Next Generation Solutions for Measurement of Aspheres
An aspheric lens — sometimes known as an asphere — is a lens that’s not part of a sphere or cylinder and it can depart somewhat from a sphere. The more complex
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Manufacturing KPIs and Metrics Factory Managers Shouldn’t Ignore
In order to increase profitability, manufacturers aim to improve plant operations every day. How can you tell if you are improving or not? To understand precisely how your operation is
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Edge AI Drives Smart Device Based Data Processing
Today, in everyday life, digital helpers such as smart apps think for themselves and are already firmly integrated. Currently, however, the processing of data is mostly done on large, external
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Data Driven World Demands New Definition Standards
At a recent meeting of scientists meeting in Versailles, Paris a decision was taken to expand the world’s measuring unit systems for the first time this century. Rapid scientific advances
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The Digital Twin – Evolution of a Key Concept of Industry 4.0
The digital twin is the foundation for industrial digitalization efforts, delivering real-time insights, accurate forecasting, and intelligent decision-making. In the almost two decades since the term was invented, industry –
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Shift to Hybrid Additive Manufacturing Driving Competitive Advantage
Essentium, a leading innovator of industrial additive manufacturing (AM) solutions, recently announced the first in a series of findings from independent global research on the current and future use of
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First Truly Wireless Mobile Infrared Camera Launched
Teledyne FLIR, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, has announced its FLIR ONE Edge Pro, a wireless thermal-visible camera for mobile devices. Unlike previous models, the reimagined FLIR ONE Edge Pro
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5G Edge Smart Sensors Control Production Processes
Smart sensors that are wirelessly attached to the component, improve the understanding and control of production processes so that processes can be flexibly monitored and adaptively controlled. What sounds like
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Development Reduces Part Distortion During Machining
Part distortion is a major cost factor in the production of metallic parts, especially in the case of large and thin-walled workpieces that play an important role in lightweight design
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Industrial Metaverse Democratizes Technology and Manufacturing Data at Mercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz and Microsoft Corp. collaborate to make vehicle production more efficient, resilient and sustainable. With the new MO360 Data Platform, Mercedes-Benz is connecting its 30 passenger car plants worldwide to
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