintain accuracy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of gauge must fit the thread during gauging?

    <p>Go Gauge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major advantage of electronic instruments over mechanical instruments?

    <p>Easier signal processing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is a micrometer more reliable than a vernier scale?

    <p>It has a lower least count</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a ratchet stop in a measuring instrument?

    <p>To limit the contact force applied on the job during measurements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major requirement of a comparator?

    <p>High degree of accuracy and precision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the advantage of comparison measurement over direct measurement?

    <p>It provides better accuracy and precision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of amplification in a comparator?

    <p>To amplify changes in the input value</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is resolution in the context of a comparator?

    <p>The least possible unit of measurement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it necessary to strike a compromise between amplification and the ability to sense small changes in the input signal in a comparator?

    <p>To achieve a balance between the two</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor that influences readability in comparators?

    <p>Size of graduations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of incorporating a provision to compensate for temperature effects in comparators?

    <p>To ensure accuracy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the classification of comparators based on the means used for comparison?

    <p>Mechanical and electrical</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary advantage of mechanical comparators?

    <p>Cost-effectiveness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of a dial indicator in metrology?

    <p>To compare workpieces against a master</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical least count of a dial indicator?

    <p>0.01 mm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the bezel clamp in a dial indicator?

    <p>To lock the dial after setting the scale to zero</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between continuous and balanced dials in a dial indicator?

    <p>Graduations marked both ways of zero</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of a comparator?

    <p>To measure the amount of deviation with respect to a standard</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main advantage of electrical comparators over mechanical comparators?

    <p>They are more convenient and have an instantaneous response</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does an electrical comparator achieve magnification?

    <p>Through a Wheatstone bridge circuit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the plunger in an electrical comparator?

    <p>To cause an imbalance in the circuit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the principle behind pneumatic comparators?

    <p>Changes in a calibrated flow respond to changes in the part feature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an advantage of pneumatic comparators over mechanical comparators?

    <p>Absence of metal-to-metal contact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the range of measurement possible with pneumatic comparators?

    <p>0.5 to 1000 mm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of amplification in comparators?

    <p>To detect small changes in the part feature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Linear Measurement Instruments

    • Designed to meet high demands of accuracy and precision, while being simple to operate and cost-effective
    • Important considerations for design:
      • Measuring accuracy depends on the original accuracy of line graduations
      • Instruments with scales require compensation against wear
      • Attachments can enhance versatility but also contribute to accumulated error
      • User skill is essential for accurate measurements
      • Principle of alignment: line of measurement and line of dimension being measured should be coincident
      • Electronic versions provide convenience, but basic principles must be adhered to
      • Readability is crucial, and instruments with better readability are more reliable
      • Digital instruments offer ease of signal processing and direct expression of readings in required form

    Comparators

    • Must provide high accuracy and precision, convenience, and withstand rough operating environments
    • Major requirements:
      • High accuracy and precision
      • Linear scale with a wide range
      • High amplification
      • Good resolution
      • Provision for temperature compensation
      • Versatility with attachments and flexible means
    • Classification of comparators:
      • Mechanical comparators
      • Mechanical-optical comparators
      • Electrical and electronic comparators
      • Pneumatic comparators
      • Other types (projection, multi-check)

    Mechanical Comparators

    • Provide simple and cost-effective solutions
    • Skills for fabrication and use can be learned relatively easily
    • Important comparators in metrology:
      • Dial Indicator: used to compare workpieces against a master, with interchangeable contact points and a scale that provides the required least count

    Electrical Comparators

    • Use electrical signals for measurement
    • Main elements:
      • Plunger (sensing element)
      • Armature
      • Coils
      • Output display device
    • Can achieve high magnification (up to 10^5:1)

    Pneumatic Comparators

    • Use air as a means of measurement
    • Basic principle: changes in calibrated flow respond to changes in part feature
    • Advantages:
      • Absence of metal-to-metal contact
      • Higher amplification
      • Low cost
    • Can be used for inspecting multiple dimensions of a part in a single setting

    Thread Measurement

    • Screw thread limits define the acceptable range of thread dimensions
    • Key parameters:
      • Major Diameter
      • Minor Diameter
      • Pitch Diameter
      • Lead
      • Pitch
    • Fit limits determine how tightly or loosely the threaded parts will fit together
    • Tolerance classes:
      • Unified Thread Standard (UTS)
      • ISO Metric Thread
    • Gauging methods:
      • Go/No-Go Gauges
      • Thread Micrometers
      • Optical Comparators
      • Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM)

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