Case Studies

Precise positioning of miniature components during the manufacture of hard disk drives and the movement of robots during delicate medical surgery all rely on the exact positioning provided by linear drives. Nano-positioning devices are used in the manufacture of hard disk drives where exact positioning of components is essentia...

With the growth of diamond trading hubs in India and China, an improved infrastructure is needed to support the classification of cut diamonds at the highest standards and preserve Antwerp’s world-class reputation. This will give traders greater confidence in the diamonds they buy and sell in Antwerp, encouraging trade and stre...

There are many different methods to analyse surfaces and interfaces, each with advantages and disadvantages. Imaging plays a key role in medical research and drug discovery, identifying the spatial distribution of particles, locating drug targets, and assessing drug distribution. This type of analysis depends on reliable compar...

Many engineering products, such as car clutch assemblies and machine tools, undergo high friction during their service life. New materials are constantly being investigated that will provide better performance and increased durability against friction or chemical degradation. Such products require rigorous testing to understand...

Milling and cutting tools, used in precision manufacturing, are subject to wear with use. Tools designed with specific profiles can develop worn surfaces or ridges. These micron-scale flaws affect performance, meaning tools do not produce products as intended. This leads to higher component rejection rates, higher costs and man...

Many companies are developing products that require a detailed understanding of surface chemistry, such as new catalytic exhaust systems to reduce car emissions, and new coatings to improve optical and functional properties of microelectronics. Such innovations need very precise non-destructive measurement techniques to study ...