The previous article introduced the digital projector. When more precise measurement data is required, a Video Measuring Machine is needed.
Its working principle is roughly as follows: the lens images the workpiece onto a CCD/CMOS, and the software extracts edges and fits lines and circles; displacement in the X and Y directions is counted by a linear scale, and the two are combined to calculate the actual dimensions—that is, optical imaging + image processing + grating displacement measurement, with no visual alignment required throughout the process (for relevant standards, see GB/T 24762-2009 "Geometrical product specifications (GPS)—Acceptance and reverification tests for video measuring machines").
For irregular or uneven products, a projector often cannot measure them, and this is when a Video Measuring Machine is needed to capture data. With the support of the "chip," the crystallization of human wisdom, the determination of circle centers and the measurement of data for irregular products are extremely precise, reaching the micron level, and data of 0.001mm can be read out, which also makes it more accurate in data capture than a digital projector.
Here is an example from a factory measurement: taking the distance from the circle center to the edge to be measured, such as a hinge, after standardized placement, three points are used to determine the circle center, and then a horizontal line is drawn on the edge to be measured; through the supporting program on the computer, the distance from the circle center to the edge to be measured can be determined, for example the "hinge position."

However, in the eyewear industry, a single device is absolutely not enough; to ensure product quality and strictly control data, multiple machines need to work in coordination, and measurement is no exception. Out of the need to control shape and drawing data, a Video Measuring Machine and a digital projector must be combined to safeguard product quality. In the next article, I will discuss how the two machines work together. If there are any errors in this article, corrections are welcome; if you would like to learn more or add something, you are also welcome to contact us.
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