CALYPSO——The total program for standard geometries and more
 
Ø    Many tasks – one tool
CALYPSO is designed for manual and CNC measurements, online and offline programming. CALYPSO is multisensor capable and supports all current sensors and measuring capabilities from Carl Zeiss. Via the I++ DME interface, CALYPSO allows you to control non-ZEISS measuring systems such as 3D measuring machines, articulated arm measuring machines, laser trackers and computer tomographs.
 
Ø    Collision-free – automatically
As soon as you define a part feature and the associated tolerances with a few clicks of the mouse, CALYPSO automatically generates an appropriate measuring strategy that can be modified and applied to other features at any time. CALYPSO quickly moves the stylus around the workpiece without collisions and approaches the part features correctly – you are free to deal with other tasks.
 
Ø    Dynamic mini-plan
CALYPSO’s hierarchical design and feature-oriented programming give you the flexibility to focus your measurement planning on the production process. For example, you can interrupt measuring runs to quickly measure another part. The interrupted measurement can be easily continued afterwards. More intelligent scanning with VAST Navigator CALYPSO supports VAST Navigator – the fifth generation of scanning from Carl Zeiss. Without unnecessary interruptions and with optimal approach and travel paths, VAST Navigator allows you to measure smoothly in one run. A tangential approach is standard. Fully integrated intelligence enables CALYPSO to determine the maximum scanning speed depending on the required accuracy.
 
Optional interfaces: IGES 2D/3D, VDA 2D/3D, STEP 3D, DXF 2D, PMI, and FTA can be directly processed.
Optional direct interfaces: ParaSolid, CATIA V4, CATIA V5, ProEngineer, UniGraphics, Inventor, Solid Works
 
CALYPSO options——Extension: Tools for Special Jobs
 
Ø    CALYPSO curve
Measure and calculate 2D and 3D curves. Inspection features: curve slope, cam throw, curve length, curve form, surface area, etc. Fields of application: crankshafts, cam shafts, turbine blades, powertrains.
 
Ø    CALYPSO freeform surfaces
Measurement of freeform surfaces. Deviations from plan are marked in color. Typical fields of application include medical technology, moldmaking and engine construction in which freeform surfaces have to be inspected along with standard geometries.
 
Ø    CALYPSO preset
Preset erosion electrodes and processing tools. Users are graphically guided through the manual measuring run. The most commonly used measurement plans are saved. CNC extensions are available for square and round basic geometries.
 
Ø    CALYPSO PCM
Menu-guided control of parameter-supported measuring runs. Workpiece variations can be efficiently measured using a measurement plan parameterized with CALYPSO PCM.
 
Ø    myCALYPSO
myCALYPSO turns your measuring machine into a flexible gage. Standard measuring tasks, such as the measurement of the interior diameter or height, are saved as macros and can be loaded with a few clicks of the mouse.
 
Ø    CALYPSO simulation
Virtual collision observation. The part, clamping equipment, stylus, probe, base plate, rotary table, measuring range, or the entire measuring machine, are simulated in the CAD window. In conjunction with CALYPSO planner, measuring runs can be generated and simulated remotely.
 
Ø    CALYPSO/qs-STAT export
Export measuring results in the Q-DAS format for analysis in the qs-STAT statistics program. CALYPSO qs-STAT export converts the CALYPSO result files from a CNC measuring run into Q-DAS description and value files. With qs-STAT, you can then statistically evaluate production processes, for example.
 
Ø    CALYPSO planner
The offline version of CALYPSO. Use CALYPSO planner to write measuring programs offline. Your measuring machine is not blocked by CALYPSO planner and can continue being used for additional measurements. CALYPSO planner saves the finished measuring program. Furthermore, it can be loaded and run at any time with CALYPSO. In conjunction with CALYPSO simulation, measuring runs can be generated and simulated remotely.
 
Ø    FACS automation
FACS (Flexible Automation and Control System) is used to integrate the measurement cells into CIM automation environments. FACS establishes the connection between the measuring cell and the process control computer. This allows you to initiate measuring runs from a customer-specific user interface.

VAST XXT——Scanning done differently

Ø    VAST XXT——Scanning done differently
There are a large number of measuring applications that can benefit from the flexibility of an articulating probe holder combined with scanning capability. VAST XXT is ideal for such tasks.
Compared to touch-trigger sensors, VAST XXT increases the operational safety and accuracy of the measurements. It also adds scanning functionality, thus providing information on the form of the features.
The compact design of lightweight scanning sensors on the articulating probe holder requires different sensor modules. With only three modules, VAST XXT covers the typical stylus length ranges for this sensor design. This sensor accommodates lateral styli up to 65 millimeters. It is also suitable for fixed installation.

Ensuring that a Propeller Keeps a Heart Beating
——O-INSPECT measures minipropeller to be used inside aorta
 
A mini propeller for the aorta will support weak hearts in patients suffering from cardiac insufficiency. German medical technology company, CardioBridge, is working on the market launch of the tiny pump. A multisensor measuring machine from Carl Zeiss is accompanying the development and ensuring the quality of all components.
 
The challenge: 50 exact single parts
In almost 10 percent of heart attack patients, there is a risk of cardiac shock: the blood no longer circulates properly and can lead to organ failure. The solution for many patients in the future could lie in the Reitan catheter pump. "This pump helps the heart regenerate and supports circulation at the same time," explains Klaus Epple, Research and Development Manager at CardioBridge GmbH.
When folded, the device has a diameter of only around three millimeters, unfolded 15. It is implanted in the aorta via the femoral artery in the upper leg. Once in place, the propeller unfolds and pumps blood with a speed of 13,000 rpm. For everything to work properly, the device must not deviate by more than 15 micrometers from the ideal dimensions. Furthermore, the 50 different parts that go into the pump must be produced with exact precision and interact with each other seamlessly. The company receives the parts – primarily cast, turned and milled parts just a few micrometers in size – from different suppliers. This made reliable incoming inspection that much more vital: "We can only assess the results of our developments if we know the accuracy of our components," explains Epple.
 
Solution: O-INSPECT multisensor measuring machine
CardioBridge purchased an O-INSPECT multisensor measuring machine from Carl Zeiss to ensure that all the parts of the pump comply with the specifications. Measuring technicians use O-INSPECT to measure each component – with the optical or contact sensor depending on the size, geometry and surface finish.
 
Benefit: precise, flexible, user-friendly
"Thanks to the two sensors on O-INSPECT, we can precisely measure all of the different parts," says the satisfied head of development. The user-friendliness of O-INSPECT is also vital to ensuring that the measuring results are available shortly after a part is received. As a result, the reliable and practical measuring machine is playing a big role in bringing the pump to market in the near future – and ensuring that patients' hearts keep beating.
 
About the company
Headquartered in Hechingen, Germany, medical technology company CardioBridge has been working on the development of the Reitan catheter pump since 2006. The invention of Swedish cardiologist Dr. Reitan Oyvind supports the heart and circulation of patients suffering from cardiac insufficiency, thus preventing cardiac shock and organ damage. The tiny pump has already been used in clinical studies to stabilize more than 25 patients in Sweden and the UK.