X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) has become an indispensable characterization technique for analyzing the surface chemistry of thin films and coatings. With its ability to probe just the top few nanometers and reveal elemental composition, chemical bonding, and electronic structure, XPS provides unparalleled insights into how surface and interface properties determine film performance.
This article discusses photonic crystals and their role in controlling the propagation of light.
By Samudrapom Dam
21 Aug 2023
Plasmonics is an innovative concept in nanophotonics that combines the properties of both electronics and photonics by confining the light energy to a nanometer-scale oscillating field of free electrons/surface plasmon. This article discusses the importance and applications of plasmonics in photonics.
By Samudrapom Dam
18 Aug 2023
Cutting-edge methods such as advanced microscopy techniques have become invaluable tools in the field of art conservation, allowing us to delve into the intricate details of artworks and gain profound insights into their composition, history, and degradation processes.
By Blaise Manga Enuh
15 Aug 2023
Laser speckle contrast imaging is an effective tool for full-field blood flow imaging. Recently, the technique has gained significant attention owing to its increasing adoption for brain blood flow studies.
By Samudrapom Dam
11 Aug 2023
Lasers are increasingly playing a crucial role in different fields, such as entertainment, computing, medicine, instrumentation, telecommunications, and manufacturing, specifically additive manufacturing.
By Samudrapom Dam
9 Aug 2023
This article presents an overview of laser diffraction, its application in measuring particle size distributions, and its diverse uses across various industries.
Atomic force microscopy (AFM) has become an essential characterization tool in polymer research due to its unique capacity for multifunctional, nanoscale imaging and measurement. Recent advances have enabled AFM to probe complex polymer structures, functions, and behavior under real-world conditions across various scales.
NMR spectroscopy is a non-destructive technique used to analyze the structure of a molecule by exploring its electronic orientation. This article examines the advantages and limitations involved in the application of NMR spectroscopy and provides an overview of its industrial application.
By Bhavna Kaveti
1 Aug 2023
This article explores the versatility, working principles, and building blocks of PID controllers.