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Physical Testing is Alive and Well Throughout the Engineering World

On April 4, 2023, Posted by

In this digital world, it may be hard for some to believe that there’s still a place for anything manual or physical – especially in the engineering realm. And, while it’s true that today’s technologies have cut into the dependence on physical testing, real-world data remains the lifeblood of the…

Non-Destructive Testing

On March 22, 2023, Posted by

One can verify that a part, product, or structure meets certain standards in many ways. For example, a car crash tests are an example of a testing method whereas that being tested is destroyed. While this is acceptable for prototype testing, it is not acceptable for in-service equipment or parts…

Subjective Quality Testing is Becoming a Thing of the Past

On February 21, 2023, Posted by

What comes to mind when you look at your automobile, washing machine, lawn mower, or any other product? For many, it’s the manufacturer’s name attached to that product. And to protect their brand, reputation, and market share, those manufacturers are increasingly diligent about quality. And for an OEM, that includes…

Signalysis Supports Community in “Run for the Poor”

On June 13, 2022, Posted by

June 11, 2022, was a great morning for a run in Greater Cincinnati and Signalysis stepped up with a $1,200 donation to St. Vincent dePaul’s annual Run for the Poor.  Signalysis believes that companies have a responsibility to support their communities; and this is an example of putting words into…

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…