spherometer

[sfi-rom-i-ter]

noun

1. an instrument for measuring the curvature of spheres and curved surfaces.

spherometer

/ sfɪəˈrɒmɪtə /

noun

1. an instrument for measuring the curvature of a surface

Word History and Origins

Origin of spherometer¹

1820–30; < French sphéromètre; sphero-, -meter

Example Sentences

The process of fine grinding is continually checked by the spherometer, and the art consists in knowing how to move the grinding tool so as to make the lens surface more or less curved.

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Here is a very fine spherometer that Dr. Hastings works with from time to time, and which he calls his standard spherometer.

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Before the grade of emery is changed all three surfaces must agree, as nearly, at least, as the spherometer will show.

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A check by spherometer will be applied at intervals according to the judgment of the operator, but, in any case, the fellow tool and lens should be kept at very nearly the same figure.

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The rough grinding is checked by the spherometer, and is interrupted when that instrument gives accordant and correct measurements all over the surface.

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