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Flexible AI Inspection: How Learning Systems Are Changing Visual Quality Control

AI‑based inspection systems approach variability differently.
Silke von Gemmingen
May 19, 2026

Quality inspection today must cope with growing demands.


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an electric vehicle (EV) battery pack
Test & Inspection

Scaling Battery Production: The Growing Importance of Quality Assurance and Multi-Modal Inspection

How small, incremental advancements in process quality directly contribute to significant bottom-line benefits.
Paul Perera
May 3, 2026

The global battery market is entering a phase of rapid industrial scaling, but growth alone does not guarantee efficiency. 


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May 1, 2026

Western Gage Corporation’s dimensional air gages are so easy to use and so accurate, you can perform 100% inspections on your production parts.




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May 1, 2026

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Test & Inspection

Structured Method Selection in Remote Visual Inspection of Machined and Fabricated Components

Selecting the appropriate method begins with defining what the inspection must accomplish.
Will Habermann
April 22, 2026

High-value metal components produced through machining, casting, welding, and fabrication often contain internal features that cannot be evaluated by direct line of sight.


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Test & Inspection

Designing Inspection Systems for Challenging Surfaces

Even the most sophisticated systems can struggle when confronted with challenging inspection surfaces.
Daniel Olache
April 5, 2026

Modern manufacturing increasingly relies on full in-line inspections to maintain quality standards, reduce scrap, and improve traceability.


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Test & Inspection

What Should You Consider When Choosing a Ring Light for Optical Inspection and Quality Control with Digital Microscopes?

For efficient and reliable inspection and quality control of electronic boards in SMT lines, it is crucial to carefully consider the characteristics of your light source.
Sasan Esmaeili
March 24, 2026

Lighting is arguably one of the most critical factors in the optical inspection tasks using modern 4K digital microscopes. 


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Inspection Equipment Trends Rebound as Machinery Orders Surge in 2025

2025 was the first year where inspection and machinery investment moved in the same direction since 2021.
Chris Chidzik
Christopher Chidzik
March 21, 2026

After three years of reduced demand, orders of metalworking machinery had a strong rebound in 2025. 


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Test & Inspection

Illumination Strategies for Reliable Defect Detection in High-Speed Quality Inspection

Proper placement and alignment of machine vision lights are critical for reliable inspection.
Niamh Ireland
March 18, 2026

Every second counts on high-speed conveyor lines. A missed barcode or a tiny defect can disrupt production, increase costs, and reduce quality.


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Test & Inspection

Force Testing Adapts to Smaller, Smarter, and More Connected Products

As testing becomes more integrated, standards and calibration practices carry added weight.
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Genevieve Whittington
March 4, 2026

Force testing rarely draws attention until it fails. When components crack, seals leak, or devices do not activate as expected, engineers often trace the problem back to how force was applied, measured, or interpreted. 


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