Update
ASTM International’s paint and related coatings, materials, and applications committee is developing a proposed standard that focuses on the recalibration of pXRF analyzers using new paint samples that have known concentrations of lead, improving… more
Industry sectors:
Metals & Materials
Features
One of the enduring images of the COVID-19 years was the sight of dozens of large cargo ships idling offshore near Long Beach, California. This vital port, along with many others around the world, was dealing with major logistical bottlenecks even… more
Update
ASTM International’s robotics, automation, and autonomous systems committee (F45) has approved the formation of a new subcommittee on applications (F45.07). The subcommittee is a response to the expanding use of robotics and automation throughout… more
Industry sectors:
Manufacturing
Update
Proposed standard practices focusing on the measurement of mobile manipulator performance and recording the workpiece test configuration are being developed by ASTM International’s robotics, automation, and autonomous systems committee (F45). The… more