Laser scanning solves a common metrology problem of inconsistent measurement of a long radius with a small span for a global components manufacturer
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The Ubisense Process Tracker application in use at customers such as Aston Martin and Cummins provides real-time visibility throughout processes, such as rework and finishing in automotive manufacturing plants, engine manufacturing plants, aircraft assembly and MRO.
Messtechnik Wetzlar, a subsidiary of Hexagon Metrology, was a successful participant in the MTU Aero Engines competition "Effizienzsteigerung Messtechnik" (Efficiency Improvements in Metrology). The aim of the project was to reduce costs by introducing efficiency improvements in blisk measurement.
The Bodycote Testing’s European Technology Centre, based in Linköping, Sweden, has been approved by Nadcap for the testing of composite materials for the aerospace industry. The laboratory is one of the first in the world to receive approval for this type of testing.
In April of 2007, Direct Dimensions was approached by BAE Systems with a typical 3D problem. BAE is a global aerospace and defence company specializing in the development and support of land, air, and naval defence systems. This particular project was for the U.S. Navy, which had contracted BAE to aid in re-engineering a particular problem related to aging aircraft.
Web-based streamlining of shopfloor processes deliver improved visibility and improved documentation
Bulten develop, manufacture and trade fasteners to the international automotive industry and must ensure that its production is consistent and regular. A keen eye must be kept on the quality of production lines, guaranteeing that high standards are achieved and maintained at all times.
New implantology procedures for dental prosthetics should be applied as quickly as possible and with maximum precision. But just how accurately can implants be inserted? This was examined by the chair for production metrology and quality management at the machine tool lab (WZL) of the RWTH Aachen, Germany, and the Clinic for Dental Prosthetics at the University Hospital as part of an interdisciplinary project. They used a METROTOM computer tomograph from Carl Zeiss for the project.
Specialist inspection and testing house Böllinger Messtechnik (Germany) have recently installed a Starrett Precision Optical AV350 Galileo CNC Measurement and Inspection System
Achieving zero defects on the JSF-35 engine mountings for a perfect fit at Lockheed Martin delivers dramatic results. By Michael Young, QCR Group.
The plastics department of the Materials Testing Institute (MPA) in Darmstad, Germany, carries out tests on plastics and elastomers in accordance with National and International Standards. An important activity is the determination of thermal properties (Vicat or HDT tests) according to ISO 306, EN 727 or ISO 75.
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