Standardisation of dynamic large volume metrology
The development of dimensional metrology test methods allows the application of novel large volume metrology (LVM) technologies to expand into new areas such as robot guidance, in-line monitoring of industrial robots and manufacturing process control. NPL’s research in this field will enable innovative, UK-built, multi-target LVM systems to enhance the performance of industrial robots and increase the flexibility of automation.
Image analysis
Assessing uncertainty within the field of image analysis is challenging due to the complexity of methods available for the collation and processing of data. However, it has become an important requirement due to the rise of machine learning and the opportunities this technology presents.
NPL is helping manufacturers to extract, quantify and interpret information captured in an image or video. Our ability to work with complex, mixed-modality data, such as point cloud, mesh and parametric computer-aided design (CAD) models, has enabled us to pioneer methods for synthetic data generation. When combined with traditional validation approaches, these can be used to calculate uncertainty estimations and provide confidence in data collection methods, allowing our customers to make better informed decisions and to optimise their data collection processes.
NPL can help you establish the confidence required to capitalise on these technological advances. We can create bespoke analysis routines to operate as a standalone GUI application, an automated service within an edge node or system or even integrated into a cloud platform such as Azure.