‘METROLOGY BREW’ News Bulletin – 6th July

Summary of metrology and smart manufacturing news from the past 7 days.

From Model to Measurement: How Metrology Software Powers the MBD-Driven Digital Thread

As manufacturing accelerates toward the Model-Based Enterprise, software is evolving from a standalone tool into a critical enabler of the digital thread. Connecting engineering intent, manufacturing execution, and quality validation, software platforms are helping organizations move beyond disconnected workflows toward model-driven manufacturing … read more

Preserving America’s Symbol of Freedom – Precision Metrology Creates Digital Twin of Liberty Bell

As Americans prepare to celebrate Independence Day on 4 July, few national symbols carry greater historical significance than the Liberty Bell. Tthe Bell has become an enduring emblem of American liberty, democracy and independence. For nearly two centuries it has represented the ideals upon which the United States was founded … read more

How Connected Metrology Is Changing Manufacturing

For more than a decade, Industry 4.0 has been a dominant theme across manufacturing. Connected machines, digital twins, automation, artificial intelligence and data-driven decision-making have become established parts of the industrial landscape. Metrology has been evolving alongside these developments, giving rise to what is described as Metrology 4.0 … read more

Why Tolerances Can Make or Break Production Cost

Tolerances are one of the most powerful and misunderstood parts of product design. A tolerance tells the manufacturer how much variation is acceptable. That instruction affects machining time, inspection effort, scrap risk, supplier choice, assembly quality, and production cost. The problem is not tight tolerances but using them without a clear functional reason … read more

Renishaw Broadens Geometric Measurement Capabilities of XK20 Laser Alignment System

Renishaw has extended the capabilities of its XK20 alignment laser by introducing flatness and level measurement functionality to its CARTO XK20 app which is available at the Google Play Store. This gives users additional tools to measure and adjust geometric errors during machine build and alignment, adding to the XK20 alignment laser’s measurement capabilities … read more

Data-Driven Quality – KEYENCE’s VS-G Series Implements 100% Visual Traceability

In the fast-evolving landscape of industrial metrology and automated quality control, manufacturers face an ongoing triple challenge: accelerating production speeds, increasing inspection complexity, and the growing demand for absolute product traceability. Addressing these challenges, KEYENCE has unveiled its latest innovation … read more

Data Driven Quality – The Missing Infrastructure for Production AM

As additive manufacturing pushes deeper into regulated, high-value production, the biggest bottleneck is shifting. It’s no longer just “Can we print the part?” It’s, “Can we prove stability, traceability, and capability at scale — without burying QA teams in manual reporting?” Harry Kleijnen of Additive Center, who has worked on full-process data capture initiatives … read more

Data-Driven AI Powers Improved Quality in Vehicle Crash Simulation

The BMW Group and Mistral AI are partnering to advance the use of AI in crash simulation. The aim is to improve quality, accuracy and speed in complex engineering tasks. The collaboration marks a first step towards scaling domain-specific AI across further areas of vehicle development and the BMW Group  value chain. The use of industrial data is a key factor in translating AI … read more

Patented Pulseboard Technology Enables Faster Robotic Weld Inspection

As manufacturers continue to pursue higher throughput, greater automation, and zero-defect production, weld inspection remains a critical but often time-consuming stage of the manufacturing process. Traditional robotic inspection systems frequently struggle to balance speed and accuracy, particularly when inspecting complex weld geometries, curved surfaces … read more

Acoustic Imaging Supports Data-Driven Maintenance Across Automotive Production

There is a growing role for acoustic imaging technology in auto manufacturing, where compressed air inefficiency, pneumatic instability, and leaks can quietly undermine production performance and energy efficiency, as well as process consistency. Vehicle production relies on tightly synchronized operations. From robotic welding, paint systems to machining … read more

Intrinsic Unveils AI-Powered Modular Manufacturing Vision

Industrial robotics software company Intrinsic has unveiled an early look at its new Intrinsic Intelligence Cell, a modular robot workcell designed to demonstrate how AI can transform manufacturing flexibility, productivity, and accessibility. Showcased at the Automate expo, the system highlights Intrinsic’s vision for next generation intelligent manufacturing… read more

Advances in Humanoid Robot Sensing Highlighted at Automate

Developments in humanoid robot sensing took centre stage as companies demonstrated advances in tactile perception, force measurement, and multi-modal data acquisition reshaping robotic dexterity at the Automate 2026 Robot Pavilion. Technologies were aimed at closing the gap between human and machine interaction in manipulation tasks … read more

Dual-CCD Inspection Platform Achieves Sub-Micron Accuracy for Passive Optical Components

Driven by the rapid expansion of AI infrastructure, demand for Fiber Array Units (FAUs) and other passive optical components is increasing across silicon photonics and co-packaged optics applications. As production volumes grow, manufacturers face increasing demands for inspection accuracy and efficiency across components  … read more

Myrex IRIS Platform Brings Asset-Centric 3D Intelligence to Manufacturing Operations

At the recent Automate exhibition Myrex announced the official public launch of Myrex IRIS, a manufacturing maintenance and training platform that uses high-definition 3D models of production assets to help operators and technicians train faster, perform more consistent repairs, and reduce mean time to repair … read more