Automated Protection for Portable Computer-Aided Metrology Tools
In just the past two years, the functionality of portable computer-aided metrology system (CAMS) in harsh factory environments has improved a great deal.
CARAT-Duchatelet Employs Metris’ K-Scan MMD to Integrate Life Protection into Prestige VIP Vehicles
As the world leader in armored prestige vehicles, CARAT-Duchatelet counts sheiks, kings, presidents, CEOs, and other wealthy VIPs among its customers.
The Effect of One Microliter
Pharmaceutical processes typically take place on the scale of gallons or liters, even tens of thousands of liters. So why would anyone worry about one little microliter?
Spallation Neutron Source on the Right Track(er) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
The Spallation Neutron Source (SNS), a $1.4 billion research facility at Oak Ridge National Laborato
Faster Nascar Race Cars Through Better Metrology
In 2007, all three Richard Childress Racing (RCR) teams qualified for the Chase for NASCAR’s Nextel Cup.
Charlotte-Concord Wrap-Up
The 24th Coordinate Metrology Systems Conference convened at the Embassy Suites in Concord, North Carolina, from July
More Certainty About Uncertainty(?)
There’s an amazing amount of information available about what uncertainty is and how to specify it. If I understood it completely, I would become a consultant and stop writing this column.
The Cost of Poor Calibration and Quality
As the skilled, baby-boomer workforce nears retirement, years of technical expertise is exiting as well. Factories are watching years of knowledge leave their organizations, and how to replace these skilled workers has manufacturers concerned.
Uncertain About Uncertainty?
When thinking about measurement devices and systems, the subject of accuracy comes up. Accuracy has been discussed in past columns of “Measurement Matters.” In the context of measurement system specifications, there’s more concern about the uncertainty of measurement, not its accuracy.
Uncertain About Uncertainty?
When thinking about measurement devices and systems, the subject of accuracy comes up.