Inspired by data sent from NASA robots on Mars, Dr. Ronald Peterson, professor of geology at Queen’s University in Kingston, Canada, has observed a new mineral species on Earth, and predicts that it also exists on Mars. Integral to Peterson’s work was an X-ray diffractometer, which provided the necessary speed and flexibility for such sensitive analysis.

Little Lessons From the Big Boys

April 28, 2008

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Once a product leaves the assembly line, even the tiniest quality problem can quickly escalate into a big headache for manufacturing engineers. The key is to address quality issues on the plant floor and to build quality into every product. Unfortunately, that’s often easier said than done, even at world-class manufacturers.

Case Studies: The Value of a Revamped Enterprise Management System

April 28, 2008

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A 23-year-old mainframe-based management system is replaced with an integrated manufacturing, inventory tracking and financial consolidation system.

Case Studies: Digitizing Borescope Inspection

April 28, 2008

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The search for more efficient borescope inspection leads to the implementation of software that automates the inspection process.

Off Topic: Quebec Winter Carnival Goes High Tech

April 28, 2008

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A team participating in an annual 3-D laser-scanning contest digitizes the star of the Quebec City Winter Carnival, Bonhomme Carnaval.

China: Overcoming the Quality Challenge

March 31, 2008

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It is one of today’s biggest issues: Quality in Chinese manufacturing. Tainted toothpaste, lead in toys and poisoned pet food have brought the issue front and center, and it is creating a downward spiral of panic and over-reaction.

Off Topic: 45-Year-Old Sensor Used in Apollo Missions

March 31, 2008

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As part of its 60th anniversary celebration in 2007, Endevco, a provider of sensing solutions for vibration, shock and pressure applications, created several contests to mark the important milestone. One such competition called on customers to find and submit the “World’s Oldest Functioning Endevco Sensor.”

Case Studies: Portable Measurement Saves Time, Increases Accuracy

March 31, 2008

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One of A-Line Precision Tool 's precision-machined components is a tubular military reeling frame. As with many such parts, typical measurement tools simply could not provide the company with the means to inspect and verify to the customer’s demand.

Case Studies: Laser Scanning Solution for Large-Scale Projects

March 31, 2008

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When Direct Dimensions Inc., provider of 3-D laser scanning solutions, began to get more large-scale project requests, it needed a faster, more accurate scanning solution to meet the demand and provide quick turnaround times for its customers.

Case Studies: Defect Management, and So Much More

February 27, 2008

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A manufacturer of products for the professional audio market implemented data aggregating software, transforming itself from a batch and queue system of assembly to a continuous flow process with a constant examination of quality and a focus on improving it.

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