Researchers Show Highly Efficient, Compact Terahertz Laser Rays
(Harvard SEAS: Cambridge, MA; University of Leeds: Leeds, UK) -- A collaborative team of applied scientists from Harvard University and the University of Leeds have demonstrated a new terahertz (THz) semiconductor laser that emits beams with a much smaller divergence than conventional THz laser
Product News: In-Sight 5605 Vision System Offers Twice the Resolution
(Cognex Corp.: Natick, MA) -- Cognex Corp. has introduced the In-Sight 5605, a high-resolution, self-contained, flexible vision system for applications that require visualization of very small defects, even in a large field of view.
Measuring Complexity
Complexity can be thought of as the level of difficulty in solving mathematically presented problems.
Process Improvement—Anywhere, Anyplace
Every journey has a beginning, and mine began during a U.S. Air Force commander’s first week on the job. He called a staff meeting and told everyone that things had to change for the organization to succeed, and “lean” was the solution.
ACSI: Detroit Overtakes Japan and Korea for the First Time in a Decade
(ACSI: Ann Arbor, MI) -- Customer satisfaction with domestic automobiles has shown resilience despite an overall decline for the industry, according to a report released Aug. 17 by the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI).
Pointools Software Adds Third Dimension to Belgium Mapping Project
(Pointools: Barnet, UK) -- A high-tech digital map created with laser-scanning technology is underway for the Flanders region of Belgium.
Event: Learn <em>Poka-yoke</em> at First International Visual Workplace Summit
(QMI/Visual-Lean Institute: Byron Center, MI) -- Poka-yoke devices—i.e., visual guarantees for mistake-proofing products and processes—embed quality attributes so seamlessly into the work landscape that we often forget they are there.
Product News: Verisurf Offers Demos, Upgrade Deals at IMTS
(Verisurf Software: Anaheim, CA) -- Verisurf Software Inc. is set to provide manufacturers with everything they need to make the transition to the 21st century and produce higher quality products in less time and at a lower cost.
(SPC Press: Knoxville, TN) --