Measuring machine having a protective cover

A measuring machine comprising:

• a measuring device configured to measure parameters of a work piece, the measuring device comprising a base board, a controlling box, a supporting board, a light ring configured to illuminate the work piece, a camera module configured to obtain images of the work piece, a fixed board and a platform positioned on the fixed board;
• wherein the controlling box and the supporting board are positioned on the base board, the supporting board is positioned on the platform and movable relative to the platform;
• and
• a protective cover made of non-transparent material, the protective cover having an uncovered bottom, the bottom positioned on the base board and supported by the base board to cover the measuring device, a first side of the cover defining a cut-out and a first slot, a second side of the cover opposite to the first side defining a second slot corresponding in size and alignment with the first slot;
• wherein one side of the controlling box is exposed from the cut-out, two ends of the supporting board are positioned on the first and second slots and exposed from the first and second slots.