CMS Releases 2011 Measurement Study Report
The Coordinate Metrology Society (CMS) announced today the results of their large-scale, interactive measurement study conducted at the 27th annual Coordinate Metrology Systems Conference (CMSC).
Redefining the SI Base Units
The international General Conference on Weights and Measures (CGPM) has approved a plan to redefine four of the seven base units of the International System of Units (SI) in terms of fixed values of natural cons
Night of the Living Uncertified
It was a dark and stormy evening as the graveyard shift started at Frankenstein’s Precision Parts. Tonight was the night: All of the parts for the Reanimation order were ready for inspection. The contracted inspector was due at midnight.
Coordinate Metrology Society Releases Measurement Study Report, “How Behavior Impacts Your Measurement”
The Coordinate Metrology Society (CMS) has released the long-awaited results of its large-scale, interactive measurement study conducted during the 2011 Coordinate Metrology Systems Conference (CMSC), which was held July 25–29 in Phoenix.
Applying Measurement Data to Engineering Process Improvement
Manufacturers face many obstacles across the life cycle of delivering a product to market.
GD&T Can Help Simplify 3-D Measurement
Understanding the importance of collecting accurate data, using the correct drift checks, and applying accurate thermal scaling are critical elements of a successful measurement plan.
Laser Scanning Saves Toilet Manufacturer $20,000 and Four Weeks
Aircraft Technologies Inc., a leading manufacturer of toilets for corporate jets, saved $20,000 and four weeks in reduced tooling costs and time for a new model by utilizing NVision’s laser scanning and engineering services.
Automated Gauging Controls Dozens of Production Variables
Accuracy is what Kurt Manufacturing vises are all about. The company has delivered its rugged products for more than 50 years.
Where Did I Save That File?
Almost all of us have experienced the frustration of searching for a document we created in the past.
Using NI FlexRIO for Ultrasound Array Imaging for Nondestructive Testing
Flexibility is just one of the many benefits of acquiring ultrasound data directly into a PC and then performing application-specific processing in software.