Table of contents
October 2024 | Volume 63 | Number 10
Special Sections
MEASUREMENT
Taking Industrial Metrology to the Next Level: Dimensional Measurements with 3D X-ray Microscopy
X-ray CT can obtain dimensions of internal features normally inaccessible with CMMs.
TEST & INSPECTION
How CT Quality Analysis of EV Batteries Can Help Address Demand and Performance
Higher volumes of new batteries and faster turnaround of recycled materials from those batteries—along with testing of used and repurposed ones—demand the most efficient quality-inspection approaches possible.
SOFTWARE
Big Money from Small Data
Over the last 25 years, I found endless opportunities to use small Excel files to cut costs and boost profits, often by millions of dollars.
SOFTWARE
Using Data to Drive Organizational Action
The primary challenge for quality professionals is not acquiring sufficient data but collecting the right data and analyzing it correctly.
MANAGEMENT
Machine Vision Project Management – What’s Different?
A major step towards avoiding issues is recognizing and adapting to the differences with machine vision.
AI
Transforming Quality Assurance with AI: Strategies for a Smarter Future
Integrating AI into quality control processes requires a thoughtful approach that goes beyond mere technology adoption. Here are some proven strategies to ensure successful AI empowerment in quality control.
Features
A 3D representation of the jellyroll to get an overview of the dataset e.g. to judge the segmentation quality. Source: Volume Graphics/Hexagon.
About The Cover
GD&T
Test & Inspection in Medical
Quality Software
Quality Certification
Fixturing
In the Next Issue
Industry News
The Latest Breaking News
Quality 101
How to Ensure Your Robots Operate Safely
Products
The Latest Products
Special Advertising Section
Case Studies
Buyers Guide / Sourcebook Premium Sponsors
Directory Listings
Contact us
Staff Contact Information
Departments
From the editor | Darryl Seland
Change and Adaptability
Speaking of Quality | Jim Spichiger
My Favorite Quality Tool
AME Column | Robert Martichenko
Workplace Stability
Guest Column | Harshala Patil
How QMS Helps with Nonconformance Product Management
Column | John Vandenbemden
ISO45001 and the OSHA Regulations
GUEST Column | Emily Hoshor and Sharla Rouwhorst
The Critical Role of Functional Gaging in Manufacturing
Exit Strategy Series | Dane Sanders
When It Makes Sense for a Business Owner to Walk Away from Selling
Columns
Quality Advertising Index
This index is provided as a reader service.
The publisher assumes no liability for errors or omissions.
NDT Adverting Index
NDT Adverting Index
This index is provided as a reader service.
The publisher assumes no liability for errors or omissions.
Extra Online Content
Podcast
Fatigue Testing Questions Answered
How much do you know about fatigue testing? Jarid Robinson, a product coordinator materials testing of Shimadzu Scientific Instruments, explains fatigue testing trends today, what quality professionals should know about using this type of equipment, and clears up some common misconceptions about the technology. For more on the subject, read this article on the subject: Adapting to Modern Demands in Fatigue Testing.
Podcast
The State of Quality Today
A ETQ survey found that 73% of respondents had a product recall in their company in the past five years, with costs reaching $99.9M in the U.S. alone for each recall. ETQ recently released findings from its formal survey of more than 750 manufacturing firms across the U.S. and Europe to understand the state of quality in manufacturing. Vick Vaishnavi, CEO of ETQ, a Hexagon company, talks with Quality to explain the results, from recalls to AI.
Podcast
What’s Next for the Metrology World
The Coordinate Metrology Society just wrapped up its 40th conference. Justin Novak talks about what’s next for the society, the future (and past) of electric vehicles, and how to do well at your next CMSC 5K.
Podcast
Why Standardization is Not the Enemy of Innovation
Chris Cantrell, senior managing director, standards and engineering services, at ASME, explains how standards can help companies get ahead, innovate, and access a broader market base. For more on the subject, look for Chris’s column: The X Factor: Why Companies that Invest in Standardization Can Realize Their Growth Goals.
Extra Online Content
Podcast
RAM-ing It Home
Quality sat down with Greg Weaver, founder and president at Weaver NDT, to talk about the Resonance Acoustic Method (RAM).
Podcast
The Latest in Magnetic Particle Inspection
It’s fun to talk about but laborious to do, says George Hopman of NDE Solutions Inc. He offers his advice on magnetic particle inspection and explains the latest in the technology.
PODCAST
Don’t Let Quality 4.0 Intimidate You
Dr. Milton Krivokucha shares how he got interested in the subject, and what manufacturers should know before implementing it.
PODCASt
The Guide to Styli Basics
Linda Goodwin-Marino of Paul Marino Gages talks styli basics. She explains what’s new in terms of styli, offers advice for manufacturers on improving measurement, and trends in quality.
PODCAST
What Training Looks Like Now
Kimberlee Humphrey, president and CEO of Association for Manufacturing Excellence (AME), discusses training success stories, the rise of “new collar” workers, and why manufacturers shouldn’t get hung up on traditional job requirements.
Extra Online Content
Connect with Quality
Connect with us to receive updates and to network with other industry professionals just like you.
