In September 1999, the Mars Climate Orbiter broke into pieces and burnt up because one person on the project failed to use the metric system.
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Onto Innovation Welcomes Karen Rogge to its Board of Directors
WILMINGTON, Mass.—- Onto Innovation Inc. (NYSE: ONTO) (“Onto Innovation”, “Onto”, or the “Company”) today announced Karen Rogge has joined its board of directors. Karen Rogge is a
On-Machine Metrology Drives Efficiencies In Large-Scale AM
By Thermwood Corp. In the cornfields of southern Indiana, Thermwood Corp. is making unique large-scale additive manufacturing (LSAM) equipment. LSAM machines produce large- to very-large-sized components
Ambi Robotics Announces $26 Million Series A Funding Led By Tiger Global
New round of funding will boost deployments of AI-powered sorting robots to supply chain customers. EMERYVILLE, Calif.—-Ambi Robotics, the pioneer in simulation-to-reality AI for highly-dexterous
The Future of CNC CMM Data Processing: Mitutoyo’s All-New MCOSMOS v.5
The well-known software suite, MCOSMOS, is the go-to data processor for Mitutoyo’s range of top-of-the-line CMMs. Made up of their extensive lineup of optional software
Compact system designed for high-precision, robot-based surface measurements
Researchers have developed a lightweight optical system for 3D inspection of surfaces with micron-scale precision. The new measurement tool could greatly enhance quality control inspection
Optical CMM machine – Precise, simple, expandable µCMM
The optical μCMM offers high accuracy for the fast measurement of components with tight tolerances. It reproducibly measures matte to highly polished surfaces and is
Verisurf Software Helps Five-Axis Industries Champion Quality
Realizing reduced cycle time with 5-axis CMM inspection similar to the 50 percent cuts in 5-axis CNC machining. Five-Axis Industries and sister company Ellstrom Racing
THE HISTORY OF HOW THINGS ARE MEASURED
Measuring the world around us has allowed for trade across continents, the crossing of oceans, the building of cities, and exploration of space. However, in
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