Surface Metrology
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Topographic Analysis of Firing Pin Impressions on Cartridge Cases
The analysis of fired cartridges for primer cup morphology and flattening and firing pin impression (crater) depth using topographic data is discussed in this article. Topographical analysis of the…Read article
Brief Introduction to Surface Metrology
This report briefly discusses several important metrology techniques and standard definitions commonly used to assess the topography of surfaces, also known as surface texture or surface finish. With…Read article
Automated topographic analysis with the Leica Map software
Watch this video to learn how you can save time when doing topographic analysis using the Leica Map software. The software allows you to go quickly from automated analysis of multiple sets of acquired…Read article
Digital Microscopy with Versatile Illumination and Various Contrast Methods for More Efficient Inspection and Quality Control
State-of-the-art digital microscopes utilizing a versatile illumination system capable of achieving multiple contrast methods, such as the Leica DVM6, are very useful for inspection, quality control,…Read article
A Healthy Dose of Interferometry
Although interferometry may once have been dismissed by the medical community because of its inability to see inside the human body, its application within the wider biomedical arena is continuing to…Read article
Nanoscale or Microscale Structures Formed in Polymers Containing Nanotubes Greatly Enhance the Electrical Conductivity
The excellent mechanical and electrical properties of carbon nanotubes have led to them being exploited for the creation of a new class of high performance polymer composites. Due to important…Read article
Characterization of Thin Films Using High Definition Confocal Microscopy
Thin film characterization technologies are in high demand, given the wide-spread use of coatings in all engineering and science fields. The properties of thin films can vary dramatically, i.e.…Read article
An Innovative Non-contact Method to Determine Surface Free Energy on Micro-areas
Surface free energy (SFE) is a property which depends on the chemical state and roughness of the surface and it is necessary to develop a reliable method to evaluate SFE value on a small area, taking…Read article
Surface Roughness of Flowable Resin Composites eroded by Acidic and Alcoholic Drinks
Acidic beverages, such as soft drinks (orange juice, and cola), or ethanol (whisky), can produce erosion of resin composites. The surface degradation of resin materials is related to the content and…Read article
The Effects of Peri-implantitis Decontamination Treatments on the Surface Roughness and Chemistry of a Titanium Alloy Used for Dental Implants: Implications for Bone Reintegration
Titanium (Ti) alloys are biocompatible materials which are often used for human implants, especially in dentistry. For this study, different types of odontological (dental) treatments for…Read article
Automated Digital 3D Topography Measurement with the Leica DCM 3D Dual Core Measuring Microscope
The precise measurement of surface structures and topography is the key thing during the production, control and development in many sectors of industry or research. Because very often there is not…Read article
No Defect Goes Undetected - Inspection of Micro-optic Components
Micro-optic components are used in a host of products concerned with illumination or imaging. Quality control of these components is challenging, as inspection has to be highly accurate yet…Read article