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First published Aug. 6, 2021, on MIT News.
Engineers at MIT and Harvard University have designed a small tabletop device that can detect SARS-CoV-2 from a saliva sample in about an hour. In a new study, they showed that the diagnostic is just as accurate as the PCR tests now used.
The device can…
(The L.S. Starrett Company: Athol, MA) -- The L.S. Starrett Company, a leading global manufacturer of precision measuring tools and gauges, metrology systems, and more, announces it will be featuring metrology and force measurement systems as well as special precision gauge solutions, at MD&M…
(FARO: Lake Mary, FL) -- FARO Technologies Inc., a global leader of 3D measurement, imaging, and realization solutions for the 3D metrology; architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC); and public safety analytics markets; announces the release of its all-new Quantum Max ScanArm, the most…
(Exact Metrology: Moline, IL) -- Exact Metrology, a comprehensive 3D metrology service provider and hardware sales company, is excited to announce that a large scale Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) has been installed at their office location in Moline, Illinois.
This machine is a high-accuracy…
(NIST: Boulder, CO)— The U.S. Department of Commerce’s National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has launched a new prize competition to advance the use of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) in first responder search and rescue operations.
Unmanned aircraft such as drones could be…
(Zetec: Snoqualmie, WA) -- Zetec Inc. has published its latest on-demand webinar detailing a more effective approach to one of the most common and critical nondestructive testing (NDT) applications in aerospace MRO (maintenance, repair, and operations): inspections of bolt holes in multilayer…
(Molex: Lisle, IL) -- Molex, a global electronics leader and connectivity innovator, announces the results of a global survey of Industry 4.0 manufacturing stakeholders driving advancements in robotics, complex machines, and device or control systems. The findings reflect steady progress in the…
(ANCA: Wixom, MI) -- Traceability is a fast-emerging trend in the manufacturing industry. It is defined as the ability to retrieve the full history or location of an item or product by means of recorded identification. In the tool making industry, the requirement to trace an individual tool and the…
(Blackstone-NEY Ultrasonics: Jamestown, NY) -- Blackstone-NEY Ultrasonics introduces the Torrent M Series automated ultrasonic aqueous cleaning systems for high-precision medical and pharmaceutical cleaning applications. The Torrent is a single chamber, front loading, rotary basket-style machine…
(Siemens Digital Industries Software: Plano, TX) -- Siemens Digital Industries Software has released the latest version of Parasolid software, its open geometric modeling technology employed by over 4 million users across the world. The scope of Parasolid Convergent Modeling technology continues to…
(Mitutoyo America: Aurora, IL) -- Mitutoyo America Corporation has added new EJ counters and LG100 Series linear gages to its expansive sensor lineup of metrology products.
EJ counters and LG100 Series linear gages are designed to be used inline or in measurement cells, enabling real-time…
A recent study conducted by Forbes Insights, in partnership with ASQExcellence (ASQE) and ASQ, examines quality initiatives in the digital era, based on the views and experiences of 1,036 executives and quality professionals from enterprises worldwide.
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“Insights…
(Creaform: Lévis, Canada) -- Creaform, a worldwide leader in automated and portable 3D measurement solutions and engineering services, has announced the release of the latest version of its VXelements platform. Several new features as well as existing features’ enhancements were developed to…
(Marposs: Auburn Hills, MI) -- Marposs, a world leader in measurement, inspection, and test technologies, announces its newest generation Optoquick measuring system, the first solution combining a touch measuring system together with an automatic stylus changing system. Within a measuring cycle,…
(Greenlight Guru: Indianapolis) -- Greenlight Guru, medical device quality management software (QMS) company, and proactive healthcare cybersecurity developer MedCrypt, announce a strategic partnership to simplify the way medical device solution providers collaborate and increase the security…
(Digital Metrology Solutions: Columbus, OH) -- A new resource makes it easier to find answers to surface texture-related concepts and applications. The Surface Texture Answer Book answers more than 100 commonly asked questions regarding surface texture measurement, analysis, interpretation,…
(Voxel8: Somerville, MA) -- Hush Puppies, the iconic Wolverine Worldwide brand, will commercialize Voxel8’s digital manufacturing technology in unique midsoles that provide enhanced comfort, support, and longevity.
The Hush Puppies brand has always inspired the casual lifestyle through optimism…
(Siemens: Plano, TX) -- Siemens Digital Industries Software announces the establishment of JEP181—a neutral file, XML-based standard from the JEDEC Solid State Technology Association, which is the global leader in standards development for the microelectronics industry.
The JEP181 standard…
(Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence: North Kingstown, RI) -- Probe-based machine tool inspection has a well-deserved reputation for delivering clear productivity gains. But when it comes to capturing a full digital image of a clamped freeform workpiece, it can fall short.
A probe only records a…
(Harrington Management Systems: Los Gatos, CA) -- Harrington Management Systems has announced the webinar entitled “Using the ISO 56002 Innovation Management System.” The webinar will run three times on July 8, 2021, to accommodate worldwide interest in the topic:
Americas: 12:01 p.m Pacific…
(Detection Technology Inc.: Billerica, MA) -- Detection Technology, a global leader in X-ray detector solutions, has unveiled the Aurora XS to address the cost efficiency and reliability requirements of the urban security screening market. The Aurora XS adapts to versatile X-ray imaging systems,…
(Volume Graphics: Charlotte, NC) -- The latest version of Volume Graphics’ high-end computed tomography (CT) data analysis software suite, v. 3.5, brings enhanced capabilities to manufacturers looking for better ways to inspect parts and improve designs—however they are made.
Particularly in the…
(Exact Metrology: Cincinnati) -- Exact Metrology, a comprehensive 3D metrology service provider and hardware sales company, has recently installed a ZEISS METROTOM 6 scout, formally known as a GOM CT, scanner at their facility in Brookfield, Wisconsin.
Considered the powerhouse of resolution for…
(Nikon Metrology: Brighton, MI) -- When using X-ray CT (computed tomography) for nondestructive quality control of larger components like aluminum castings or battery modules for electrical vehicles, the challenge is to shorten inspection cycle times without compromising resolution. One…
(Radiant Vision Systems: Redmond, WA) - Radiant Vision Systems, a leading provider of image-based light and color measurement solutions, announces three new high-resolution models in its line of ProMetric Imaging Colorimeters and Photometers. New ProMetric systems extend the resolution range of…
