Scientific Instruments Newsletter

Industry Trends & Events . . . CubeSats Revolutionize Space Data They are much smaller than a bread box, but powerful enough to gather data on the solar activity in Earth's upper atmosphere. Called cubesats because of their shape, these small satellites, roughly 4 in. on a side, are being built mainly by students and deployed into orbit by Air Force and NASA launch vehicles. The National Science Foundation has even hosted a workshop to help potential researchersdesign their own cubesat system, in hopes that the homegrown devices can help gather information for a variety of scientific disciplines, from climate change to resource management to communication. Watch the video to learn how the European Space Agency is using cubesats as part of its education program. New Online Ceramic Labware Store — Save 10% CoorsTek Combination Pressure/Temperature Transmitter Process Measurement & Controls, Inc. CoorsTek, the largest and most trusted technical ceramics manufacturer, now offers direct, online purchasing of their ceramic labware at a discount. Our 100% USA-made ceramic crucibles, dishes, mortars and pestles, combustion boats, funnels, capsules, and several other high-quality labware components are available. Visit our online Labware Storeand receive 10% off most products. ATM/T is a twin measurement Precision Transmitter with accuracies of < 0.1% (pressure) and <1.2 F (temperature). Dual outputs of 4-20mA or 0-5/10 Vdc are offered for ranges of 0-1 to 0-8500 psi and -40 to 300 F. The compact 316Lst.st. housing with many options is ideal for test/measurement, machine monitoring, and more...

Spectroscopy & Chromatography . . . Learn More Empowering Polymer Engineering Advances in polymers abound in almost every industry, from packaging to textiles to medical implants, making analysis of emerging materials all the more important for tailored design. A new high temperature gel permeation chromatography analyzer is fully automated and designed to prepare and analyze polymers, such as polyethylene and polypropylene. Fitted with multiple detectors, the analyzer provides information on absolute molecular weight, molecular size, intrinsic viscosity, and branching information. Cassini Spectrometer Detects Space Particle Thanks to the Cassini Plasma Spectrometer (CAPS), which was designed to measure charged ions and electrons, scientists have discovered a new class of space particles called submicroscopic nanograins near Enceladus, one of Saturn's moons. The tiny particles of electrically charged dust were predicted to exist throughout the universe, but this is the first time that researchers have detected and analyzed them. Microscopy & Imaging . . . Learn More Warm Microscopy is Fertile Ground Infertility affects many couples, and now scientists have a new tool to help assess where the problem may lie. Atemperature controlled, phase contrast microscope features a warm stage that enables scientists to evaluate sperm motility at body temperature, giving them a highly accurate assessment. The stage is warmed using a bi-filar heating element that covers the entire stage to ensure uniform heating. A temperature sensor employing a platinum resistor ensures temperature stability. First Light The James Webb Space Telescope, successor to the Hubble, is ready for first light, according to the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory in the UK. The lab has finished testing the telescope'smid-infrared instrument (Miri) and is ready to ship it to the U.S. Miri's job is to detect and identify the first luminous objects in the universe, using a sophisticated design that enables the analysis of a wider range of wavelengths — 5-28 μ — than previously used instruments. Reliable and Easy to Maintain Plant Growth Chamber Percival Scientific, Inc. 3D Data Visualization and Analysis Software Visualization Sciences Group, Inc. (VSG) Percival Scientific, Inc. The PGC-20 Plant Growth Chamber The Percival PGC-20 plant growth chamber is a low cost alternative to walk-in chambers, offering improved light and temperature uniformity, all while being easy to maintain and own.(Read more)... Avizo® Fire software provides engineers and researchers with a powerful platform to visualize and understand experimental data from multiple sources (microscopy, tomography, Ultrasound, Radiology, GPR...) 2D/3D image processing, segmentation — feature extraction, 3D model reconstruction, advanced quantification and analysis, and Bridges with LabView®, MatLab® Heavy Metals Analysis Enviro-Analytical High-speed and Quantum Efficiency Converge Avantes The Metalyser HM1000. Contamination of our water resources by toxic heavy metals is becoming an increasing problem the world over. The Metalyser HM1000 has been designed specifically to allow easier, cost-effective monitoring of heavy metals most commonly associated with health and environmental problems. View more details and visit Enviro-Analytical. The AvaSpec-ULS2048XL is a high sensitivity, high-speed spectrometerwith a back-thinned CCD detector featuring a linear array of 2048 500 µ tall pixels, Supports integration times as low as 2 µs and has exceptional QE ideal for high-speed applications such as laser spectroscopy and pulsed light source metrology. Industrial Applications . . . Learn More Device Works Well Under Pressure A computer-controlled bench-top analyzer can measure high pressure adsorption, absorption, and desorption of hydrogen, carbon dioxide, and methane on solid samples, appealing to scientists and industrial processors alike. The new device is suitable for the high-pressure, high-temperature demands of industrial applications like gas sequestration and development of materials for alternative energy. Detecting Toxic Gases Industrial Scientific's lightweight and configurable gas detection device can protect miners from toxic gases such as carbon monoxide (CO) and hydrogen sulfide (H2S), and can be fitted with sensors that make it ideal for use in mines that use diesel equipment. The device is also compatible with the company's Gas Detection as a Service system, which features docking stations and detection devices monitored by a Web-based status and reporting system. Metrology & Calibration . . . Learn More Celebrate World Metrology Day On May 21st, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) commemorated the signing of the Treaty of the Meter in 1875, an event that united 17 nations in the establishment of a uniform framework for the advancement of measurement science. This year's celebration focuses on safety, including the effect of new nano-based products on human health and the environment. Metrology efforts all over the world are focused on new measurement technologies that enhance safety and security, from cryptography to chemical detection to crash avoidance systems in vehicles. Measuring Photovoltaic Performance Featuring an innovative optical design, the Spi-Sun Simulator 5600SLP from Spire Solar can accurately measure the performance of high-efficiency silicon, thin-film, and multi-junction photovoltaic modules. The devicesimulates sunlight with lamps that use pulse widths exceeding 100 ms, testing the electrical characteristics of the modules.   Permeation Analysis for Packaging Applications Systech Instruments pH and/or Conductivity: BioProcess Control Monitor optek-Danulat, Inc. Systech Illinois' oxygen permeation analyzers offer reliable and versatile testing for all films, bottles, and packages. These permeation analysis instruments provide extremely fast purge down time, accurate readings at the lowest levels, and the highest quality sensors in the market. The changeover from wet to dry sample runs is the fastest on offer. The CONTROL 200 electrochemical converter is designed for continuous monitoring and control of pH and conductivity. The C200 series is available either as a single input (pH or conductivity) or dual input (pH and/or conductivity) converter. Operation and programming is simple, using pushbuttons on front panel. Learn more...