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ORNL Pulsed Spallation Neutron Breaks One Megawatt Barrier for the Foirst Time

The Department of Energy's Spallation Neutron Source (SNS), already the world's most powerful facility for pulsed neutron scattering science, is now the first pulsed spallation neutron source to break the one-meg...

29 Sep 2009

New Standard on Tensile Testing of Metallic Materials Now Available

ISO 6892-1:2009, the latest International Standard (ISO 6892-1:2009) for testing metals (Metallic materials -- Tensile testing -- Part 1: Method of test at room temperature) has been released. It can be downloaded from t...

From ZwickRoell GmbH Co. KG 28 Sep 2009

Improved Versatility for Malvern's Zetasizer Nano Particle Characterization System

The new ZEN1010 high concentration zeta potential cell for the market leading Zetasizer Nano particle characterization system from Malvern Panalytical enables measurement in samples of up to 40% w/v. The design, which incorporates a reduced optical path length, can typically provide three times the concentration measurement ability of standard cells for a particular sample.

From Malvern Panalytical 28 Sep 2009

SGL Use Zwick Testing Equipment to Develop Carbon Products

The SGL Group is a leading manufacturer of carbon products. SGL’s aim in opening a new research and development department in Meitingen, near Augsburg, Germany is to boost its innovative capacity. The new R&D centre co-ordinates all the SGL Group’s development activities worldwide and employs Zwick testing machines for mechanical testing of materials and components.

From ZwickRoell GmbH Co. KG 27 Sep 2009

Zwick Upgrade Testing Facilities at Röchling Engineering Plastics

Röchling Engineering Plastics Group's test lab in Haren, Germany, had to extend its testing capacity and intended to upgrade an existing testing machine. As the lab was already familiar with Zwick machines, Röchling requested Zwick to upgrade their testing machine. The objective was to perform tensile, compressive, flexural and cyclic tests at ambient and also in a temperature chamber for non-ambient testing.

From ZwickRoell GmbH Co. KG 27 Sep 2009

Innovative Hardness Testing Machines Combining Ease of Use and Versatility

Hardness testing is highly complex, with a number of different test methods used for a wide range of materials. Zwick offers two innovative hardness testing instruments which combine universal application and easy operation.

From ZwickRoell GmbH Co. KG 27 Sep 2009

The Ideal Optical-Contact Strain Measurement System for Metal and Automotive Applications

By combining the videoXtens transverse strain extensometer with the Macro extensometer, Zwick has produced the ideal optical/contact strain-measurement system for the metal and automotive industries.

From ZwickRoell GmbH Co. KG 27 Sep 2009

New UV-Visible-NIR Microscope Spectrophotometer from CRAIC

CRAIC Technologies, the leading innovator of UV-visible-NIR microanalysis solutions for scientific laboratories, announces the Microspectra 10™ UV-visible-NIR microscope spectrophotometer. This system is specifically designed to be added to the open photoport of any optical microscope to enable it to be used to acquire spectra of microscopic samples.

From CRAIC Technologies 24 Sep 2009

State-of-the-Art Testing Facility Incorprates Zwick Testing Equipment

The high-efficiency, state-of-the-art testing technology in the Materials Testing Laboratory of the Faculty of Computer Sciences, Electrical Technology and Mechanical Engineering at the Lausitz University of Applied Sciences in Senftenberg, Germany was recently commissioned. The machines involved were the new Zwick Z 600 E materials testing machine and the Zwick HFP 5100 Vibrophore, which has just received a software upgrade.

From ZwickRoell GmbH Co. KG 24 Sep 2009

Disposable Highly Sensitive Detector for Explosives and Toxins

A sensitive new Stanford-developed disposable chip detects low concentrations of the explosive trinitrotoluene (TNT) and a close chemical cousin of the dreaded toxic nerve agent sarin in water samples. The research appears online this week in the journal ACS Nano.

24 Sep 2009

Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

The global semiconductor market has entered an exciting period. Demand for chip technology is both driving the industry as well as hindering it, with current chip shortages predicted to last for some time. Current trends will likely shape the future of the industry, which is set to continue to show

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

The primary distinction between graphene-based batteries and solid-state batteries lies in the composition of either electrode. Although the cathode is commonly changed, carbon allotropes can also be employed in fabricating anodes.

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

In recent years, the IoT is rapidly being introduced into almost all sectors, but it has particular importance in the EV industry.

Materials Analysis News

ORNL Pulsed Spallation Neutron Breaks One Megawatt Barrier for the Foirst Time

New Standard on Tensile Testing of Metallic Materials Now Available

Improved Versatility for Malvern's Zetasizer Nano Particle Characterization System

SGL Use Zwick Testing Equipment to Develop Carbon Products

Zwick Upgrade Testing Facilities at Röchling Engineering Plastics

Innovative Hardness Testing Machines Combining Ease of Use and Versatility

The Ideal Optical-Contact Strain Measurement System for Metal and Automotive Applications

New UV-Visible-NIR Microscope Spectrophotometer from CRAIC

State-of-the-Art Testing Facility Incorprates Zwick Testing Equipment

Disposable Highly Sensitive Detector for Explosives and Toxins

How can Charge Photometry be Used for Battery Screening and Development?

Comparing Computed Radiography and Digital Detector Arrays

How the RSC is Empowering the Future of Chemical Sciences

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HMK-CD4 Nano Particle Size Analyzer

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Choosing the Ideal Automotive Bonding Tape: Testing Methods for Optimal Performance

The Characterization of Additive Manufacturing Powders

VOCs and SVOCs - How to Achieve Cleaner Air

How does Optifuel Enhance the Analysis of Gasoline, Diesel, and Renewables?

Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

Materials Analysis News

How can Charge Photometry be Used for Battery Screening and Development?

Comparing Computed Radiography and Digital Detector Arrays

How the RSC is Empowering the Future of Chemical Sciences

1New Electrolyte Improves Battery Production and Recycling

2Longer-Lasting Catalyst Boosts Hydrogen Production

3New Solid-State Electrolyte Increases the Affordability of Green Energy Storage

4Max Space Utilizes ALUULA Material for Space Habitat Construction

5New Smart Adhesive with Unmatched Strength and Versatility

6Gold May Be Key Element for Cleaner Drinking Water

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