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| AUGUST 27, 2009 -- This issue sponsored by The Coordinate Metrology Society. |
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NEW HORIZONS Greetings to all! Welcome to the 8th edition of CMSC World, the electronic counterpart to the The Journal of the CMSC the official print publication of the Coordinate Metrology Society (CMS). This edition comes as the 25th Anniversary of the CMSC is still fresh in our minds. Held this year in Louisville, Kentucky, the Executive Committee once again did an outstanding job in preparing and executing a landmark event. This conference not only showcased the cutting edge of portable metrology, but delivered a wide variety of technical presentations and workshops. [full story] |
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FEATURE This paper describes a new solution for precise automated digitalization of large objects. The practical application is carried out with the help of a standard (imprecise) industrial robot, a near range on-line photogrammetric system and a 3-D White Light Scanner. [full story]
ON THE CASE A vast number of varieties, multiple special customer requirements and a low level of automation are significant for the manufacturing of passenger busses. An automated control of individual parts and complete vehicles as part of the quality assurance is difficult also with regard to the dimensions of up to 15 meters. [full story]
TOP STORY This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Coordinate Metrology Systems Conference (CMSC), a notable accomplishment for any organization fueled by volunteers. Hosted by the Coordinate Metrology Society, the 2009 Conference was held at the Marriott downtown in Louisville, Kentucky. Even with the economic downturn, the event held its own with visitors traveling from Switzerland, Italy, France, Germany, Australia, Japan, Canada, United Kingdom, United States, and more. [full story] |
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Quality Assurance in Bus Manufacturing