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Improving Visual Inspection Quality with AI [View in Browser]( [White Paper Digest] [Improving Visual Inspection Quality with AI]( [Improving Visual Inspection Quality with AI]( from Pleora Technologies Inc. Visual inspection is the oldest method for quality control. The human eye is excellent at detecting cracks, deformities, scratches, missing components, and other errors that can impact quality. However, brands have a lot to lose if they mistakenly send poor quality products to the store shelf. This white paper discusses how AI and camera-based inspection systems can automate and add decision-support for human tasks to speed inspection rates, improve end-to-end product quality, and provide more qualitative product evaluation. The paper includes a brief case study on how a distillery is using visual inspection technology and augmented reality to improve production processes. [How to Reduce Maintenance Spend and Downtime Using Proactive Insights from Advanced Analytics]( [How to Reduce Maintenance Spend and Downtime Using Proactive Insights from Advanced Analytics]( from Rotork This white paper investigates the importance of a holistic service and maintenance program that focuses on analysis of data supplied from intelligent electric flow control assets (such as actuators). Studying operational characteristics of the actuators and flow control assets on site allows for tailored decisions that result in earlier failure prediction, maintenance that is scheduled to match individual risk and eventual reduction in unplanned downtime/increased operational stability. [Learn How to Minimize the Challenges Associated with Measuring the pH of Hand Sanitizer]( [Learn How to Minimize the Challenges Associated with Measuring the pH of Hand Sanitizer]( from METTLER TOLEDO pH Meter & Sensors Accurately measuring the pH of hand sanitizer is a difficult process. Using a conventional sensor offers challenges such as unstable readings and longer response times, which can introduce uncertainty into the measurement process. The high alcohol content or alkaline nature of some sanitizers may also affect the sensor membrane. A specialized sensor can help to reduce uncertainty and improve results reliability. An immovable glass sleeve junction ensures faster outflow of electrolyte into the sample, helping to ensure stable readings and shorter response times while reducing the potential for junction clogging. [NVIS Measurement of Displays and Panel Graphics]( [NVIS Measurement of Displays and Panel Graphics]( from Konica Minolta Sensing Americas, Inc. Accurate measurement of NVIS radiance according to MIL-L-85762A/MIL-STD-3009 is a challenging task, and often very time consuming. Usually, experienced and skilled experts are needed to perform the measurements. Traditional spectroradiometers are complex to operate, not portable, and also very slow. Some measurements can take up to a couple of minutes to be completed. This application note describes the features of the NVIS display test system DTS 140D NVIS and discusses its measurement performance in specific applications. The DTS 140D NVIS is ideal for manufacturing and quality control applications that require long-term dependability as well as simple and fast push button operation. [Metal 3D Printing for Education]( [Metal 3D Printing for Education]( from Desktop Metal, Inc. Metal 3D printing has rapidly emerged as a key technology in modern design and manufacturing, so critical educational institutions include it in their curricula to avoid leaving students at a disadvantage as they enter the workforce. In addition to ensuring students have experience with the digital tools — like CAD, FEA and generative design — used in additive manufacturing, investing in metal 3D printing systems allows students the opportunity to gain invaluable hands-on experience, and actually produce the parts they design. [Reimagining Antenna Design Solutions for Next-Generation Mobile Devices]( [Reimagining Antenna Design Solutions for Next-Generation Mobile Devices]( from Qorvo Innovation in next-generation mobile devices creates significant challenges for antenna implementation. 5G handsets have more than twice as many RF paths, and new industrial designs and button replacement add space constraints. Qorvo Antenna Solutions Reimagined (QASR) helps navigate space, design and performance challenges to harness the true power of antennas. [Behind the Magic of High Frequency SMT Chip Bead Ferrites]( [Behind the Magic of High Frequency SMT Chip Bead Ferrites]( from Würth Elektronik eiSos GmbH & Co. KG Technology is advancing at a tremendous rate and the next generation of devices is shifting toward wireless applications. The movement toward higher frequency, into the gigahertz range has begun and more knowledge of components in these applications is desired. EMC continues to grow in importance and there is a demand to know the characteristics of EMC components used beyond their current typical application range. The goal of this article is to explain the different properties between multilayer ferrite beads in high frequency and standard multilayer ferrite beads, as well as a new methodology developed at Würth Elektronik for the measurement of DC bias at high frequencies. [Metal 3D Printing for Service Bureaus]( [Metal 3D Printing for Service Bureaus]( from Desktop Metal, Inc. Additive manufacturing allows service bureaus to extend the benefits of metal 3D printing — such as assembly consolidation, new levels of geometric freedom, and features like overhangs and internal channels — to their customers. [6-Axis Parallel Robotic Positioners for Alignment, Motion Simulation and Stabilization]( [6-Axis Parallel Robotic Positioners for Alignment, Motion Simulation and Stabilization]( from PI (Physik Instrumente) L.P. Hexapod systems, based on a 6-axis (XYZ, Pitch, Roll, Yaw) actuator system arranged in parallel between a top and bottom platform, provide lower inertia, improved dynamics, a smaller footprint, and higher stiffness compared to conventional serial kinematic systems. Hexapods have applications in astronomy, metrology, medical devices/life sciences, industrial safety, photonics and more. In this white paper, you'll learn how unstable work surfaces are stabilized using a gyroscope, controller and a 6-axis hexapod mechanism and how a PI hexapod helped Google engineers advance their cell phone cameras. [Customer Case Study — Cleveland Golf]( [Customer Case Study — Cleveland Golf]( from envisionTEC, Inc. In order to keep up with its strong heritage while also having a mind for the future, Cleveland Golf invested in additive manufacturing during the early millennium. EnvisionTEC spoke with Dan Nivanh, research and development engineer at Cleveland Golf, who is responsible for running the company's ULTRA® machine. [Assessing Condition of Overhead Transmission Conductors with Optoelectric Sensors]( [Assessing Condition of Overhead Transmission Conductors with Optoelectric Sensors]( from Ofil Ltd. Assessing the condition of overhead power conductors and predicting their end of life is what utilities aim to achieve with minimal cost and efforts. Analyzing the current condition of conductors compared to their past performance and to manufacturer's recommendations, can give a reasonably good prediction on their expected end of time. The analysis considers various objective parameters some of which can be easily measured, while others must be collected and plotted. Obviously, a reliable prediction relies on reliable data sources and data acquisitions. What are these options and how are they related to conductors' aging? [2 in 1: Confocal Sensors for Submicron Displacement and Thickness Measurements]( [2 in 1: Confocal Sensors for Submicron Displacement and Thickness Measurements]( from Micro-Epsilon Group In this era of Industry 4.0, sensors deployed in the manufacturing environment must perform high speed measurements and deliver high precision results so as to ensure reliable quality assurance. Controlling processes on modern production lines requires constant feedback of the machines and robots fabricating parts, as well as the status of the parts themselves. This white paper investigates how distance sensors play a critical role in these applications, detecting positions and displacements to ensure everything remains on track. [Molecular Diagnostics for Point-of-Care Instruments]( [Molecular Diagnostics for Point-of-Care Instruments]( from Norgren Life Science This white paper discusses the topic of Point-of-Care Testing (POCT). POCT is defined as molecular diagnostic tests performed outside the clinical laboratory near where the patient is receiving care. POCT is typically performed by non-laboratory personnel and the results are used for clinical decision making. POCT is essential for the rapid detection of analytes near to the patient, which facilitates better disease diagnosis, monitoring, and management. [Improving Pluggable Optical Module Performance through Novel, Durable Thermal Management Solution]( [Improving Pluggable Optical Module Performance through Novel, Durable Thermal Management Solution]( from Henkel Corporation — Electronics To manage the greater data bandwidth needs inherent with 4k rich media streaming, machine learning, data mining, and analytics, next-generation hyper-scale and cloud-scale data centers are transitioning to the 400 gigabit Ethernet (GbE) standard. While higher-speed switching and routing is necessary to manage 5G network traffic volumes, this move creates challenges for the resulting temperature rise in pluggable optical transceiver modules (POMs). In a common POM class Quad Small Form-factor Pluggable (QSFP), for example, power dissipation requirements have increased from a typical 4-5W in a QSFP-28 (100 GbE) to 15-20W for the latest-generation 400 GbE QSFP-Double Density (QSFP-DD) modules, and more than 20W for 400ZR Data Center Interconnect (DCI) links. Given the rise in power per module, effective heat management is required to deliver optimal performance; unfortunately, conventional thermal interface material (TIM) approaches are not ideal. [Fundamentals of Radome and Bumper Measurements using the R&S®QAR]( [Fundamentals of Radome and Bumper Measurements using the R&S®QAR]( from Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co, KG Due to design challenges, radar sensors are usually hidden behind bumpers or emblems, which can influence how well the radar sensor can interpret the outgoing and incoming data. To test radome and bumper influence on radar sensors, this white paper examines how the R&S®QAR quality automotive radome tester can help. © 2022 GlobalSpec. All rights reserved, 201 Fuller Road, Suite 202 Albany, NY, 12203-3621 , - 800.261.2052. All other products, company names, or other marks appearing in this e-newsletter are the trademarks and property of their respective owners. Please do not reply to this e-mail, as we are unable to respond from this address. If you would like to contact us, please send an email to: [newslettercomments@engineering360.com](mailto:newslettercomments@engineering360.com?subject=Re: White Paper Monthly Digest) You are receiving this email because you signed up for: White Paper Monthly Digest [Unsubscribe from this newsletter]( [Manage your subscriptions]( If a friend forwarded this e-newsletter and you'd like to receive it in the future, [subscribe directly](.