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Diamonds that are a cut above.

The article looks at how the combination of an expert system and a novel laser-cutting technique could boost the value of rough diamonds. While a diamond may be forever, its value is far from set in stone. It depends on the four C's: carat, cut, colour and clarity. But while the first three can be m...

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Published in:Economist Vol. 375; no. 8430; p. 4
Format: Article
Published: Economist Newspaper Limited 6/11/2005
Subjects:
Diamond cutting
Diamond industry
Computer software
Genetic algorithms
Expert systems
Gem cutting
Jewelry industry
Gems & precious stones
Retail industry
Diamonds
Holden, Tony
University of Cambridge. Institute for Manufacturing
Equipment & supplies
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