Laser-based dimensioning system
CA 2178265 C · Owner: Elwood, Michael K. · Inventors: Stringer, Bradley J.; Elwood, Michael K.
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A method and apparatus for measuring the dimensions and determining the three-dimensional, spatial volume of objects particularly small objects. Reflected laser light sensors are employed. A stationary measurement embodiment of the apparatus may be employed to measure regular cuboidal objects. A dynamic or in-motion, embodiment may be employed to measure the dimensions of cuboidal objects or a three-dimensional outline of objects of irregular configuration.
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- Filed June 5, 1996 and granted August 7, 2001. A Canadian patent filed from October 1, 1989 lasts 20 years from filing, so its term ended June 5, 2016.
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