Precision Metrology Inspection Gages
System 1: Automated Camshaft Precision Metrology Machine
Role: Mechanical Design Lead (Structural Architecture, Motion Systems, Precision Spindle & Sensor Mounting)
Technical Highlights:
Sub-Micron Radial Precision: Implemented high-resolution optical and displacement sensors on vibration-isolated granite bases to achieve sub-micron radial accuracy and angular repeatability during high-speed shaft inspection.
Synchronized Multi-Axis Motion: Developed direct-drive rotary axes and precision mechanical slides to deliver smooth, high-bandwidth tracking of complex cylindrical geometries.
Video Caption: Representative high-precision automotive shaft inspection gauge.
System 2: Heavy-Duty Shaft & Cylinder Inspection System
Role: Lead Application & Tooling Designer (Custom Tooling Architecture, Sourcing & DFM Execution for Series Production)
Technical Highlights:
High-Capacity Heavy-Payload Architecture: Developed custom application tooling and structural interfaces for heavy-duty headstocks, tailstocks, and synchronized multi-axis servo drives handling large diesel crankshafts.
Rapid Comprehensive Feature Profiling: Designed high-rigidity mechanical fixture mounts to execute simultaneous multi-point measurement of roundness, runout, taper, and lobe index angles in a single cycle.
Video Caption: Representative automotive component dimensional gauging cell.
System 3: Standardized Modular Control Electronics & Cabinet Architecture
Role: Lead Systems Standardization & Controls Architect (Control Enclosure Redesign, Internal Layouts, Vendor Spec Development)
Technical Highlights:
System Standardization: Redesigned machine control architectures and internal enclosure layouts from custom one-offs into a standardized, modular design platform.
Scalable Turnkey Manufacturing: Standardized documentation and white-label component specifications to enable 100% outsourced manufacturing by third-party panel shops, eliminating internal production bottlenecks.
Video Caption: Representative modular control cabinet and precision gauge interface.
DISCLAIMER: The precision inspection equipment and media displayed on this page highlight high-accuracy metrology architectures, custom gauging applications, and standardized control systems worked on by Ryan Hobson prior to founding Walnut Automation LLC. All company names, trademarks, and video assets are the property of Adcole LLC (or their respective rights holders). Reference to these machines is provided exclusively to demonstrate technical experience in multi-axis motion control, precision gauging, and industrial panel architecture.