Our articles present knowledge and ideas, gained from our ultra-precision engineering projects to our research & development programmes.
Developing high-performance mechatronic systems requires fast, flexible dynamic analysis throughout the design process. The IBS Dynamics Toolbox enables continuous performance evaluation through a modular, user-friendly approach, demonstrated and experimentally validated using an adjustable mirror application.
Performance of model–based feedforward controllers is typically limited by the accuracy of the inverse system dynamics model. Physics guided neural network(PGNN) feedforward control proposes a general framework for inversion–based feedforward controller design.
The Dutch Society for Precision Engineering invited IBS's owner Henny Spaan, being one of the entrepreneurial pioneers in Dutch metrology, to write the editorial for an issue of Mikroniek, professional journal on precision engineering of DSPE.
See how a range of aspheres are qualified using latest CMM techniques.
Read why international standards such as ISO are so important to manufacturing and to IBS (Dutch).
The ALICE detector at CERN's hadron collider was recently upgraded. Read about how IBS supported CERN and partner institutes worldwide with sensor module assembly machines.
Whitepaper - Robust inline force verification in the Newton range with mN resolution, combining high repeatability, easy integration and production-ready durability. Including nanometer-level displacement measurement.
In the production of flexible electronics, in-line 3D metrology of nanometer-scale features revolutionise the production process making time-consuming off-line measurements for process control unnecessary.
Web-guiding and in-line metrology innovations deliver nanometre precision for inspection of printed electronics.
Together with their colleagues Rens van der Nolle (Mechanical Engineer at IBS) and Werner Knapen (Account Manager Bosch Rexroth) built a linear precision module for in-line surface measurements of foil (Dutch).
CMMs are widely used for 3D metrology of parts in science and industry. ISARA 400 advances coordinate metrology into ultra-precision accuracy.
Multi-probe error separation independently determines target geometry and spindle error motion from a single measurement, enabling reliable spindle characterisation even when both error sources are of similar magnitude.
The Rotary Inspector performs ISO 10791-6-based dynamic measurements in <1 minute and delivers Q/P KPIs as a digital quality report, enabling rapid correction and audit-ready proof.
This whitepaper presents an analysis on the stability of the pivot line of rotary axes using a fast and accurate 3D measuring method to determine the dynamic 5-axis performance of the machine.
In the course of machine tool accuracy investigations many methods have been developed. This paper focuses on methods suitable for automation and hence industrial application.
Turbine manufacturing is a high-complexity, high-precision process requiring true 6-axis grinding. Read how Blohm Jung are addressing this challenge.
At IBS we support companies to measure and optimise their machines, in line with best practice. This article presents a fast and accurate method for the dynamic 3D measurement of thermal stability
Case study - Magtrol has successfully implemented both radial bearings and air bushings into their torque test and calibration suite to improve product quality
Case study - IBS supported SparkNano in their high-temperature Spatial ALD application, with the integration of custom made full carbon air bearings, designed to withstand up to 250°C.
An Air Bearing was tested under a 570N payload and 5 bar operating air pressure. The results show that the Air Bearing is quiet, with a noise level of less than 2.5nm. The noise level is reduced when air is applied.
Exploiting air bearings in roll-to-roll. Non-contact, almost zero friction, and no static build-up benefits production processes.
In roll-to-roll processes for printed electronics, avoiding web contact is critical to reduce damage and contamination. Air bearings deliver contactless, precision control for printing, drying and inspection processes.
How can you shape substrates to your wishes without even touching them. Read how the magic is done.
Air bearings can be exploited by mechanical engineers to extend their design capabilities for precision manufacturing systems. Read about some surprising new applications.