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Beware predictions of the demise of any technology. If the early 1920s saw the dawn of the optical comparator, there has been much speculation about its sunset. That was especially true when vision systems started hitting their stride a few years ago. Many could see optical comparators were superfluous with the use of vision systems. Many thought the sunset of optical comparators was imminent. Many were wrong. Why?

When it comes to materials, artificial intelligence can automate the screening process, simulate the performance of different materials and identify the best option.

The reactor was designed to scale up production of CNT film, particularly for the automotive industry’s ADAS market.

Turning the turning world on its head with multitasking CNC lathes.

Laser micro-cutting can increase precision and enable contactless cutting for machines, leading to higher-quality products.

Ensuring the accuracy, reliability and consistency of medical devices and their many components is serious business.

From a conventional machine operator to the founder of a company that manufactures high-precision cutting tools, Kumar Arumugam Naidu took his company to the next level through education and key partnerships.

High depth-to-diameter ratios and difficult workpiece characteristics assure vibration in deep hole drilling, but adverse effects can be avoided with dampening systems that support the drill tube.

CMMs are invaluable. Vision systems, portable measuring arms and laser scanners come in a close second. But in the rush to get parts out the door, don’t forget the basics.

The benefits of advanced metrology in smart manufacturing