Measuring the vibration of objects under extreme conditions
Some applications require measuring something in operation that is subject to extreme or harsh enviromental conditions. Often in these cases a stand off measurement system would need to be used. These ar…
Measuring the vibration of objects that are out of reach
There are various circumstances where you may want to measure the vibration of an object that is out of reach. It may be too dangerous, too costly or too time-consuming to reach, but there may still be an …
What is Topography or Surface Metrology and why is it important?
Surface metrology plays a crucial role in ensuring product quality and performance in precision engineering and other manufacturing.
Delicate structures in space: How NASA used Polytec vibrometers to make sure their solar sail would survive in space
Testing structures destined for space while still on Earth presents a unique challenge. Ideally, they should be tested in an environment that mimics space as closely as possible – but most testing instrume…
100 years Heinz G. Lossau
A greeting from Dr. Karl Spanner, for 42 years Managing Director of PI GmbH & Co. KG and business companion of Heinz G. Lossau.
