Co-ordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs)
 Co-ordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs)
have evolved from origins founded in simple layout
machines and manually operated systems, to highly
accurate, automated inspection centres. A major factor in this evolution has been the touch trigger and other forms of inspection probes, and subsequent innovations, such as the motorised probe head and automatic probe exchange system for unmanned flexible inspection.
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It all started with Rolls-Royce
engines for the Anglo-French Concorde when a unique
solution was required for accurate pipe measurement. The
result was the first touch trigger probe: a 3-D sensor
capable of rapid, accurate inspection with low trigger
force. From this unique starting point, Renishaw has
established a range of precision probes and accessories
for CMMs unequalled around the world
