New Renishaw TEMPUS Technology Represents Jump Forward in AM Productivity
Renishaw TEMPUS technology uses advanced scanning algorithms that sequence the layer data in a way that maximizes productivity while maintaining part quality.
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Month: February 2024
‘METROLOGY BREW’ News Bulletin – 12th February
Summary of headline metrology and smart manufacturing news from the past 7 days.
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Onto Innovation’s 4Di InSpec Automated Metrology System Selected as Fanuc America’s 2024 Innovative System of the Year
The combination of Fanuc robotics with 4Di non-contact sensor technologies provides a unique platform for improving throughput, labor utilization, quality and delivery times in industrial manufacturing.
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Institute Embarks on Groundbreaking AI Initiative to Transform Additive Manufacturing
The research will feature state-of-the-art materials characterisation, and mechanical testing, investigating shelf life and the processability envelope of environmentally affected common stainless steel, titanium and superalloy base feedstock. It will also examine methods of reclaiming the powders and the effect on the final product.
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Inductive Rotary Encoder Incorporates Built-In Vibration Analysis
Featuring a built-in accelerometer, the recently announced HEIDENHAIN ECI 123 Splus rotary encoder enables position measurement and vibration analysis in a single component.
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3D Scanner Improves Hydro Turbine Inspection and Repair Efficiency
For large objects like turbines, the FreeScan Combo’s multiple lines scan mode can help quickly acquire global data. Using the parallel lines scan mode on areas of the blade that have wear and tear can acquire more detailed data. This can help determine the extent of wear and make more accurate repairs.
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BMW Transformation to E-Mobility Integrates Latest Metrology Automation Technology
A new era is dawning for BMW Group Plant Munich: from 2026, the iconic parent plant will produce the Neue Klasse sedan.
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Differentiating Between Tactile and Optical Measurement Technology for Dimensional Inspection
Is a tactile 3D measuring system needed that captures all relevant measuring points with a measuring probe? Or is an optical 3D measuring system preferable that digitizes entire surfaces in a contactless manner?
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Polycam Raises $18M To Democratize 3D Creation
Polycam, a leading 3D creation tool for iPhone and Android, has announced a $18M Series A finance round.
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BMW To Work Globally on Vehicle Virtual Twins with Data-Driven Approach
17,000 BMW users will be working globally on a virtual twin of a vehicle that can be configured for the variants of each model with consistent data in real time.
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