Understanding Coating Failures using Scratch Testing
Introduction:
Surface engineering of materials plays a significant role in a variety of functional applications, ranging from decorative...
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Surface Roughness and Features of a Solar Cell
Introduction
Maximizing a solar cell’s energy absorption is key for the technology’s survival as a renewable resource. The multiple layers of coating...
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Scratch Resistance of Cellphone Screen Protectors
INTRO
Although phone screens are designed to resist shattering and scratching, they are still susceptible to damage. Daily phone usage...
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Lubricating Eye Drop Comparison using the Nanovea T50 Tribometer
INTRO
Eye drop solutions are used to alleviate symptoms caused by a range of eye problems. For example, they can be used to treat minor...
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Multi Scratch Automation of Similar Samples using the PB1000 Mechanical Tester
Introduction :
Coatings are widely used in various industries because of their functional properties. A coating’s hardness, erosion...
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Comparing Abrasion Wear on Denim
Introduction
The form and function of a fabric is determined by its quality and durability. Daily usage of fabrics cause wear and tear...
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Rotative or Linear Wear & COF? (A Comprehensive Study Using the Nanovea Tribometer)
Wear is the process of removal and deformation of material on a surface as a result of mechanical action of the opposite surface1. It is influenced by...
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Nano Mechanical Characterization of Spring Constants
A spring’s ability to store mechanical energy has a long history of use. From bows for hunting to locks for doors, spring technology has been around...
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High Speed Characterization of an Oyster Shell
Large samples with complex geometries can prove difficult to work with due to sample preparation, size, sharp angles, and...
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