Delcam Launches 64-bit PowerINSPECT Inspection Software

By DE Editors

Delcam has launched the first version of its PowerINSPECT inspection software for use on 64-bit computers.   The 2011 R2 version includes full integration of DRO (Digital Read-Out) functionality, support for the latest Renishaw probes, and allows automatic generation of probe paths from curves in CAD models.

The introduction of support for 64-bit computers will enable increased memory use on that hardware.   This will be of benefit for more memory-intensive applications where larger CAD files need to be manipulated, especially for very complex parts and multi-component assemblies.

Delcam touts two particular developments they say will make it easier to see results from PowerINSPECT.   Firstly, dimensions can now be displayed on the CAD view to give clearer reporting for distances between features.   Secondly, point cloud data can now be shaded. This is intended to give an immediate impression of the shape of the scan and show whether sufficient data has been collected.
 
The PowerINSPECT DRO enables users to view the XYZ coordinates of the measuring device and can be used as a tool for ‘marking out,’ or copying required coordinates onto a part. PowerINSPECT can now also accept data collected with Renishaw’s new PH20 probe.   This combination allows measurements to be made across all probe angles, rather than only the incremental angles offered previously.  

For more information, visit Delcam.

Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company’s website.