User CaseOptical 3D measurement to identify the waviness on gear tooth flanksThe waviness of a tooth flank can cause unpleasant noises in the interior of a motor vehicle. Using high-resolution and area-based measurement technology, Honda has succeeded in isolating and quantifying the waviness from the roughness on a flank.
 
User CaseRoush Yates: Failure analysis and in-depth surface finish inspectionWith NASCAR Sprint Cup, Roush Yates is well known for its powerful and reliable racing engines. Here, failure analysis is the key to understanding the durability of engine components.
 
User CaseNew trend in press-fit technology: Measuring the geometry of pins optically in 3DFrank Uibel, a long-time expert in the field of press-fit technology and active member of the IPC, recommends Bruker Alicona technology as a "fast, simple and accurate measuring tool" for the geometric verification of press-fit zones. We wanted to know why and asked him these questions.