Articles Tagged with ''metrology''

Today companies record process trends digitally. However, analysis is still conducted in much the same way, with operations staff manually identifying trends. Enter artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning.

No matter the industry or application, all machine vision systems require light – whether visible or non-visible – to capture images. High quality output relies on high quality images, which require adequate lighting.

Industry leaders are now seeking ways to simplify processes, cut costs, and get more done with fewer people. Fortunately, the tools and technologies required to accomplish these goals are already here.

One of the more frequent questions we receive is: I am tapping a ¼-20 UNC 2B internal thread with an “H13” tap, what gage do I need to inspect the threaded holes in my parts after tapping?

The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) has announced the establishment of its Committee on Sustainability, comprising 11 experts from a variety of industry sectors, research disciplines and policy experience appointed by the ASME Board of Governors to help accelerate the Society’s response to climate change.

Today, most surfboards are made with a CNC machine. 3D metrology laser trackers can assist with critical quality control safeguards to ensure the CNC machine is doing its job properly.

The National Center for Defense Manufacturing and Machining (NCDMM) and America Makes are proud to announce the winners of the Demonstration of Novel Methods for Effective AM Process Qualification/Re-Qualification – Delta Qualification directed project call worth $3.2M. The effort is funded by the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL).

We will explore the use of CMMs, advancements in technology, and their growing contribution to support leading developments in automation, artificial intelligence, and machine learning.

There is an old saying: Garbage in, garbage out. It is a reference to the need for any creative, quality end product to start with quality, reproducible material.

As many manufacturers realize, a forecast is always a gamble. At best, it is an educated guess.