{"id":5162,"date":"2025-10-10T15:07:38","date_gmt":"2025-10-10T13:07:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gbs-metrology.com\/?post_type=blog&#038;p=5162"},"modified":"2025-12-17T16:04:10","modified_gmt":"2025-12-17T15:04:10","slug":"tactile-measurement","status":"publish","type":"blog","link":"https:\/\/gbs-metrology.com\/en\/blog\/tactile-measurement\/","title":{"rendered":"Tactile Measurement: A Detailed Overview"},"content":{"rendered":"    <section id=\"blog-post-block_b7d64db79071901b0964c971002745b9\" class=\"ArticleMultiCon  blog-post\"\r\n             data-uniqid=\"69e0a3c3ce306\">\r\n        <div class=\"container unrules\">\r\n            <div class=\"page-breadcrumbs\"><span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/gbs-metrology.com\/en\/\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"16\" height=\"17\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 17\" fill=\"none\">\r\n  <path d=\"M6.01325 2.39336L2.41992 5.19336C1.81992 5.66003 1.33325 6.65336 1.33325 7.40669V12.3467C1.33325 13.8934 2.59325 15.16 4.13992 15.16H11.8599C13.4066 15.16 14.6666 13.8934 14.6666 12.3534V7.50003C14.6666 6.69336 14.1266 5.66003 13.4666 5.20003L9.34659 2.31336C8.41325 1.66003 6.91325 1.69336 6.01325 2.39336Z\" stroke=\"#3F4A50\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\r\n  <path d=\"M8 12.4933V10.4933\" stroke=\"#3F4A50\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\r\n<\/svg>Home<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/div>        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"container\">\r\n            <div class=\"ArticleMultiConHero\">\r\n                <div class=\"ArticleMultiConHeroTop\">\r\n                    <time datetime=\"2025-10-10T15:07:38+02:00\">\r\n                        10\/10\/2025                    <\/time>\r\n                    <span class=\"ArticleMultiConHeroTopCat\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                <h1 class=\"ArticleMultiConHeroTitle\">Tactile Measurement: A Detailed Overview<\/h1>\r\n                <div class=\"ArticleMultiConHeroPerson\">\r\n                    <div class=\"ArticleMultiConHeroPersonImg\">\r\n                                                                    <\/div>\r\n                    <div class=\"ArticleMultiConHeroPersonData\">\r\n                        <div class=\"ArticleMultiConHeroPersonDataTitle\">\r\n                                                    <\/div>\r\n                        <div class=\"ArticleMultiConHeroPersonDataText\">\r\n                            \r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                                    <figure class=\"ArticleMultiConHeroImage\">\r\n                        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"160\" src=\"https:\/\/gbs-metrology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/HalleStandard-768x192.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium_large size-medium_large wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gbs-metrology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/HalleStandard-768x192.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gbs-metrology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/HalleStandard-300x75.jpg 300w, https:\/\/gbs-metrology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/HalleStandard.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/>                    <\/figure>\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"ArticleMultiConWrap\">\r\n                                <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContent\">\r\n                                        <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlock \" id=\"69e0a3c3d29ff\" data-type=\"navi\">\r\n\r\n                                            <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlockMenu\"><\/div>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                            <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlock \" id=\"69e0a3c3d2a04\" data-type=\"text\">\r\n\r\n                                                                                    <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlockText text_default\">\r\n                        <ul>\n<li data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"402\"><strong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"82\">Tactile Measurement is Proven but Increasingly Limited in Modern Manufacturing<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"402\">Optical metrology captures surfaces contactlessly, quickly, and with high resolution.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"402\">GBS metrology GmbH offers a wide range of optical solutions with the smartWLI series.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"402\">Modern measurement systems enable automation and inline integration.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"402\">Companies benefit from increased efficiency and process reliability.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"404\" data-end=\"677\">Tactile measurement has been an established method for decades to capture surface structures and geometries in industry and research. The method is known for its reliability and standardization but is increasingly limited as modern technologies provide new possibilities.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"679\" data-end=\"999\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Especially in the inspection of micro-geometries and surface roughness, conventional tactile methods reach their limits. The following article explains the fundamentals of tactile metrology, highlights its disadvantages, and compares them with the advantages of modern optical metrology as offered by GBS metrology GmbH.<\/p>\n                    <\/div>\r\n                                        <\/div>\r\n                            <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlock \" id=\"69e0a3c3d2a08\" data-type=\"text\">\r\n\r\n                                                                    <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlockTitle headline_default headline_h2\">\r\n                        <h2>Measurement Methods in Transition<\/h2>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                                                <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlockText text_default\">\r\n                        <p data-start=\"41\" data-end=\"254\">Tactile measurement systems operate on the principle of mechanical scanning. A probe, often made of carbide or diamond, moves across the surface of a workpiece to record height variations and surface structures.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"256\" data-end=\"599\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">This method has gained recognition primarily for its compliance with standards and the ability to trace measurements using certified reference standards. In industrial manufacturing and quality assurance, tactile measurement long served as the standard, particularly for surface roughness assessment and the inspection of workpiece geometries.<\/p>\n                    <\/div>\r\n                                        <\/div>\r\n                            <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlock \" id=\"69e0a3c3d2a0c\" data-type=\"text\">\r\n\r\n                                                                    <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlockTitle headline_default headline_h2\">\r\n                        <h2>Function and Procedure of Tactile Measurements<\/h2>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                                                <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlockText text_default\">\r\n                        <p data-start=\"54\" data-end=\"330\">Tactile measurement uses a physically moved probe that is guided along a predefined path over the surface to be inspected. The system records height deviations with high precision. The measurement data are evaluated electronically and provide values such as Ra, Rz, or Rmax.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"332\" data-end=\"628\">The results serve as a basis for compliance with production standards and quality guidelines. Measurements are usually taken at discrete points or along defined lines, achieving high repeatability. Standards such as ISO EN 21920 regulate the execution and evaluation of the measurement results.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"869\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">\n<li data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"714\">\n<p data-start=\"632\" data-end=\"714\">Tactile measurement involves physical contact between the probe and the surface.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"715\" data-end=\"783\">\n<p data-start=\"717\" data-end=\"783\">The method provides standardized, traceable measurement results.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"784\" data-end=\"869\" data-is-last-node=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"786\" data-end=\"869\" data-is-last-node=\"\">Data are typically collected point-by-point or along lines with high repeatability.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n                    <\/div>\r\n                                        <\/div>\r\n                            <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlock \" id=\"69e0a3c3d2a0f\" data-type=\"text\">\r\n\r\n                                                                    <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlockTitle headline_default headline_h2\">\r\n                        <h2>Weaknesses and Limitations of Tactile Measurement Methods<\/h2>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                                                <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlockText text_default\">\r\n                        <p data-start=\"65\" data-end=\"239\">Despite their widespread use, tactile measurement systems reach their limits in modern manufacturing environments. Mechanical contact can damage sensitive or soft surfaces.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"241\" data-end=\"697\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Measurements are time-consuming, as the probe must trace each contour individually. Automated and inline-capable processes can only be implemented to a limited extent. For very small structures and complex geometries, measurement accuracy is limited, especially if the probe tip radius is large relative to the features being measured. Additionally, this method is not suitable for rapid inspection of large quantities or for delicate, high-gloss surfaces.<\/p>\n                    <\/div>\r\n                                        <\/div>\r\n                            <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlock \" id=\"69e0a3c3d2a11\" data-type=\"quote\">\r\n\r\n                                            <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlockQuote\">\r\n                                                    <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlockQuoteText\">\r\n                                Note: Tactile measurement is no longer sufficient for many applications, as it can damage sensitive surfaces and the process is comparatively slow.                            <\/div>\r\n                                                                        <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"58\" height=\"48\" viewBox=\"0 0 58 48\" fill=\"none\">\r\n                            <path d=\"M12.9182 47.7384C8.96364 47.7384 5.8 46.2997 3.42727 43.4223C1.14242 40.4578 0 36.97 0 32.9591C0 29.6458 0.615151 26.5504 1.84545 23.673C3.07576 20.7956 4.61364 18.1798 6.45909 15.8256C8.39242 13.4714 10.4136 11.4223 12.5227 9.67847C14.7197 7.84741 16.7409 6.32153 18.5864 5.10082C20.4318 3.79292 21.9258 2.83379 23.0682 2.22343C24.2985 1.61308 24.8697 1.3079 24.7818 1.3079L27.8136 5.3624C27.0227 5.71117 25.9682 6.40872 24.65 7.45504C23.3318 8.41417 22.0136 9.59128 20.6955 10.9864C19.4652 12.3815 18.3667 13.9074 17.4 15.564C16.4333 17.1335 15.95 18.6594 15.95 20.1417C15.95 21.0136 16.4773 21.8856 17.5318 22.7575C18.5864 23.5422 19.7288 24.5014 20.9591 25.6349C22.1894 26.6812 23.3318 27.9891 24.3864 29.5586C25.4409 31.0409 25.9682 32.8719 25.9682 35.0518C25.9682 36.97 25.5727 38.7139 24.7818 40.2834C24.0788 41.8529 23.1121 43.2044 21.8818 44.3379C20.7394 45.3842 19.3773 46.2125 17.7955 46.8229C16.2136 47.4332 14.5879 47.7384 12.9182 47.7384ZM45.3455 48C43.3242 48 41.4788 47.564 39.8091 46.6921C38.1394 45.8202 36.6894 44.6431 35.4591 43.1608C34.2288 41.6785 33.2621 39.9782 32.5591 38.0599C31.9439 36.0545 31.6364 33.9183 31.6364 31.6512C31.6364 27.1172 32.603 22.9319 34.5364 19.0954C36.5576 15.1717 38.7545 11.8147 41.1273 9.02452C43.9394 5.71117 47.147 2.703 50.75 0L54.5727 3.53134C53.7818 4.0545 52.8152 4.88283 51.6727 6.01635C50.6182 7.14986 49.6076 8.50136 48.6409 10.0708C47.7621 11.5531 46.9712 13.1226 46.2682 14.7793C45.653 16.436 45.3455 18.049 45.3455 19.6185C45.3455 20.6649 46.0045 21.5368 47.3227 22.2343C48.6409 22.9319 50.0909 23.8038 51.6727 24.8501C53.2545 25.8965 54.7045 27.248 56.0227 28.9046C57.3409 30.4741 58 32.6975 58 35.5749C58 37.3188 57.6485 38.9319 56.9455 40.4142C56.2424 41.8965 55.2758 43.2044 54.0455 44.3379C52.903 45.4714 51.5409 46.3869 49.9591 47.0845C48.4651 47.6948 46.9273 48 45.3455 48Z\"\r\n                                  fill=\"#049BE5\"\/>\r\n                        <\/svg>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                            <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlock \" id=\"69e0a3c3d2a14\" data-type=\"text\">\r\n\r\n                                                                    <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlockTitle headline_default headline_h2\">\r\n                        <h2>Measurement Methods Compared: Tactile vs. Optical<\/h2>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                                                <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlockText text_default\">\r\n                        <p data-start=\"55\" data-end=\"319\">The differences between tactile and optical metrology lie in the measurement principle and technical capabilities. While tactile methods involve direct contact with the surface, optical metrology operates without contact, using light to capture surface structures.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"321\" data-end=\"569\">Optical technologies are faster, cover larger areas, and provide high-resolution 3D data. Tactile measurement remains relevant where traceability to traditional standards is essential but is increasingly complemented or replaced by optical systems.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"571\" data-end=\"756\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">\n<li data-start=\"571\" data-end=\"643\">\n<p data-start=\"573\" data-end=\"643\">Optical metrology is contactless and suitable for sensitive surfaces<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"644\" data-end=\"691\">\n<p data-start=\"646\" data-end=\"691\">Enables fast, large-area capture of 3D data<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"692\" data-end=\"756\" data-is-last-node=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"756\" data-is-last-node=\"\">Tactile measurement remains competitive only in specific cases<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n                    <\/div>\r\n                                        <\/div>\r\n                            <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlock \" id=\"69e0a3c3d2a17\" data-type=\"text\">\r\n\r\n                                                                    <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlockTitle headline_default headline_h2\">\r\n                        <h2>New Standards: Why Optical Metrology Shapes the Future<\/h2>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                                                <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlockText text_default\">\r\n                        <p data-start=\"60\" data-end=\"412\">Optical metrology is establishing itself as the leading technology for precise surface measurement. Its contactless approach prevents damage and enables measurements on sensitive or complex structures. Modern systems achieve high measurement speeds and, thanks to GPGPU-accelerated data processing, are suitable for automated and inline applications.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"414\" data-end=\"649\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">The resolution reaches the nanometer range, allowing even the finest structures and surface roughness to be reliably captured. Optical metrology provides the foundation to optimize processes and consistently maintain quality standards.<\/p>\n                    <\/div>\r\n                                        <\/div>\r\n                            <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlock \" id=\"69e0a3c3d2a19\" data-type=\"quote\">\r\n\r\n                                            <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlockQuote\">\r\n                                                    <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlockQuoteText\">\r\n                                Note: Optical metrology is primarily designed for high precision, speed, and the accurate measurement of complex surface structures.                            <\/div>\r\n                                                                        <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"58\" height=\"48\" viewBox=\"0 0 58 48\" fill=\"none\">\r\n                            <path d=\"M12.9182 47.7384C8.96364 47.7384 5.8 46.2997 3.42727 43.4223C1.14242 40.4578 0 36.97 0 32.9591C0 29.6458 0.615151 26.5504 1.84545 23.673C3.07576 20.7956 4.61364 18.1798 6.45909 15.8256C8.39242 13.4714 10.4136 11.4223 12.5227 9.67847C14.7197 7.84741 16.7409 6.32153 18.5864 5.10082C20.4318 3.79292 21.9258 2.83379 23.0682 2.22343C24.2985 1.61308 24.8697 1.3079 24.7818 1.3079L27.8136 5.3624C27.0227 5.71117 25.9682 6.40872 24.65 7.45504C23.3318 8.41417 22.0136 9.59128 20.6955 10.9864C19.4652 12.3815 18.3667 13.9074 17.4 15.564C16.4333 17.1335 15.95 18.6594 15.95 20.1417C15.95 21.0136 16.4773 21.8856 17.5318 22.7575C18.5864 23.5422 19.7288 24.5014 20.9591 25.6349C22.1894 26.6812 23.3318 27.9891 24.3864 29.5586C25.4409 31.0409 25.9682 32.8719 25.9682 35.0518C25.9682 36.97 25.5727 38.7139 24.7818 40.2834C24.0788 41.8529 23.1121 43.2044 21.8818 44.3379C20.7394 45.3842 19.3773 46.2125 17.7955 46.8229C16.2136 47.4332 14.5879 47.7384 12.9182 47.7384ZM45.3455 48C43.3242 48 41.4788 47.564 39.8091 46.6921C38.1394 45.8202 36.6894 44.6431 35.4591 43.1608C34.2288 41.6785 33.2621 39.9782 32.5591 38.0599C31.9439 36.0545 31.6364 33.9183 31.6364 31.6512C31.6364 27.1172 32.603 22.9319 34.5364 19.0954C36.5576 15.1717 38.7545 11.8147 41.1273 9.02452C43.9394 5.71117 47.147 2.703 50.75 0L54.5727 3.53134C53.7818 4.0545 52.8152 4.88283 51.6727 6.01635C50.6182 7.14986 49.6076 8.50136 48.6409 10.0708C47.7621 11.5531 46.9712 13.1226 46.2682 14.7793C45.653 16.436 45.3455 18.049 45.3455 19.6185C45.3455 20.6649 46.0045 21.5368 47.3227 22.2343C48.6409 22.9319 50.0909 23.8038 51.6727 24.8501C53.2545 25.8965 54.7045 27.248 56.0227 28.9046C57.3409 30.4741 58 32.6975 58 35.5749C58 37.3188 57.6485 38.9319 56.9455 40.4142C56.2424 41.8965 55.2758 43.2044 54.0455 44.3379C52.903 45.4714 51.5409 46.3869 49.9591 47.0845C48.4651 47.6948 46.9273 48 45.3455 48Z\"\r\n                                  fill=\"#049BE5\"\/>\r\n                        <\/svg>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                            <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlock \" id=\"69e0a3c3d2a1c\" data-type=\"text\">\r\n\r\n                                                                    <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlockTitle headline_default headline_h2\">\r\n                        <h2>GBS metrology GmbH: Optical Metrology at the Highest Level<\/h2>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                                                <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlockText text_default\">\r\n                        <p data-start=\"64\" data-end=\"282\">GBS metrology GmbH relies on white-light interferometry and develops highly precise optical 3D sensors and profilometers. smartWLI technology stands for fast, high-resolution measurements, even on challenging surfaces.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"284\" data-end=\"478\">Systems such as the smartWLI firebolt8 or nimbus8 combine very high measurement speed with extremely high resolution. By using GPGPU technology, large volumes of data are processed in real time.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"480\" data-end=\"749\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">The sensors capture height differences, deliver reliable roughness values, and can be flexibly configured for a wide range of measurement tasks. The devices are easy to integrate into production lines and, thanks to the SDK, provide full access for automation purposes.<\/p>\n                    <\/div>\r\n                                        <\/div>\r\n                            <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlock \" id=\"69e0a3c3d2a1f\" data-type=\"text\">\r\n\r\n                                                                    <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlockTitle headline_default headline_h2\">\r\n                        <h2>Practical Application: From Tactile to Optical \u2013 Increasing Efficiency in the Measurement Process<\/h2>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                                                <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlockText text_default\">\r\n                        <p data-start=\"103\" data-end=\"328\">A typical practical example illustrates the transition from tactile to optical measurement systems. In the production of precision components, the use of optical 3D sensors led to a significant reduction in measurement times.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"330\" data-end=\"663\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Contactless measurement also made it possible to inspect sensitive, polished surfaces without any risk of damage. The evaluation of surface parameters such as roughness or form was performed automatically and consistently. Companies that switch to optical metrology benefit from greater flexibility and increased process reliability.<\/p>\n                    <\/div>\r\n                                        <\/div>\r\n                            <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlock \" id=\"69e0a3c3d2a21\" data-type=\"quote\">\r\n\r\n                                            <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlockQuote\">\r\n                                                    <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlockQuoteText\">\r\n                                Note: Switching from tactile to optical measurement systems enables faster and more gentle quality control of components.                            <\/div>\r\n                                                                        <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"58\" height=\"48\" viewBox=\"0 0 58 48\" fill=\"none\">\r\n                            <path d=\"M12.9182 47.7384C8.96364 47.7384 5.8 46.2997 3.42727 43.4223C1.14242 40.4578 0 36.97 0 32.9591C0 29.6458 0.615151 26.5504 1.84545 23.673C3.07576 20.7956 4.61364 18.1798 6.45909 15.8256C8.39242 13.4714 10.4136 11.4223 12.5227 9.67847C14.7197 7.84741 16.7409 6.32153 18.5864 5.10082C20.4318 3.79292 21.9258 2.83379 23.0682 2.22343C24.2985 1.61308 24.8697 1.3079 24.7818 1.3079L27.8136 5.3624C27.0227 5.71117 25.9682 6.40872 24.65 7.45504C23.3318 8.41417 22.0136 9.59128 20.6955 10.9864C19.4652 12.3815 18.3667 13.9074 17.4 15.564C16.4333 17.1335 15.95 18.6594 15.95 20.1417C15.95 21.0136 16.4773 21.8856 17.5318 22.7575C18.5864 23.5422 19.7288 24.5014 20.9591 25.6349C22.1894 26.6812 23.3318 27.9891 24.3864 29.5586C25.4409 31.0409 25.9682 32.8719 25.9682 35.0518C25.9682 36.97 25.5727 38.7139 24.7818 40.2834C24.0788 41.8529 23.1121 43.2044 21.8818 44.3379C20.7394 45.3842 19.3773 46.2125 17.7955 46.8229C16.2136 47.4332 14.5879 47.7384 12.9182 47.7384ZM45.3455 48C43.3242 48 41.4788 47.564 39.8091 46.6921C38.1394 45.8202 36.6894 44.6431 35.4591 43.1608C34.2288 41.6785 33.2621 39.9782 32.5591 38.0599C31.9439 36.0545 31.6364 33.9183 31.6364 31.6512C31.6364 27.1172 32.603 22.9319 34.5364 19.0954C36.5576 15.1717 38.7545 11.8147 41.1273 9.02452C43.9394 5.71117 47.147 2.703 50.75 0L54.5727 3.53134C53.7818 4.0545 52.8152 4.88283 51.6727 6.01635C50.6182 7.14986 49.6076 8.50136 48.6409 10.0708C47.7621 11.5531 46.9712 13.1226 46.2682 14.7793C45.653 16.436 45.3455 18.049 45.3455 19.6185C45.3455 20.6649 46.0045 21.5368 47.3227 22.2343C48.6409 22.9319 50.0909 23.8038 51.6727 24.8501C53.2545 25.8965 54.7045 27.248 56.0227 28.9046C57.3409 30.4741 58 32.6975 58 35.5749C58 37.3188 57.6485 38.9319 56.9455 40.4142C56.2424 41.8965 55.2758 43.2044 54.0455 44.3379C52.903 45.4714 51.5409 46.3869 49.9591 47.0845C48.4651 47.6948 46.9273 48 45.3455 48Z\"\r\n                                  fill=\"#049BE5\"\/>\r\n                        <\/svg>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                            <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlock \" id=\"69e0a3c3d2a23\" data-type=\"text\">\r\n\r\n                                                                    <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlockTitle headline_default headline_h2\">\r\n                        <h2>Has tactile measurement become obsolete?<\/h2>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                                                <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlockText text_default\">\r\n                        <p data-start=\"173\" data-end=\"443\">Tactile measurement remains relevant for certain applications, but it is increasingly being supplemented or replaced by optical technologies. Optical metrology from GBS metrology GmbH offers a future-proof solution for precise, fast, and contactless surface measurement.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"445\" data-end=\"684\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">The shift toward fully automated and inline-capable systems opens up new possibilities in quality assurance and process control. Companies that modernize their metrology secure efficiency advantages and a high level of measurement quality.<\/p>\n                    <\/div>\r\n                                        <\/div>\r\n                            <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlock \" id=\"69e0a3c3d2a26\" data-type=\"text\">\r\n\r\n                                                                    <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlockTitle headline_default headline_h2\">\r\n                        <h2>Switch to modern surface metrology now<\/h2>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                                                    <\/div>\r\n                            <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlock \" id=\"69e0a3c3d2a28\" data-type=\"image\">\r\n\r\n                                                                                        <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlockImage\">\r\n                                                            <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlockImageSingle\">\r\n                                    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"886\" height=\"715\" src=\"https:\/\/gbs-metrology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/robotor-rauheitsmessung.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"Image of a robotic arm with a surface measurement sensor from GBS Metrology, measuring the roughness of a surface.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gbs-metrology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/robotor-rauheitsmessung.jpg 886w, https:\/\/gbs-metrology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/robotor-rauheitsmessung-300x242.jpg 300w, https:\/\/gbs-metrology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/robotor-rauheitsmessung-768x620.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 886px) 100vw, 886px\" \/>                                <\/div>\r\n                                                    <\/div>\r\n                                            <\/div>\r\n                            <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlock \" id=\"69e0a3c3d2aae\" data-type=\"text\">\r\n\r\n                                                                                    <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlockText text_default\">\r\n                        <p>Take advantage of the benefits of optical metrology from GBS metrology GmbH for your production or research. 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Benefit from innovative technology, high flexibility, and comprehensive expert consulting.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/gbs-metrology.com\/en\/contact\/\">Contact us now for a personal consultation<\/a><\/p>\n                    <\/div>\r\n                                        <\/div>\r\n                            <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlock \" id=\"69e0a3c3d2ab2\" data-type=\"faq\">\r\n\r\n                                        <!-- FAQ block -->\r\n                                <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlockTitle ArticleMultiConContentBlockFAQ  multi-block-space headline-32 headline_h2\">\r\n                    <h2>FAQ<\/h2>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n                                        <div class=\"ArticleMultiConContentBlockFaq\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\">\r\n                                            <div class=\"faq-item\" data-faq-item itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\"\r\n                             itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\r\n                            <div class=\"faq-question\"\r\n                                 role=\"button\"\r\n                                 tabindex=\"0\"\r\n                                 aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n                                 data-faq-toggle\r\n                                 itemprop=\"name\">\r\n                                <span class=\"faq-question__text\">What is tactile measurement?<\/span>\r\n\r\n                                <svg class=\"faq-icon faq-icon--plus\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"32\"\r\n                                     height=\"32\" viewBox=\"0 0 32 32\" fill=\"none\">\r\n                                    <path d=\"M8 16H24M16 24V8\" stroke=\"#049BE5\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\r\n                                          stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\r\n                                <\/svg>\r\n                                <svg class=\"faq-icon faq-icon--minus\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"32\"\r\n                                     height=\"32\" viewBox=\"0 0 32 32\" fill=\"none\">\r\n                                    <path d=\"M8 16H24\" stroke=\"#049BE5\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\r\n                                          stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\r\n                                <\/svg>\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n\r\n                            <div class=\"faq-answer\" hidden data-faq-panel itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\"\r\n                                 itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\r\n                                <div itemprop=\"text\">\r\n                                    <p>Tactile measurement refers to the mechanical acquisition of surface structures using a probe. The method is well established, but often no longer sufficient for modern requirements.<\/p>\n                                <\/div>\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                                            <div class=\"faq-item\" data-faq-item itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\"\r\n                             itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\r\n                            <div class=\"faq-question\"\r\n                                 role=\"button\"\r\n                                 tabindex=\"0\"\r\n                                 aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n                                 data-faq-toggle\r\n                                 itemprop=\"name\">\r\n                                <span class=\"faq-question__text\">What are the disadvantages of tactile measurement?<\/span>\r\n\r\n                                <svg class=\"faq-icon faq-icon--plus\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"32\"\r\n    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useful?<\/span>\r\n\r\n                                <svg class=\"faq-icon faq-icon--plus\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"32\"\r\n                                     height=\"32\" viewBox=\"0 0 32 32\" fill=\"none\">\r\n                                    <path d=\"M8 16H24M16 24V8\" stroke=\"#049BE5\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\r\n                                          stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\r\n                                <\/svg>\r\n                                <svg class=\"faq-icon faq-icon--minus\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"32\"\r\n                                     height=\"32\" viewBox=\"0 0 32 32\" fill=\"none\">\r\n                                    <path d=\"M8 16H24\" stroke=\"#049BE5\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\r\n                                          stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\r\n                                <\/svg>\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n\r\n        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