NIST

Influence of Ligament Size on Charpy Impact Test Results

NIST published a study on the influence of ligament size and tolerances on Charpy impact test results. The study supports a proposal to revise ASTM standards to align with ISO 148-1 regarding ligament length specifications.

NIST Develops New Gas Flow Standard

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has developed a new Semiconductor Low Flow Standard (SLowFlowS) capable of measuring gas flows as low as 0.01 standard cm³/min. This development aims to improve accuracy in determining small volumes for ultra-low flowrate measurements.

End-effector Pose Extrapolation using Wireless Channel State Information

NIST has published a paper detailing a method for end-effector pose extrapolation using wireless channel state information. The research demonstrates improvements in physical robot performance by adapting to real-time radio frequency channel conditions, potentially leading to wider adoption of wireless technology in industrial settings.

Eliminating Obsolete Marking Requirements for Toy, Look-Alike, and Imitation Firearms

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is removing obsolete marking requirements for toy, look-alike, and imitation firearms. This rule, published in the Federal Register, eliminates outdated regulations to streamline compliance for manufacturers and retailers.

NIST Eliminates Obsolete Regulations for Advanced Technology Program

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has finalized a rule to remove obsolete regulations pertaining to the Advanced Technology Program and the Technology Innovation Program. This action aims to streamline regulations and remove outdated requirements.