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Every Thursday, our Industry Readlines email features interesting, helpful, or funny things from around the technical world. Whether you are in design, machining, production, or inspection this will be a great weekly read. 

Online GD&T Inspection Course | Limited-Time Launch Pricing

Our GD&T Inspection course is now available online—learn how to inspect parts to drawing requirements on your own schedule. Act now to take advantage of limited-time launch pricing!

https://course.gdandtbasics.com/courses/GDT-Inspection

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From the GD&T Basics Team: The Datum Reference Frame

Want to truly understand how parts are oriented and located in GD&T? This article breaks down the concept of the Datum Reference Frame and why it's the backbone of accurate measurement.

-Tom

https://www.gdandtbasics.com/datum-reference-frame/

Building a Lego Waffle Factory:

Tired of cooking your own breakfast? Why not build your own LEGO waffle factory! All you need are some LEGOs, a 3D printer, some electronic parts, and a whole lot of time on your hands! 

-Jason

https://youtu.be/eu8GNkyRQjs?si=fMoMiWzwgTisNnFS

Client Highlight: AeroVironment

AeroVironment, a global leader in intelligent, multi-mission autonomous robotic systems, recently unveiled a new vertical takeoff and landing uncrewed aircraft system, the Jump 20-X, at the 2025 International Defense Exhibition (IDEX). Check out the interview with Charlie Dean, VP of International Business, as he highlights both the JUMP 20-X and another advanced unmanned system, the P550.

-Lisa

https://youtu.be/uXrVZbVpOmA?si=WeCr2-wtekVC_MCm

Inside the Factory: Building the Dream Chaser

Get an inside look at the Dream Chaser by Sierra Space, the first ever winged commercial spaceplane, as it takes shape in the factory. This video showcases the innovative engineering and precise manufacturing behind the next generation of space transportation, designed to carry cargo to orbit and back.

-Brandon

https://youtu.be/XJINxc-xBjo?si=y7qp_4hEOuUEbRmk

try crossing your eyes and standing on your head to see if it makes more sense

For a Good Laugh: 1st angle drawings

Try crossing your eyes and standing on your head to see if it makes more sense. 🤣

-Molly

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Until next week,

Your GD&T Basics Team
 
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