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Here are examples of materials we tested this month:

Mechanical:

• Nano scratch testing of PTFE coated wires
• Nanoindentation of thin gold plated micro features
• Micro scratch of anodized titanium
• Micro wear of anodized titanium

3D Non-Contact Profilometry:

• Flatness of a metal seal
• Dimension of Intraocular lenses
• Volume loss measurement of corroded aluminum
• Topography patterns of non woven fabric

Tribology:

• Characterization of “stick & slip” phenomenon on rubber samples
• Wear testing of DLC coatings
• Friction testing lubrication samples