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Preparing Sample Materials by Cryogenic Grinding

A solid sample material has to always be sufficiently prepared by homogenization and size reduction before exposure to physical or chemical analysis.

From RETSCH GmbH 10 Aug 2017

A Black Phosphorus Inkjet Ink for Photonic and Optoelectronic Applications

Like many other two-dimensional (2D) materials, black phosphorous has gathered interest of late and is mainly due to its high carrier mobility and thickness dependent direct bandgap.

By Liam Critchley 24 Aug 2017

Using Borate Fusion for XRF Analysis to Determine the Composition of Sand and Aluminosilicates

Aluminosilicates are employed in the catalyst, refractory and building industry while sand is predominantly used as a raw material in the production of many industrial products such as cement and glass.

From Malvern Panalytical 23 Aug 2017

Using the MFIA for Laplace Deep Level Transient Spectroscopy

This article discusses how Deep Level Transient Spectroscopy (DLTS) is a great tool for use in semiconductors.

From Zurich Instruments 14 Aug 2017

Nanowire Fabrics For Thermal Protection in the Military

Research Bioengineers at the United States Army Soldier Systems Center in Natick, Massachusetts have recently developed fabrics that are embedded with nanofibers and hydrogel particles.

By Benedette Cuffari 23 Aug 2017

Detecting Counterfeit Drugs with FT-NIR

Counterfeit prescription drugs are a growing threat worldwide. In many developing countries, the situation is critical.

From Galaxy Scientific Inc 18 Aug 2017

Industrial X-Ray Inspection

Similar to the way in which radiography is used clinically for the identification of breaks or cracks in a patient’s bone(s), manufacturers utilize this method to identify cracks or flaws within their materials.

By Benedette Cuffari 22 Aug 2017

Different Sieving Methods for Varying Applications

The solidity of concrete, the taste of chocolate, or the solubility of drugs are examples of chemical or physical material properties affected by particle size.

From RETSCH GmbH 11 Aug 2017