DESC:FIELD OF INVENTION:
[001] The present invention relates to the three point measuring device. More specifically, the present invention relates to the device for measuring the frame space or surface distortion between two consecutive frames of the pressure hull of the submarine.

BACKGROUND AND PRIOR ART:
[002] The structure of the pressure hull is supported by the ring-shaped stiffening frames. The ring-stiffened hulls have better structural performances and are widely used in underwater vehicles and submarines. The ring-shaped stiffening frame consists of the T-shaped section that is usually located inside the pressure hull.

[003] The T-Shaped stiffening members are welded to the inner wall of the pressure hull of the submarine. The space between two consecutive frames, which separates them from one another by a predetermined distance, is referred to as the frame space. The surface distortion is caused by the welding process at the frame space. Even after taking all necessary precautions, welding distortions cannot be fully eliminated.

[004] There are a few different methods that have been used in the past to measure the frame space between the frames of a submarine's pressure hull such as visual inspection or ultrasonic testing method. The visual Inspection method involves physically inspecting the frame space using a measuring tool such as a ruler or caliper. It is a simple method, but it can be time-consuming and may not be suitable for measuring frame spaces in hard-to-reach areas. This method required taking four different readings and then their average has to be calculated. After putting the scale horizontally along the hull surface, the distorted places can be seen as gaps between the two mating surfaces. The same is measured by putting a feeler gauge as a measuring tool of different thicknesses. The ultrasonic testing method uses high-frequency sound waves to measure the distance between the frames. It is a non-destructive method that can provide accurate measurements, but it can be expensive and requires specialized equipment.

[005] Hence, there is a need for a measuring device to resolve the above-mentioned problem and facilitate a more precise measurement of the frame space distortion.

OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION:

[006] The principal object of the present invention is to provide a measuring device for measuring the frame space distortion between two consecutive frames of the pressure hull of the submarine.

[007] Another object of the present invention is to provide a measuring device for the measurement of the gap between any two long surfaces and any distorted plates.

[008] Another object of the present invention is to provide a measuring device that takes less time to measure pressure hull distortion over the frame space as the distortion can be measured directly by taking a single reading.

[009] Another object of the present invention is to achieve variable accuracy by using the vernier caliper with various least count.

[010] Yet another object of the present invention is to provide a measuring device that can be modified as per the requirement during the measurement.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION:
[011] Accordingly, the present invention provides a three point measuring device, wherein the measuring device includes the vernier caliper attached to the supporting pipe through the tightening clamp. The circular clamps are connected to the supporting pipe. A measuring device measures the distortion of the surface at three points, which consist of two circular clamps and a depth measuring tip of a vernier caliper.

[012] In an aspect of the present invention, the three point measuring device 10 for measuring the space distortion comprising a vernier caliper equipped with a measuring scale and a depth measuring tip, the said vernier caliper is configured to provide precise length and depth measurements,a supporting pipe connected to the vernier caliper through a tightening clamp, a first circular clamp and a second circular clamp are affixed to the supporting pipe at equal distances from the vernier caliper.

[013] In an aspect of the present invention, the three point measuring device is configured to measure space distortion at three points defined by the first circular clamp, the second circular clamp and the depth measuring tip.

[014] In an aspect of the present invention, the first circular clamp and the second circular clamp are attached to the supporting pipe and serve as fixed reference points for surface distortion measurement.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS:
[015] The invention has other advantages and features which will be more readily apparent from the following detailed description of the invention and the appended claims, when taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which:
Figure 1 illustrates the perspective view of the three point measuring device of the Present Invention.
Figure 2 illustrates the three point measuring device of the Present Invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION:
[016] The invention is described herein in detail with the help of figures appended at the end of the specification. The figures illustrate the preferred embodiment as well as other embodiments that define the scope of the present invention. However, it may be understood that the figures presented herein are intended to exemplify the scope of the invention only. The person skilled in art may note that by no means the figures limit the scope of the invention. Any variation in the drawings by any other person will be falling in the scope of the present invention.

[017] Throughout the specification and claims, the following terms take the meanings explicitly associated herein unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. The meaning of "a", "an", and "the" include plural references. The meaning of "in" includes "in" and "on." Referring to the drawings, like numbers indicate like parts throughout the views. Additionally, a reference to the singular includes a reference to the plural unless otherwise stated or inconsistent with the disclosure herein.

[018] The present invention discloses a measuring device for measuring frame space or surface distortion between two consecutive frames. The measuring tool makes it possible to accurately measure the maximum distortion throughout a lengthy job in a single evaluation.

[019] Figure 1 depicts the perspective view of the three point measuring device 10. The three point measuring device 10 is used for measuring the frame space distortion. The measuring device 10 of the present disclosure consists of the vernier caliper 1 attached to supporting pipe 2 through the tightening clamp 3. The first circular clamp 4A, and the second circular clamp 4B are connected to supporting pipe 2. A measuring device 10 measures the distortion of the surface at three points, which consist of the first circular clamp 4A, the second circular clamp 4B, and a depth measuring tip 1B of a vernier caliper 1.

[020] As illustrated in Figure 2, the core components of the measuring device 10 are the vernier caliper 1 and the supporting pipe 2 connected through the tightening clamp 3. The vernier caliper 1 plays a crucial role in accurate measurements, and its attachment to the supporting pipe 2 via the tightening clamp 3 ensures stability during the measuring process. This device 10 features a three-point measurement system that includes the first circular clamp 4A, the second circular clamp 4B, and a depth measuring tip 1B on the vernier caliper 1. These three points collectively contribute to measuring the distortion of the surface or space between two consecutive frames

[021] In an embodiment of the present invention, the vernier caliper 1 comprises a measuring scale 1A and a depth measuring tip 1B for length and depth measurments.

[022] In an embodiment of the present invention, the vernier caliper 1 of various least counts can be attached to the supporting pipe 2 for varied precision.

[023] In an embodiment of the present invention, the measuring device 10 is designed to assess the distortion of a surface at three specific points. These points are precisely defined by the locations of the two circular clamps 4A, 4B and the depth measuring tip 5 of the vernier caliper 1.

[024] Although a particular exemplary embodiment of the invention has been disclosed in detail for illustrative purposes, it will be recognized by those skilled in the art that variations or modifications of the disclosed invention, including the rearrangement in the configurations of the parts, changes in steps and their sequences may be possible. Accordingly, the invention is intended to embrace all such alternatives, modifications, and variations as may fall within the spirit and scope of the present invention.

[025] The foregoing descriptions of specific embodiments of the present invention have been presented for purposes of illustration and description. They are not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the invention to the precise forms disclosed, and obviously many modifications and variations are possible in light of the above teaching.

ADVANTAGES OF THE INVENTION:
[026] The present invention provides a three point measuring device that offers more precise and accurate measurements.

[027] The present invention provides a three point measuring device that measures frame space distortion more quickly.

[028] The present invention provides a three point measuring device that is designed to measure surface distortion at three specific points with a single reading.

[029] The present invention provides a three point measuring device that offers variable accuracy by utilizing vernier calipers with a range of least counts.
,CLAIMS:1. A three point measuring device 10 for measuring the space distortion, comprising:
a vernier caliper 1 equipped with a measuring scale 1A and a depth measuring tip 1B, the said vernier caliper 1 configured to provide precise length and depth measurements;
a supporting pipe 2 connected to the vernier caliper 1 through a tightening clamp 3;
a first circular clamp 4A and a second circular clamp 4B affixed to the supporting pipe 2 at equal distances from the vernier caliper 1.

2. The three point measuring device 10 as claimed in claim 1, wherein the said three point measuring device 10 is configured to measure space distortion at three points defined by the first circular clamp 4A, the second circular clamp 4B and the depth measuring tip 1B.

3. The three point measuring device 10 as claimed in claim 1, wherein the first circular clamp 4A and the second circular clamp 4B are attached to the supporting pipe 2 and serve as fixed reference points for surface distortion measurement.