For good measure
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An overview of new metrology products for accurate measurements in manufacturing is given. The ITP Flexi-measure is a portable coordinate measuring machine (CMM) ideal for 3-D inspection, digitizing and scanning. The video-based multi-sensor CMM, Optima, is available in manual, computer-control and motorized versions. Mitutoyo offers Shore Durometers in digital and analogue models to test plastics, leather and rubber. Other products include a Visual Inspection System from JL Automation, tool presetters from TSB Metrology, and Renishaw MP3 probing machine.
Publication Name: Engineering
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0013-7782
Year: 1996
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Selling space
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Space technologies provide turnover of an estimated 0.75 billion pounds sterling for UK companies. The most positive aspect of these technologies is that they have an extremely wide range of applications. The UK has a number of pioneering space engineering concerns, including IGG, ESYS and SSTL. The British National Space Centre is making considerable efforts to ensure that UK space technology companies are able to fully participate in international ventures involving space technology.
Publication Name: Engineering
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0013-7782
Year: 1997
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