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George Schuetz, director of Precision Gages at Mahr Inc., explains how the wireless revolution has improved the process and made the sharing of measured information easily accessible.

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Brian Brown, director of robotics and automation at Wichita State University’s National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR), explains how he partnered with Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence to develop a large-scale automated wing surface scanning solution for the aerospace industry. For more information, visit http://www.hexagonmi.com/en-US/solutions/case-studies/aerospace/automated-scanning-solution-speeds-aerospace-manufacturing. 

Quality spoke with JAI Manager of Marketing Communications Rich Dickerson about the latest machine vision trends, including the use of more multispectral cameras, as well as an increasing demand for color imaging.

Charles J. Hellier has been active in the technology of nondestructive testing and related quality and inspection fields since 1957. Here he talks with Quality's managing editor, Michelle Bangert, about the importance of training.

Quality spoke with Thomas Parker, automotive market sales manager for INFICON, about the role of leak testing in additive manufacturing as the industry grows. Parker also discusses new applications in automotive, and the importance of leak testing as HVAC manufacturers begin using flammable substitutes for high-global warming potential refrigerants. 

Plant Manager Lance Walters of the Columbus, MS, PACCAR Engine Company offers advice for those looking to improve quality, describes the importance of data, and explains how the current manufacturing climate led to more interest in the plant, including a visit from 60 Minutes.