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Here are examples of materials we tested this month:

Mechanical:

• Nanoindentation of antireflective coatings
• Nanoindentation of biomedical gels
• Nanoscratch of fused silica and silicon
• Nanofriction of micro rubber stoppers
• Microscratch of anodized titanium

3D Non-Contact Profilometry:

• Roughness of thermal coatings
• Finish of hip implant
• Flatness & Planarity of electrical contacts
• Shape and Form of stamped sheet metal patterns
• Dimensions of molded plastic lenses

Tribology:

• Wear testing of tool steel grip pads
• High temperature wear testing of ceramics