What happens when computer vision, AI, CAD and digital twins come together on the factory floor? 

In this episode of Virtual, For Real, Max Limper speaks with Harald Wuest, CEO and co-founder of Visometry, about how these technologies are connecting digital 3D data with physical products and changing the way manufacturers approach quality inspection. 

Drawing on more than 20 years of experience in computer vision and machine learning, Harald shares his journey from research at the Fraunhofer Institute for Computer Graphics to building practical solutions for real-world manufacturing environments. 

The conversation explores how digital CAD models can be used to compare virtual designs with physical components, helping manufacturers identify missing parts, misplaced elements and production deviations before they lead to costly rework. 

Max and Harald also discuss the differences between tablet-based inspection and traditional 3D scanning, the challenges of preparing complex CAD data for real-time tracking, and how AI can support the detection of small components such as bolts, holes and welding spots. 

Looking ahead, they explore the gradual shift from assisted inspection toward greater automation, the possible role of robots and smart glasses, and why the adoption of new technologies in industrial environments often takes longer than expected. 
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