Learn more about theory of FTIR, XRF, Polarization and NIR Process monitoring in this set of articles covering the basics through to advanced topics.
Contents
- FTIR Theory Articles
- XRF/Sample Preparation Theory Articles
- Process Monitoring Theory Articles
- Polarization Theory Articles
FTIR Theory Articles
Interpreting Infrared Spectroscopy
Learn how to interpret an FTIR spectrum in this beginners guide.
Molecular Vibrations Explained | Animated Guides
What is the origin of bands in the infrared spectrum? Read this animated guide to learn about the theory behind FTIR Spectroscopy.
FTIR – Transmission vs ATR spectroscopy | Animated Guides
What are the differences between using ATR spectroscopy and transmission spectroscopy for analysis and which option is better? Read this article to find out.
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FTIR Frequency Look-up Tool
Have a band in your spectrum and not sure how to assign it? Use our FTIR Frequency Lookup Tool to help identify potential matches.
XRF/Sample Preparation Theory Articles
What is XRF? | Animated Guides
X-ray Fluorescence (XRF) is a technique widely used in elemental analysis. But how does XRF work?
How Does a Hydraulic Press Work? | Animated Guides
A hydraulic press is a compression device that makes use of an exerted force placed upon a fluid, to create a resulting force according to Pascal’s Law.
What is a pellet die? | Animated Guides
A pellet die is a simple tool used to form thin cylindrical pellets from a powder using a pellet press.
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NIR Process Monitoring Theory Articles
Integrating Process Flow Cells
Modern process control benefits from access to real-time updates without time-consuming or disruptive sampling for analytical testing. Fiber optic-coupled process flow cells are a key enabling technology to facilitate the acquisition of continuous online UV/Vis and NIR spectroscopic absorbance process measurements.
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Polarization Theory Articles
The basics of polarization | Animated Guides
In many spectroscopic and photonics applications, it is desirable to work with light that has been polarized in a particular direction. In this article we explore what polarization is, and how it may be obtained from an unpolarized light source.