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Static verification (e.g., touch-probe systems) can miss true dynamic tool-center-point (TCP) errors that appears under synchronised 5-axis motion. The Rotary Inspector performs ISO 10791-6-based dynamic measurements in <1 minute and delivers Q/P KPIs as a digital quality report, enabling rapid correction and audit-ready proof.
Aerospace and Defence components demand extreme precision. On critical features, tolerances often fall within ±1 to 10 microns. Elsewhere, blade geometries are typically specified at ±0.1 mm. Errors at either end of this range can cause yield loss, rework or performance issues. Traditional verification methods like touch probes often miss dynamic errors that only appear during synchronized 5-axis motion.
The Rotary Inspector solves this. Powered by ISO 10791-6 dynamic testing, it measures true tool-center-point (TCP) behavior during real motion, in less than 60 seconds. You get instant KPIs that separate geometric from dynamic errors, delivered in a digital quality report.
Early error detection: identifies and corrects dynamic Tool Centre Point (TCP) errors before any cutting occurs, safeguarding critical ±1 – 10 µm features from drift or controller deviations
Higher first-pass yield: reduces rework and scrap by ensuring accuracy and consistency in machining costly materials such as titanium and nickel alloys
Fast ISO-based verification: sub-1-minute checks can be run during production with minimal downtime, or immediately after setup or a crash
Full automation: masterball integration on a pallet and probe in the toolchain allow 100% automated measurement
Audit-ready reporting: delivers traceable digital quality reports with geometric and dynamic values, supporting AS9100 and ISO 10791-6 compliance
Frequent, practical checks: fast cycles let operators verify machines often without stopping production, transforming quality from a bottleneck into a real-time asset
In practice, Aerospace and Defence manufacturers use the Rotary Inspector to protect profitability in several ways:
Prevent scrap by verifying that the machine is cutting correctly before any material is touched
Improve first-pass yield by reducing variation in form and surface finish across batches
Support compliance with quality systems such as AS9100 and ISO 10791-6 through traceable, digital inspection reports
Reduce dependency on scarce metrology expertise, since operators can run the tests themselves with confidence that the machine is in control
For many facilities, a single saved batch of turbine blades or an avoided customer complaint already covers the cost of the system.
“For calibration of our machine tools we have been working with the Rotary Inspector and Spindle Check tools from IBS for two years now. Today, the complex geometry of workpieces requires a 6-axis grinding machine and for this we needed a 6-axis calibration procedure, to ensure 25-micron accuracy over the full working range of a machine. Employing the IBS Rotary Inspector we can manufacture products with consistently high quality and precision on all of these machines.”
Matthias Scherm, Plant Services-Engineering
MTU Aero Engines, Munich
