‘METROLOGY BREW’ News Bulletin – 1st September
Summary of metrology and smart manufacturing news from the past 7 days.
Large Capacity OGP Smartscope Multisensor System Launched
Optical Gaging Products, manufacturer of optical and precision multisensor metrology systems for industrial quality control, has announced SmartScope M130, the newest addition to its next evolution of SmartScope 3D Multisensor Metrology systems. For leading manufacturers crafting large, heavy parts, SmartScope M130 ushers in the next … read more
The Role of AI in High-Precision 3D Scanning for Inspection
Industrial inspection is under more pressure than ever. Manufacturers across aerospace, automotive, medical, and energy sectors are expected to deliver flawless products while reducing cycle times and production costs. Traditional inspection methods, though precise, often struggle to keep pace with the speed of modern production lines … read more
Bruker Alicona to Launch SensorX at EMO 2025
At this year’s EMO exhibition in Germany Bruker Alicona will debut the SensorX, a new high-precision 3D metrology sensor designed for seamless OEM integration. Demonstrating this next-generation technology in a real-world application, Bruker Alicona will showcase the SensorX fully embedded within the NaPrep preparation cell … read more
AT Sensors Launches High-Power 3D Laser Sensor
AT Sensors has expanded its modular 3D sensor portfolio with the introduction of the MCS High-Power Laser, a next-generation solution designed to deliver reliable, high-precision measurements in the harshest industrial environments. Positioned as the ‘turbo’ model of the company’s MCS sensor series, the new system integrates a high-performance laser module … read more
VICIVISION Expands Optical Metrology Capabilities With Launch of X-360
For more than a decade, VICIVISION has specialized in developing optical measuring systems for turned and cylindrical parts across a wide range of industries. By leveraging non-contact inspection, the company’s solutions significantly reduce measurement times while boosting throughput and yield. VICIVISION optical systems capture the external profile … read more
Visometry Advances Digital Inspection Workflows with VisionLib 4.0
In connected factories, the seamless alignment of digital data with real-world objects is fundamental to delivering reliable, actionable insights. Whether used in quality inspection, assembly validation, or operator guidance, Augmented Reality technologies are increasingly expected to perform under challenging shop floor conditions. Visometry, a pioneer in model-based object … read more
Advancing Non-Contact Fiber Orientation Measurement in Composite Materials
In an era where lightweight composites are integral to aerospace, automotive, and energy applications, ensuring the structural integrity and performance of fiber-reinforced materials is critical. A key factor influencing these properties is fiber orientation. Traditional inspection methods often fall short in providing fast, reliable, and highly detailed fiber orientation data … read more
Redefining Diamond Measurement: Automation for Uncompromising Precision
The art and science of diamond setting for fine jewelry and luxury watches has always required uncompromising precision. Whether crafting melee stones for pavé settings or baguette cuts for elegant watch bezels, every facet and every angle must conform to exact specifications. Even a single micron deviation can compromise both aesthetics and value of the stone … read more
FreeProbe Expands Measurement Capabilities Where Scanning Falls Short
Achieving complete dimensional data in manufacturing often requires more than just high-speed scanning. Certain features like deep holes, recessed pockets, and obstructed geometries are difficult or impossible to capture using traditional optical scanning alone. The FreeProbe Series from Shining3D introduces a portable, wireless, optical-based probing solution … read more
Three Decades of Precision Evolving into a Digital Manufacturing Platform
For more than thirty years, ZOLLER’s venturion series has stood as a benchmark for uncompromising precision in tool presetting and measurement. What began in the late 1980s as an innovative vertical measuring solution has evolved into a modular, highly automated platform that meets the demands of modern smart manufacturing … read more
Revopoint Pre-Launches MetroY Series Handheld 3D Scanners for Precision Metrology
Revopoint, from Schenzen China, has announced the pre-launch of its latest handheld 3D scanning platform, the MetroY Series, designed to meet the growing demand for portable, high-precision, and easy-to-use scanning solutions. The MetroY and MetroY Pro models represent the company’s most advanced handheld scanners to date, reinforcing Revopoint’s commitment … read more
Recently, defect detection systems using artificial intelligence (AI) sensor data have been installed in smart factory manufacturing sites. However, when the manufacturing process changes due to machine replacement or variations in temperature, pressure, or speed, existing AI models fail to properly understand the new situation and their performance drops sharply … read more
