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Product Quality Tips & Techniques: Post Process Design-Time Mode

On December 30, 2020, Posted by

SigQC version 14.3.2.1 and greater supports a feature termed Post Process Template Design-Time Mode. This feature is designed to aid development of post process templates by allowing intermediate results to be viewed interactively.

Concert Sound Monitoring

On November 16, 2020, Posted by

It’s no surprise that the number of noise complaints has risen with the recent growth in amphitheater construction.  Throughout the country, communities are adopting tougher noise control ordinances requiring amphitheaters to either conform or be fined.  But amphitheater management can remove the burden of proving conformance by adopting a successful…

Shock Response Spectrum Analysis

On November 3, 2020, Posted by

Shock Response Spectrum (SRS) analysis was under development as a standard data processing method in the early 1960’s.  SRS was initially used by U.S. Department of Defense engineering contractors and government R&D facilities.  Dr. Irwin Vigness of the U.S. Navy Research Lab did much to establish the method as an…

A Typical Day?

On August 24, 2020, Posted by

There’s no such thing as a typical day at Signalysis – especially during these interesting times. But if you would like to take a quick tour of the office and meet some of the people who make Signalysis such a special place you’re in luck! Check out the “Signalysis Company…

Let’s Meet: Craig Coleman

On July 28, 2020, Posted by

Ever wonder who the brains (and voice) is behind Signalysis videos? Why its none other than Signalysis A/V Production Lead, Craig Coleman. In this interview Craig gives us some insight into his experience along with what we can expect to see (and hear) from the Signalysis media department in the…

Let’s Meet: NASA Bob Coleman

On June 23, 2020, Posted by

What was it like to receive a job offer from Wernher von Braun? What is the NASA “Silver Snoopy Award”? Why were Polaris rockets blowing up on the test stand? Read about Signalysis Sr. Research Engineer, Bob Coleman’s work with vibration, rocket technology, the space shuttle, and how this experience…

Gearbox Tester Makes Golf Carts Whisper Quiet

On May 29, 2020, Posted by

This from Industrial Equipment News magazine… Custom machine builder Farris Automated Systems is working with Signalysis on a custom gearbox tester for golf carts. The machine uses a non-contact vibration sensor that’s so accurate, it not only tells you what gear has the problem, but it can tell you what…

Signalysis in the News

On May 28, 2020, Posted by

This from Industrial Equipment News… “Gearbox Tester Makes Golf Carts Whisper Quiet“ Today, we’re back at custom machine builder Farris Automated Systems, which is working with Signalysis on this custom gearbox tester for golf carts. The machine uses a non-contact vibration sensor that’s so accurate, it not only tells you…

Quality Inspection Test Systems for DC Motors

On April 24, 2020, Posted by

The Signalysis DC Motor Test System replaces subjective tests with advanced vibration, sound, motor current and travel velocity algorithms and metrics. This turnkey assembly line test station has proven invaluable for DC motor verification – either stand-alone or as a part of sub-assemblies. This test system provides manufacturers and their…

Beyond Simulation: A Need for Physical Validation

On March 30, 2020, Posted by

While design and simulation tools have clearly taken the product development process and product quality to new levels, there remains a real need for physical science-based validation. Manufacturing, assembly, and design imperfections can manifest into expensive quality issues including mounting customer complaints, recalls, excessive warranty claims, and lost market share…