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China | ZHChallenges in Fiber Reinforced Polymers
Fiber-reinforced polymer materials (FRP) typically have the advantage of a high strength to weight ratio, great durability and corrosion resistance. As a result their use is rapidly increasing in a wide variety of applications including automotive, aerospace and power generation. They typically comprise of a polymer matrix and filler materials such as glass or carbon […]
Precision Made Perfect – Getting the most out of your Precision Diamond Saw
When sectioning small, delicate or extremely hard materials, precision diamond saws are ideal. These saws primarily use thin, metal bonded diamond wafering blades which allow for more precise cuts, less material loss and less induced deformation. For best performance from your precision Saw: Select the right blade: Based on the material type, the goal is […]
Make the Most Out of Your Abrasive Saw
The Abrasive saw is an important machine in most microstructural analysis laboratories, and keeping them running smoothly can make the difference between an efficient process and wasted time! Tips for best performance from your abrasive cutter: Coolant flow: abrasive sectioning should always wet, with an ample flow of coolant that includes both corrosion protection and […]
64-bit and Why it Matters in Material Analysis
The terms 32-bit and 64-bit refer to the way a computer’s processor (also called a CPU), handles information. What is a bit? A bit (short for binary digit) is the smallest unit of digital information, represented by either 0 or 1. Arranging a series of bits in sequence creates a binary math language that the […]
Material Thickness When Choosing a Rockwell Scale
Are you concerned about which Rockwell scale to use for thin materials? Of primary importance in Rockwell scale selection is material thickness. Since the 30 Rockwell scales are distinguished by total test force as well as the indenter type, a load or force that is excessive for a given material thickness will ultimately be influenced […]
Preparation of Difficult Materials for EBSD Electronic Backscatter Diffraction
Metallographic preparation of soft and very ductile materials can be challenging, especially when the analysis techniques used require perfection, such as examination using Electronic Backscatter Diffraction (EBSD). Following these guidelines will help to ensure that your preparation is both efficient and effective: Most problems experienced by users start with poor sectioning. Section the sample as […]
