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Probe Based Raman Spectroscopy - A Guide

When chemists want to find out what molecules are in a sample and the bonds between them, they might use Raman spectroscopy. The technique utilises laser light to observe changes in the vibrational, rotational or electronic energy of a system to determine which functional groups there are thus providing a structural fingerprint by which the molecule can be recognized.

By Kerry Taylor-Smith 23 May 2018

Understanding Worldwide Metal Standards

Hitachi High-Tech's metal analyzers with GRADE Database streamline quality control, ensuring accurate, up-to-date global metal standards.

From Hitachi High-Tech Analytical Science 23 May 2018

A Guide to Choosing the Correct Equipment to Analyze Steel

LIBS is great for stainless steel analysis, but OES is unmatched for precise carbon and trace elements.

From Hitachi High-Tech Analytical Science 23 May 2018

Using Turnkey Solutions for Gas Monitoring Systems

Over many decades, the hydrocarbon community has known that natural gas is abundant.

From Strongwell Corporation 16 May 2018

Testing Inert Coatings for Reactivity

When looking to improve sensitivity and precision of their instruments, customers often evaluate the coating surface of such instruments for reactivity so as to confirm the coating meets performance parameters.

From SilcoTek 17 May 2018

Improving High Temperature Hydrophobicity and Oleophobicity with Coatings

How does one go about improving high temperature hydrophobicity and oleophobicity in fuel injector and combustion applications?

From SilcoTek 17 May 2018

How Transformers in Pylons Work

Pylons are an integral part of everyday life, and whilst many people complain about their “ugliness”, they perform essential functions that enable the population to have electricity in their homes and workplace.

By Liam Critchley 22 May 2018

FIB-SEM Investigations of the Microstructure of CIGS Solar Cells

Utilizing the technique called focused ion beam – scanning electron microscopy (FIB-SEM), a study investigated the high capability thin-film solar cells.

From Carl Zeiss Microscopy GmbH 22 May 2018

Test the Free Amino Nitrogen Content in Alcoholic Beverages with the SPECTROstar® Nano

Quality analysis for alcoholic beverages such as beer includes testing the free amino nitrogen (FAN), which provides an estimate of the protein content. Generally, protein content is measured using the Kjeldahl method, which is expensive and complex.

From BMG LABTECH Ltd 22 May 2018

Authentication and Quality Testing of Distilled Spirits Using the SPECTROstar® Nano

The distilled spirits industry, while rapidly creating new products, is also constantly under threat from counterfeit and adulterated or diluted products. Therefore, quality testings are required, which can be performed by SPECTROstar® Nano.

From BMG LABTECH Ltd 22 May 2018