Physics

Particle Size Analysis and Particle Size Distribution Testing: Understanding the Differences and Importance

By Pam Wertalik | Apr 21, 2023

Particle size analysis and particle size distribution testing are essential techniques in industries such as pharmaceuticals, mining, construction, food, and cosmetics. These particle analysis tests provide valuable information about the characteristics of...

Wind Tunnel Testing and Analysis

By Trevor Henderson | Mar 9, 2023

Wind tunnel testing is a critical process used in various industries, including aerospace, automotive, civil engineering, and sports, to study the effects of air movement over objects. By simulating aerodynamic conditions, wind tunnel testing provides valuable...

image depicting a high-tech laboratory scene with wind tunnel testing. It showcases a wind tunnel setup with a scale model, engineers monitoring data, and advanced equipment, highlighting the precision and technology involved in aerodynamic research.

What is Erichsen Test Equipment?

By Trevor Henderson | Mar 4, 2023

Erichsen test equipment is a valuable tool for evaluating the ductility, formability, and strength of sheet metal and other materials.

image depicting Erichsen test equipment on a modern laboratory bench. It shows the typical setup with the hemispherical punch and die, along with samples of sheet metal and measuring tools, set in a clean, professional lab environment.

What is Auger Electron Spectroscopy or Scanning Auger Microscopy?

By Editorial Team | Feb 20, 2023

Auger Electron Spectroscopy (AES), sometimes called Scanning Auger Microscopy (SAM), is an analytical technique used to study surfaces. It uses a high-energy or focused electron beam to excite atoms near the surface of a solid sample. The excited atoms then...