// ROBOTICS AND SMART FACTORIES TERM
Dimension
A dimension refers to a measurable extent of something, such as length, width, or height, or a specific feature size on a part. In engineering, dimensions are critical for defining the size and shape of components.
TECHNICAL DEFINITION
In industrial engineering, a dimension is a quantifiable geometric characteristic (e.g., length, diameter, angle) specified on a technical drawing or CAD model, defining the size, form, and location of features on a manufactured part or assembly, crucial for manufacturing accuracy and interoperability.
BACKGROUND
Manufacturing is the creation or production of goods with the help of equipment, labor, machines, tools, and chemical or biological processing or formulation. It is the essence of the secondary sector of the economy. The term may refer to a range of human activity, from handicraft to high-tech, but it is most commonly applied to industrial design, in which raw materials from the primary sector are transformed into finished goods on a large scale. Such goods may be sold to other manufacturers for the production of other more complex products, or distributed via the tertiary sector to end users and consumers.
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- Measurement
- Size
- Extent
- Feature size
- Tolerance
USAGE NOTE
Proper dimensioning is essential for ensuring parts fit together correctly and meet functional requirements.
DEVELOPERS
Organizations developing technology related to Dimension.
A global leader in sensor, software, and autonomous solutions, Hexagon's Manufacturing Intelligence division provides a comprehensive portfolio of metrology and manufacturing solutions for dimensional control, quality inspection, and production optimization.
Renishaw is an engineering and scientific technology company known for its expertise in metrology, additive manufacturing, and healthcare. They develop highly accurate measurement systems, CMM probes, and precision technologies critical for dimensional integrity in manufacturing.
Part of the ZEISS Group, this division specializes in industrial metrology solutions, including coordinate measuring machines (CMMs), optical and multisensor systems, and metrology software for highly precise dimensional measurement and inspection in manufacturing.
FARO develops and markets computer-aided measurement and imaging devices and software. Their products, including portable CMMs, laser trackers, and 3D scanners, are used for high-precision 3D measurement, imaging, and comparison of dimensions in industrial applications.
Keyence is a leading supplier of industrial automation and inspection equipment, including high-precision laser measurement systems, vision systems, and digital microscopes used for accurate dimensional measurement, quality control, and process optimization in manufacturing.
Siemens provides a comprehensive portfolio of software for product lifecycle management (PLM), including CAD, CAM, and CAE tools like NX, which are fundamental for designing, simulating, and managing product dimensions throughout the manufacturing process.
Cognex designs, develops, manufactures, and markets machine vision products that are used for automated dimensional inspection, identification, and guidance in manufacturing processes, ensuring product quality and enabling automation.
Nikon Metrology offers a wide range of industrial metrology solutions, including CMMs, optical inspection systems, and X-ray/CT inspection, providing highly accurate dimensional measurement and quality control for complex parts and assemblies.