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The Knowledge Extraction and Application (KEA) project will contribute to standards and test methods that normalize models, methods, and technologies for
Induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) populations are complex, dynamic and heterogeneous. Individual cells within a population are constantly changing, while
Part quality in additive manufacturing (AM) is highly dependent on the process control, but there is a lack of adequate AM control methods and standards. In
Precise measurements of thermal properties at the nanoscale are needed to engineer advanced and heterogeneously integrated devices, but measurements at this
A novel method for measuring multiaxial stress-strain curves in sheet metal has been designed based on a modified Marciniak punch stretching geometry. Since the
The Measurement Science for Additive Manufacturing program aims to develop and deploy advances in measurement science that will enable rapid design-to-product
Robotic systems continue to grow as essential tools in strengthening U.S. manufacturing competitiveness by enabling dramatically greater responsiveness and
Laser-based manufacturing processes such as laser welding and laser powder bed fusion (metal additive manufacturing) depend critically on the absorption of
In laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) additive manufacturing the laser power levels are typically from 50 W to 1 kW. Power measurements in this range are typically
The Metal Additive Manufacturing Powder (MAMP) Consortium brings together stakeholders to develop deeper understanding of additive manufacturing (AM) metal
A new publication describes METIS, a Metrology Exchange to Innovate in Semiconductors We are seeking comments on the draft publication through February 16, 2024
First responders, athletes, consumers, and the military rely on protective equipment to prevent blunt trauma from an impact. Understanding of the relationship
Multi-physics models are necessary to simulate, study, and optimize metal additive manufacturing (AM) processes, such as powder bed fusion (PBF) and directed
Our goal is to develop, advance, and demonstrate measurements that facilitate Nanoimprint Lithography (NIL) as a viable technology for the patterning of robust
Advances in methods, instrumentation and standards promote the development of measurement science capabilities in separation technology and physical-chemical
Part quality in additive manufacturing (AM) is highly variable due to inadequate dimensional tolerances, surface roughness, and defects, thereby limiting its
Mobile Robotic Systems, which include mobile bases (wheeled or legged) and onboard systems (manipulators, sensors, and end effectors such as tools, grippers
The Model-Based Enterprise (MBE) program aims to answer how a manufacturer can match product needs to process capabilities to determine the best assets and ways
Model-Based Enterprise (MBE) requires information about the capability (or provided value) of a manufacturing system to enable systems-focused decision making
To develop and deploy to industry advances in standards and measurement science for model-based messaging standards and service-modeling methodology to enable
The key to efficient and effective manufacturing operations is oftentimes knowledge of what will and will not work. In most instances, this knowledge may be
Maintaining manufacturing process performance is becoming more challenging as 1) existing equipment becomes older and worn; 2) process complexity increases with
Advanced methods to measure the thermal properties of thin films and interfaces are required to understand and improve microelectronic device fabrication