Referensposition

Referensposition is a term used across disciplines to denote a defined standard pose or location that serves as a baseline for measurements, alignment, or orientation. The exact meaning varies by field, but it generally designates a fixed state from which deviations are measured or comparisons are made.

In robotics and automation, referensposition often corresponds to the home or reference pose of a device, defined within the robot’s coordinate frame. It provides a starting point for motion planning, calibration, and repetitive tasks, ensuring consistency between runs and different systems.

In biomechanics and ergonomics, referensposition can refer to a neutral or anatomically defined position used as the baseline for assessing range of motion, posture, or joint alignment. Measurements such as angles or displacements are typically reported relative to this reference pose.

In medical imaging and procedures, referensposition may indicate a standard patient orientation or the position of a device or instrument relative to the patient. Aligning to a referensposition helps ensure reproducibility of scans, treatments, or experimental setups.

In metrology and manufacturing, the referensposition describes the defined origin and orientation of a part or fixture. It serves as the reference frame for coordinate measurements, alignment during assembly, and quality control.

Documentation of a referensposition should specify the coordinate system, origin, axes directions, units, and any tolerances or limits. It may be defined by standards or project-specific conventions and should be traceable and repeatable to ensure consistent results.

See also: reference frame, zero position, home position, calibration.