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From the Editor | Darryl Seland

Uncertainty: It’s for more than just measurement anymore

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Darryl Seland
October 2, 2025

Political strife, economic instability, and natural disasters challenge the manufacturing sector. This month, explore expert insights on the role of artificial intelligence in quality management and new optical inspection standards.


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Test & Inspection

Misused & Misunderstood: Common GD&T and Datum Pitfalls on Engineering Prints

Whether you’re new to GD&T or a seasoned pro, identifying these issues early can improve communication, streamline inspection, and ultimately result in better parts.
Dustin Smith
September 26, 2025

This article outlines common mistakes in applying GD&T and datum features that can frustrate machinists, confuse quality inspectors, and hinder CMM programmers. Recognizing these issues early can enhance communication, streamline inspection, and lead to better parts.


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Test & Inspection

Uncertainty vs. Reality: Standards in Optical Inspection

The search for perfection and accuracy continues at all levels and methods in the world of metrology.
Linda Goodwin-Marino
September 4, 2025

Explore the latest innovative products and techniques for verifying uncertainty in today's manufacturing environment.


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Test & Inspection

Standard Gages Will Not Work, Now What?

Ensuring the custom gage will work and meet the customer’s inspection needs is everyone’s top priority.
Mike Oddy
August 13, 2025

What is a custom gage? Is it a standard fixed limit gage made per ASME B47.1, or a modification of an existing design? Does the product require a new gage, a fixture, or a variable type gage? This article will explore modifications to existing plug gage designs and some special gage designs.


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AI Transforms Patient Safety and Tackles Labor Shortages in Medical Manufacturing

With a trained deep machine learning algorithm, manufacturers can perform 100% inspection instead of sample inspection.
Jay Elepano
August 12, 2025

Precision is crucial in medical manufacturing, yet the industry faces labor shortages and increasing complexity. AI developments offer a solution by enhancing human expertise, enabling manufacturers to operate efficiently with limited labor and time while also improving patient safety and production resilience.


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Test & Inspection

Produce Precise, Reliable, & Repeatable Weld Seams with Automated Vision Inspection

Automated weld inspection can pinpoint the exact size and position of each defect and classify them.
Wayne Pugh
August 3, 2025

Manufacturers struggle with product quality and throughput due to increasing assembly complexity from automation, connectivity, and electric vehicle parts. Process engineers face challenges like strict documentation, short cycles, and safety concerns, emphasizing the need for more efficient manufacturing and quality inspection.


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Vision Systems Automate Inspection of EV Components

Mary Romano
July 23, 2025

AI and 3D vision technologies ensure quality at BorgWarner assembly plant.


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Test & Inspection

Wire Terminal Testing and Onshoring: It’s All About Connections

Quality testing is paramount to preventing costly and dangerous failures.
Tyler Laravuso Jennifer Redmond
July 6, 2025

One force measurement application gaining popularity is wire terminal testing, where a controlled pull on a crimped connection is used to measure force, assessing its integrity and quality.


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New Process Uses Ultrasound Technology to Test EV Batteries

Austin Weber
July 2, 2025

PHILADELPHIA—Engineers at Drexel University have developed a benchtop tool that enables automakers and suppliers to get a better look at the electrochemical and mechanical functions of EV batteries.


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Test & Inspection

The Role of Microtesters in Materials Testing Today

The microtester has emerged as a recent evolution in materials testing technology.
Richard J. Gedney
June 29, 2025

The microtester has revolutionized materials testing by allowing precise evaluations of small specimens, such as biological tissues and semiconductor wafers. This article discusses its key features, benefits, and future potential in materials testing.


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