Alloys are formed when a metal is combined with another element to strengthen the base metal’s properties. Basically, an alloy is just a modified metal. Superalloys are similar, but these specific high-performance materials are held to a higher standard. They are...
As the United States of America celebrates its 250th anniversary, there are sure to be lots of fireworks lighting up the sky this Fourth of July. Americans have been celebrating their Independence Day with fireworks since the very first anniversary of independence...
High-performance polymers provide unparalleled chemical and thermal resistance, making them ideal for a wide variety of challenging applications in the fields of aerospace and semiconductor fabrication. This resilience poses a challenge for analytical research,...
Amongst consumers, protein is currently all the rage. In fact, it is in such high demand that the supply can no longer keep up. Supplementary protein is being added to all kinds of consumer goods, like coffee, chips, cereal, sports drinks, and more. Most of these...
Dimethyl carbonate (DMC) plays a critical role in lithium-ion battery electrolytes, where solvent purity directly impacts performance, safety, and lifetime. Even trace-level impurities can contribute to degradation of solid electrolyte interfaces, consumption of...
Aluminum’s physical properties have made it a highly preferred metal for use in aerospace, automotive, and structural applications. Aluminum is commonly alloyed with other elements (i.e. copper, magnesium, silicon, manganese and lithium) to improve physical properties...
A comprehensive analysis of renewable fuel testing technologies, automation, and ISO-compliant proximate analysis The growing demand for renewable energy has increased the importance of accurate biofuel characterization. Biomass feedstocks and finished fuels must be...
Wood composites are generally made from wood fibers and particles that are bound together with thermoplastic resin or other adhesive materials. Products like particle board, fiberboard, plywood, and oriented-strand lumber are all considered wood composites. The...
Graphite and carbon-based materials form the backbone of most lithium-ion battery anodes. Their purity and composition are paramount, and the amounts of oxygen or nitrogen present can dramatically affect a battery’s capacity, lifespan, and safety. In this piece, we...
TOC, short for Total Organic Carbon, is an important metric when analyzing soil health. Soils with high TOC content indicate high levels of biodiversity, as organic carbon fuels microbial activity. This enhanced biodiversity is incredibly beneficial to the soil. It...
