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What Is a Laser Tracker? How Portable 3D Metrology Works

Learn how laser trackers work, why they are used for large-scale dimensional inspection, precision alignment, tooling certification, aerospace, manufacturing and other industrial metrology applications.

Updated August 30, 2026Read Article →

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3D scanning and digital twin technology for aircraft inspection and aerospace maintenance

Aerospace Manufacturing

3D Scanning and Digital Twins for Aircraft Inspection: What the Air Force Is Testing in 2026

The U.S. Air Force is testing autonomous 3D scanning and digital-twin systems for aircraft inspection at Warner Robins. Here is what the technology does, what it does not automatically do, and why the engineering question still determines the measurement requirement.

Updated October 3, 2026Read →

CAD comparison color deviation map virtual fit-up aerospace assembly verification

Aerospace Manufacturing

How Virtual Fit-Up Helps Reduce Rework in Aerospace Manufacturing

Individually acceptable components do not automatically guarantee a successful assembly. Learn how measurement-based virtual fit-up helps aerospace teams evaluate interfaces and assembly conditions before components physically meet.

Updated September 1, 2026Read →

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