Archive for the ‘Consumer Products’ Category

Fluorescence of Quinine Sulfate

Monday, May 9th, 2011

Background:

Fluorescence spectroscopy analysis is a great tool for investigational research and analytical science applications. It is used often in biochemical, chemical, pharmaceutical, and medical applications, in addition to mineralogy, fluorescent labeling, sensors and forensics applications. It is also used to aid in the identification of proteins, organic compounds, oils and dyes and is used for environmental monitoring and laser induced chlorophyll fluorescence for crop yield assessments. (more…)

Reflection and Transmission of Chlorine Content Color Wheel

Wednesday, February 2nd, 2011

Background

The customer supplied us with a special wheel used for chlorine content measurements.  The provided sample has nine windows of varying shades of yellow, with a clear center window for reference, as shown in Figure 1.  (more…)

Using the HR2000+CG for Reflection Testing

Monday, January 24th, 2011

The Ocean Optics HR2000+CG Spectrometer is a versatile, high-performance option for a range of applications. In this experiment, we conducted a feasibility study for a customer measuring reflectance of ceramic discs. (more…)

Raman Analysis of Pharmaceutical Ingredients

Thursday, September 2nd, 2010

A range of options is available for Raman analysis, including systems suitable for handheld, laboratory and educational applications. Systems typically include a spectrometer, laser, operating software and sampling accessories, while modular options are available for users to configure their own Raman systems. Most applications are handled in the 150-3200 cm-1 range, with resolution of ~6-10 cm-1. (more…)

Optical Non-Intrusive Measurement of Dissolved Oxygen and pH in Wine Processing

Friday, July 30th, 2010

Setup

Components for Oxygen:
NeoFox Phase Fluorometer
RedEye® Oxygen Patches (Headspace and In-Solution measurement)
Bifurcated Fiber Optic probe (more…)

LIBS Analysis of Microprocessor Chips

Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010

Goal:
Assess the feasibility of using LIBS system to characterize elements in microprocessor coating and core (more…)

Measuring Oxygen Concentration in Headspace

Wednesday, December 9th, 2009

Goal:

To measure oxygen concentration is measured in the headspace of organic solvents such as Acetonitrile) using a phase fluorometer system (more…)

LIBS Analysis of Copper Sample

Monday, October 26th, 2009

Goal:
To acquire elemental analysis data for a copper sample (more…)

UV/VIS Analysis of Sodium Hypochlorite (Generic Ultra Bleach)

Monday, October 26th, 2009

Goal:
Determine the detection limits for chlorine in bleach (more…)

Identification of elements present in aluminum alloy beads

Monday, October 26th, 2009

Goal:
Identify elements present in alloy beads using LIBS. (more…)

Detection of lanthanum on stainless steel and aluminum with LIBS

Monday, October 26th, 2009

Goal:
Evaluate the performance of the HR2000 spectrometer for the LIBS detection of lanthanum on stainless steel and aluminum (more…)

LIBS Analysis of Glued Wood Composite

Friday, October 16th, 2009

Goal:
To assess the discrimination capabilities of LIBS for different layers in a glued wood composite (more…)

LIBS Analysis of Steel Samples

Friday, October 16th, 2009

Goal:
Assess the ability of LIBS to detect dirt in steel samples (more…)

Analysis of Silicone Release Contaminants on Commercial Airplane Coupons

Thursday, October 15th, 2009

Goal:
Determine the sensitivity of LIBS for the detection of silicone release reagent contamination on commercial airplane coupons (more…)