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New ASTM Initiative Targets Electrolyzers and Fuel Cells

By Pam Wertalik | Nov 15, 2024

The task group will drive water quality treatment standards and subcomponent test methods.

Lithium-Ion Battery Regulations: Ensuring Safety and Compliance

By Pam Wertalik | Sep 30, 2024

As the global demand for lithium-ion batteries continues to surge—particularly in electric vehicles (EVs), consumer electronics, and renewable energy storage—ensuring their safety and performance has become more critical than ever. At the core of this effort is a...

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The Critical Role of Lithium-Ion Battery Testing

By Pam Wertalik | Sep 23, 2024

Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries have become the preferred energy source for a vast range of applications, including consumer electronics, electric vehicles (EVs), renewable energy storage, and more. Their high energy density, long life, and rechargeability make them...

Environmental Simulation Testing: Ensuring Product Resilience and Sustainability

By Trevor Henderson | May 23, 2024

the significance of environmental simulation testing, its applications across various industries, and the critical role it plays in ensuring product resilience and sustainability in a dynamic world.

image showing environmental simulation testing of an automobile in a controlled laboratory environment, highlighting the testing equipment and conditions used to evaluate the car's durability and performance

Biofuel Analysis and Testing: A Guide to Standards and Methods

By Trevor Henderson | Apr 21, 2023

From physical property testing to chemical composition analysis and microbiological testing, these tests provide critical data for managing biofuel quality and compliance.

image showing biodiesel testing in a modern laboratory setting, featuring a laboratory technician and various scientific instruments used for biodiesel quality analysis.

Can the Shape of Crystals Change Laser Designs?

By Editorial Team | Feb 7, 2023

Crystals are used to create light into energy for lasers

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Solar Panel Testing: Ensuring Efficiency, Durability, and Safety

By Trevor Henderson | Jan 21, 2023

Solar panel testing is critical to ensure optimal performance, longevity, and safety of photovoltaic (PV) systems. This article explores the various tests involved in solar panel testing, their importance, and the role of standards in maintaining quality.