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Beyond Hertz: Accurate Analytical Force–Indentation Equations for AFM Nanoindentation with Spherical Tips
by Stylianos-Vasileios Kontomaris, Anna Malamou, Gamal M. Ismail, Anna Katsiki and Andreas Stylianou
Metrology 2025, 5(4), 63; https://doi.org/10.3390/metrology5040063 - 23 Oct 2025
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The Hertz equation is the most widely used equation for data processing in AFM nanoindentation experiments on soft samples when using spherical indenters. Although valid only for small indentation depths relative to the tip radius, it is usually preferred because it directly relates [...] Read more.
The Hertz equation is the most widely used equation for data processing in AFM nanoindentation experiments on soft samples when using spherical indenters. Although valid only for small indentation depths relative to the tip radius, it is usually preferred because it directly relates applied force to indentation depth. Sneddon derived accurate equations relating force and contact radius to indentation depth for shallow and deep indentations, but they are rarely used in practice. This paper presents analytical approaches to solving Sneddon’s nonlinear system. Using Taylor series expansions and a simple equation linking applied force, average contact radius, and indentation depth, we derive a two-term equation that directly relates force to indentation depth. This expression is accurate for h ≤ 1.5 R, where h is the indentation depth and R is the indenter radius, making it applicable to most practical AFM measurements on soft materials. It should be used instead of the Hertzian model for extracting Young’s modulus, thereby enhancing measurement accuracy without increasing the complexity of data processing. In addition, the results are generalized to produce a series solution that is valid for large indentation depths. The newly derived equations proposed in this paper are tested on both simulated and experimental data from cells, demonstrating excellent accuracy. Full article
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Study on the Correlation Between Surface Roughness and Tool Wear Using Automated In-Process Roughness Measurement in Milling
by Friedrich Bleicher, Benjamin Raumauf and Günther Poszvek
Metrology 2025, 5(4), 62; https://doi.org/10.3390/metrology5040062 - 15 Oct 2025
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The growing demand for automated production systems is driving continuous innovation in smart and data-driven manufacturing technologies. In the field of production metrology, the trend is shifting from using measurement laboratories to integrating measurement systems directly into production processes. This has led the [...] Read more.
The growing demand for automated production systems is driving continuous innovation in smart and data-driven manufacturing technologies. In the field of production metrology, the trend is shifting from using measurement laboratories to integrating measurement systems directly into production processes. This has led the Institute of Manufacturing Technology at TU Vienna together with its partners to develop a roughness measurement device that can be directly integrated into machine tools. Building on this foundation, this study tries to find applications beyond mere surface roughness assessment and demonstrates how the device could be applied in broader contexts of manufacturing process monitoring. By linking surface measurements with tool wear monitoring, the study establishes a correlation between surface roughness and wear progression of indexable inserts in milling. It demonstrates how in situ data can support predictive maintenance and the real-time adjustment of cutting parameters. This represents a first step toward integrating in situ metrology into closed-loop control in machining. The experimental setup followed ISO 8688-1 guidelines for tool life testing. Indexable inserts were operated throughout their entire service life while surface roughness was continuously recorded. In parallel, cutting edge conditions were documented at defined intervals using focus variation microscopy. The results show a consistent three-phase pattern: initially stable roughness, followed by a steady increase due to flank wear, and an abrupt decrease in roughness linked to edge chipping. These findings confirm the potential of integrated roughness measurement for condition-based monitoring and the development of adaptive machining strategies. Full article
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Complexities of Lighting Measurement and Calculation
by Elena Serea, Codrin Donciu and Marinel Costel Temneanu
Metrology 2025, 5(4), 61; https://doi.org/10.3390/metrology5040061 - 13 Oct 2025
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Lighting measurements and calculation is an old and widespread process, evolving with the variety of technologies that use light or operate efficiently depending on the natural or artificial light conditions in the ambient environment. The complexity of human activities gives rise to different [...] Read more.
Lighting measurements and calculation is an old and widespread process, evolving with the variety of technologies that use light or operate efficiently depending on the natural or artificial light conditions in the ambient environment. The complexity of human activities gives rise to different techniques and approaches to lighting effect analysis, and this paper aims to clarify which type of units, photometric or radiometric, are appropriate, and which light measurement and calculation techniques are optimal for evaluating the environmental microclimate intended for an activity. Quantitative lighting analysis is common and accessible through the measuring devices, calculation formulas, and simulation software available. In contrast, qualitative analysis remains less prevalent, partly due to its complexity and the need to consider human perception as a central component in assessing lighting impact, as emphasized by the human-centric lighting paradigm. Current evaluation frameworks distinguish between the quantitative and qualitative approaches, with actinic calculations addressing biologically relevant aspects of lighting in specific environmental contexts. Full article
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Establishment of a Real-Time Monitoring System for the Flow Rate and Concentration of Process Gases for Calculating Tier 4 Emissions in the Semiconductor/Display Industry
by Bong Gyu Jeong, Sang-Hoon Park, Deuk-Hoon Goh and Bong-Jae Lee
Metrology 2025, 5(4), 60; https://doi.org/10.3390/metrology5040060 - 1 Oct 2025
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In this study, we propose a simple and effective method for gas analysis by establishing a correlation between residual gas analyzer (RGA) intensity and gas concentration. To achieve this, we focused on CF4 and NF3, two high-global warming potential (GWP) [...] Read more.
In this study, we propose a simple and effective method for gas analysis by establishing a correlation between residual gas analyzer (RGA) intensity and gas concentration. To achieve this, we focused on CF4 and NF3, two high-global warming potential (GWP) gases commonly used in industrial applications. The experiment was conducted in four key steps: identifying gas species using optical emission spectroscopy (OES), calibrating RGA with a quadrupole mass spectrometer (QMS), constructing a five-point calibration graph to correlate RGA and Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR) data, and estimating the concentration of unknown samples using the calibration graph. The results under plasma-on conditions demonstrated correlation and accuracy, confirming the reliability of our approach. In other words, the method effectively captured the relationship between RGA intensity and gas concentration, providing valuable insights into concentration trends. Thus, our approach serves as a useful tool for estimating gas concentrations and understanding the correlation between RGA intensity and gas composition. Full article
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Measurement Uncertainty Evaluation: Differences Between Virtual Experiments and the Standardized Approach
by Gertjan Kok and Marcel van Dijk
Metrology 2025, 5(4), 59; https://doi.org/10.3390/metrology5040059 - 26 Sep 2025
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Virtual experiments (VE) can be used to assess the measurement uncertainty of complex measurements. The typical calculation procedure implemented in such a VE, called VE-DA in this paper, is based on a Monte Carlo method involving simulating possible measurement errors and possible measurement [...] Read more.
Virtual experiments (VE) can be used to assess the measurement uncertainty of complex measurements. The typical calculation procedure implemented in such a VE, called VE-DA in this paper, is based on a Monte Carlo method involving simulating possible measurement errors and possible measurement data based on extensive modeling of the measurement instrument, followed by applying a data analysis function (DA) to evaluate the measurement data. This procedure is similar to the propagation of distributions using a Monte Carlo method (PoD) procedure presented in the written standard JCGM-101, in which the Monte Carlo method is applied to an explicit mathematical model for the measurand involving simulating and applying possible corrections to the observed measurement data. However, in this paper, we show that the uncertainty provided by the VE-DA procedure can be both larger and smaller than the uncertainty evaluated based on applying the PoD to the correct measurement model, when available. This is important to realize by users of the VE-DA procedure when claiming conformity of an uncertainty evaluation with JCGM-101. Full article
(This article belongs to the Collection Measurement Uncertainty)
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Vision-Based Characterization of Gear Transmission Mechanisms to Improve 3D Laser Scanner Accuracy
by Fernando Lopez-Medina, José A. Núñez-López, Oleg Sergiyenko, Dennis Molina-Quiroz, Cesar Sepulveda-Valdez, Jesús R. Herrera-García, Vera Tyrsa and Ruben Alaniz-Plata
Metrology 2025, 5(4), 58; https://doi.org/10.3390/metrology5040058 - 25 Sep 2025
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Some laser scanners utilize stepper motor-driven optomechanical assemblies to position the laser beam precisely during triangulation. In laser scanners such as the presented Technical Vision System (TVS), to enhance motion resolution, gear transmissions are implemented between the motor and the optical assembly. However, [...] Read more.
Some laser scanners utilize stepper motor-driven optomechanical assemblies to position the laser beam precisely during triangulation. In laser scanners such as the presented Technical Vision System (TVS), to enhance motion resolution, gear transmissions are implemented between the motor and the optical assembly. However, due to the customized nature of the mechanical design, errors in manufacturing or insufficient mechanical characterization can introduce deviations in the computed 3D coordinates. In this work, we present a novel method for estimating the degrees-per-step ratio at the output of the laser positioner’s transmission mechanism using a stereovision system. Experimental results demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed method, which reduces the need for manual metrological instruments and simplifies the calibration procedure through vision-assisted measurements. The method yielded estimated angular resolutions of approximately 0.06° and 0.07° per motor step in the horizontal and vertical axes, respectively, key parameters that define the minimal resolvable displacement of the projected beam in dynamic triangulation. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Advancements in Optical Measurement Devices and Technologies)
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