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The Advanced Manufacturing Sciences Institute (AMSI) provides comprehensive inspection and testing capabilities to ensure the accuracy, quality, and performance of manufactured components. Our facilities support dimensional inspection using precision hand tools such as calipers, micrometers, and other measurement instruments, as well as advanced equipment including an Optical Comparator and Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) for high-accuracy measurement and verification. In addition, AMSI offers testing capabilities such as vibration testing to evaluate product durability under dynamic conditions and universal testing machines to measure the strength and mechanical properties of materials through precise tensile and compressive force application.
AMSI expertise
AMSI staff and student teams bring a unique combination of perspectives and skills to the inspection and test process. Our experienced industry professionals, innovative educators, and students are trained in the latest processes, tools, and techniques. Our unique blend of consulting expertise and hands-on manufacturing capability makes us a trusted partner for entrepreneurs and companies looking to thrive in an increasingly competitive manufacturing landscape.
Dimensional Inspection
- Optical Comparator: Dorsey 24P
- CMM: Brown & Sharpe MICRO-HITE DCC
- Electronic Height Gage: TESA-Hite Magna 16”
- Hand Tools: Calipers, Micrometers, Etc.
Tension, Compression, Flexure Shear and Other Tests
- Tinius Olsen Model 100 ST: Maximum force of 100kN( 20,000lbf)
- Instron 5569: 50kN (11,250 lbf) high-accuracy testing
Vibe/Shake Testing
- Ling Dynamic Systems V722
- 652 lbf (2.9 kN) sine force and 427 lbf random force, operating across a 5 – 4,000 Hz range
- Small-to-medium-sized payloads up to 220 lbs/100 kg
Material Hardness Testing
- Wilson Model 3Jr: Rockwell B and C scale
Surface Roughness Testing
- Fowler Portable Roughness Tester: Ra and Rz parameters
Electronics Testing
- Uniteq Corp. PS-2305 Power Supplies
- Rigol DS1104Z Oscilloscopes
- Rigol DG1022 Function Generator
- Rigol DM3058E Digital Multi-Meter
- RF Screen Room
Manufacturing Services
Design Services
CAD Design • Prototype Development • Design Validation • Reverse Engineering
Manufacturing Capabilities
3D Printing • CNC Machining • Laser Cutting & Engraving • WaterJet Cutting • Metal Forming & Cutting • Welding • Finishing
Meet the Team
Mark Yoss, Director
Mark retired from Lockheed Martin Space after a 36.5-year career building satellites and has served as the Director of the Advanced Manufacturing Sciences Institute since April 2021.
Technical Expertise
Project Management
Process Optimization
Data Analysis and Simulation
Quality Control
Systems Integration
Technical Documentation
Jason W. Butler, Senior Project Manager Technical Operations
Jason is a manufacturing industry leader with 20+ years of experience driving production, quality, and engineering operations in defense and commercial sectors. Recognized for hands-on expertise in CNC machining, additive manufacturing, quality systems, and process optimization.
Technical Expertise
Manufacturing Leadership
Quality Management
Machining and Fabrication
Additive Manufacturing
Metrology and Testing
Eli Nygren, Industry Lab Coordinator
Eli seeks to understand material systems from all angles leading him to earn a PhD in Materials Science. His fabrication skills expanded from primarily manual operations to include computer navigated systems in various laboratory and makerspace settings. He now enjoys utilizing a full spectrum of manufacturing and creative techniques to support both industry and student projects.
Technical Expertise
Computer aided design and manufacture
Complex fixture design
CNC machining
Material science and metallurgy
Welding and fabrication