Li-Ion electrodes are more than just energy suppliers; they’re intricate mazes of structures and materials. Their design and intricate layout play pivotal roles in determining a battery’s capacity, discharge rate, and overall lifespan.
Different types of SIMS analyses exist. The two main types include Dynamic SIMS (high current) and static-SIMS (low current).
High Powered Electronics are used in a wide suite of applications, from consumer electronics and electric vehicles to railways and power plants and even artificial intelligence.
It’s cool to know that some of the analytical techniques available at EAG, such as SEM and XRD, are being used to analyze a sample from space! How awesome is that?
Electrochromic Glass, also known as smart glass, is a newer technology which allows users to turn glass opaque when needed, and clear when not.
TEM, STEM and AC-STEM techniques deliver high resolution images providing a detailed view of a material or product.
Cryo FIB uses a cold sample stage that can be controlled to -135°C making it it more suitable for temperature sensitive materials.
RBS is the one technique where we can really say that the composition and concentration are accurately determined for thin films.
Gallium oxide has the potential to replace or substitute gallium nitride for power conversion in electric trains and vehicles.
Aerospace Materials Testing for Tunnel Junction Solar Cells Science has opened many doors in its advancement over the centuries.
Solids fall under two main categories: amorphous and crystalline. These two types of solids have different properties that may be more beneficial for certain products or applications.
Televisions, computer screens, cell phone screens etc. are getting clearer, sharper, brighter and use much less power. This is all possible through LEDs.
In sectors like the automotive industry, ATE plays a pivotal role in verifying the proper and reliable operation of critical systems.
Image processing can be used to generate high density critical dimension measurements that allow us to extract the full profile of the interfacial roughness in a multilayer stack.
The elemental purity of boron carbide can be measured using several methods offered by Eurofins EAG Laboratories
Our laboratories in France and the Netherlands offer materials testing for industries including semiconductor, consumer electronics, lighting, aerospace and healthcare.
SEM-Cathodoluminescence is used for a wide variety of luminescent materials and devices. It allows for the inspection of optical properties with sub-um spatial resolutions combined with SEM imaging having 3-5nm spatial resolution.
One way to combat rising fuel costs in the aerospace industry and improve efficiency is to use new advanced materials such as Ceramic Matrix Composites (CMCs).
Aerospace and defense government suppliers can have confidence in EAG’s credibility in providing accurate and high-quality testing services.
Besides images provided by SEM and TEM, different attachments can be added to reveal crystalline information, including (SEM-EBSD) and TEM (TEM-PED).
There are many key components of the VCSEL, but one challenging region is the oxide aperture. The oxide aperture is responsible for current confinement, and it is important to have high quality oxidation to prevent failure of the device.
Complementary Techniques: X-Ray & SAM X-ray imaging is a great non-destructive technique that is used in many industries to help visualize internal construction. Scanning acoustic
XRD analysis provides identification of crystalline phases present. For 3D printed materials that come from a matrix of multiple elements, it can be unclear whether the cooling creates one, consistent phase of material or if it separates out into multiple phases.
An injection molded component in a consumer product was found to have an increased failure rate over a three-month period.
Cryogenic focused ion beam and scanning electron microscopy is a technique used to reduce damage caused by ion and electron beams.
A client requested assistance to investigate a recurrent issue with the curing failure of a silicone adhesive joint between metal components.
A client wanted to investigate the delamination of food packaging multilayer laminate. Roll stock did not meet seal strength specification.
Electrical AFM can measure the electrical/electromechanical properties of various functional materials and samples. This helps distinguish between conductive and nonconductive areas or polar and nonpolar regions of a device.
Diatomaceous Earth’s remarkable properties make it a versatile substance with a wide range of applications.
EAG Laboratories provides clients with answers to these questions and more with testing support for every stage of the supply chain.
The Dual Beam FIB-SEM integrates a focused ion beam with a scanning electron microscope for simultaneous sample prepping and imaging.
EAG provides a number of services to ensure the safety in manufacturing and performance for the aviation industry.
The roughness of a surface and how it interacts with surrounding materials and elements can have a significant impact on material technology and its functionality.
XRF is a non-destructive technique that is used to quantify the elemental composition of materials.
EAG Scientists utilize GDMS analysis to perform Elemental Depth Profiling for chemical purity evaluations for aerospace & defense.
A company was investigating environmental stress cracking of polycarbonate components used in a conveyor device that was sanitized.
Essentials of Particulate Testing: USP <788> and AAMI TIR42 While there are many standards available for particulate testing, USP <788> and AAMI TIR42 are the
Eurofins EAG has a wide array of analytical techniques to verify the cleanliness of medical devices. We’ve helped our customers evaluate the cleanliness of their products using techniques including NVR analysis, often in combination with FTIR, XPS and TOF-SIMS.
All materials have trapped gasses inside. Learn how EAG utilizes Evolved Gas Analysis to analyze what gasses are being released.
Alumina is essential not only for its role in aluminum production but also for its durability, thermal stability, and electrical insulation, making it indispensable across these diverse fields.
The dual-beam FIB – SEM is an advanced tool that combines precise sample milling/preparation with high-resolution imaging.
EAG offers advanced expertise and a risk-based approach for medical device extractable study design and execution, including the latest FDA expectations.
In the aerospace industry, electronics are subjected to extreme environmental variables. EAG’s failure analysis group can help solve potential problems that may arise.
As medical devices become more complex, there are many more opportunities for things to go awry. Identifying, diagnosing, and remedying failures becomes dramatically more challenging. We can help.
FIB Circuit Edit provides the ability to quickly perform nano-surgury by cutting traces or adding metal connections at the chip level
Eurofins EAG Laboratories (EAG) is a leader in corrosion testing employing a multidisciplinary approach and advanced techniques to aid manufacturers in improving their products’ reliability.
Food packaging materials can be made with plastics, paper and board, glass, metal, wax, and printing inks. These packaging materials are directly and indirectly in contact with our food.
The analytical evaluation threshold (AET), an important part of the extractables and leachables testing in these studies, needs to be calculated for each instrumental technique.
Biocompatibility assessments are a battery of tests performed to evaluate a product, medical device, or other material for the risk of biological hazards.
EAG Laboratories pursues quality in all aspects of our work for customers. ISO certifications and ongoing audits serves many market sectors.
FTIR and Raman are spectroscopy techniques that provide molecular information from various types of materials.
III-V materials partially provide us with the ever evolving and changing technological advances we enjoy today.
GC-MS can help with failure analysis or contamination characterization analysis on 3D printed parts. Utilizing a variety of different sampling techniques, GC-MS is a versatile tool that can identify specific species of volatile organic compounds.
For over 40 years, EAG has been involved in the entire glass value chain, from raw starting materials to final products.
APT is a nanoscale materials analysis technique that provides 3D spatial imaging and chemical composition measurements with high sensitivity simultaneously.
A device manufacturer observed defects in a lot of thermoplastic tubing. The tubing exhibited signs chemical attack or exposure to heating.
High reliability electronic components like integrated circuits are often required to operate for long periods of time, having little or no opportunity for replacement.
Ion-exchanged glass is used in a variety of applications where strength, durability, and resistance to damage are important. Applications like smartphone screens.
Surface cleanliness is critical in how a material or a layer on a product interacts with other surfaces, which in turn can affect its functionality.
EAG scientists are leaders in the lithium-ion batteries recycling arena. EAG is a valuable resource in understanding these materials.
Eurofins EAG Laboratories stands ready to assist in the analysis of lithium-ion batteries from the raw material supply chain through to the finished product and eventual recycling.
EAG’s material and microelectronic testing service is dedicated to providing the best information from ensuring the purity of starting materials, to prototype testing of devices in the ramp up towards full-scale production.
Unwanted chemical impurities can be problematic. GDMS is a powerful full survey analysis tool for chemical purity evaluations.
EAG divides FA tasks into three levels. In each level, we employ optimal techniques for device characterization, defect localization, and root cause failure analysis.
Cracks were observed in transparent thermoformed plastic packaging during visual quality checks. Failures occured in specific material lots.
Developing a reliable product has many challenges due to the desire for increased capability, reduction in formfactor, and managing the supply chain.
Nanoprobing is crucial for understanding advanced semiconductor devices, finding faults, and conducting thorough failure analysis.
EAG provides essential services for common devices and platforms that are instrumental to the electronics industry. These include artificial intelligence, ASICs, PCB Assembly, and Discretes.
In the early stages of materials development for consumer electronics, a myriad of technologies comes into play, including semiconductors, MEMs & NAND structures, plastics, glass, and various raw materials.
As a trusted partner in the consumer electronics industry, we are ready to meet the evolving industry needs, advancing innovation and excellence.
Analytical testing to support changes in raw materials and processing conditions used in manufacturing memory foam, as well as odor
One of our surface analysis techniques, TOF-SIMS, can be used to characterize the surface coatings on screens and to compare the thickness of the coatings using depth profiles.
PFIB differs from traditional FIB in that it uses various gases such as Xe, Ar, oxygen or nitrogen to generate a plasma that is used to remove material from a sample.
Blisters were observed in paint applied to steel plates that had undergone treatment with a corrosion inhibitor. An investigation was performed to determine if there was evidence of contamination on the inside of the blister.
In Vitro testing uses cell-based biological models instead of animals or humans.
Quantum computing has the potential to revolutionize various fields by solving problems that are currently intractable for classical computers.
The term ‘rare earth elements’ (REEs) is a misnomer and better refers to the relatively rare ores REEs are extracted from; rare earth elements are all around us!
To be hermetically sealed essentially means to be airtight so that nothing can come in or get out (i.e., gas, moisture, liquid, etc.).
As the list of restricted substances grows, testing demands customized methods to identify issues early. This is a complex issue that requires a strategic approach.
Silicon carbide is increasingly considered a potential replacement for traditional silicon semiconductors due to its superior properties.
Atomic Layer Deposition technology aids in the demand for computational advancement in the microelectronics industry.
Superalloys, combine two ore more elements of which one is Ni, Co, or Fe, and provide strength, toughness, and durability at high temps.
Supplier verification can be critical to the long-term success of your product and business. At Eurofins EAG, our technical experts have many years of experience working with battery materials. We are your battery partner to bring your product to market faster and more efficiently.
Product liability cases have many complexities and challenges and require top-notch legal services. Navigating the intricate details of these cases requires not only legal insight but also specialized expertise in various technical and regulatory domains.
For 3D printed products, XPS can provide composition and bonding information for the top 5-10nm sample surfaces. Oftentimes, surface contamination/oxide thickness would affect the appearance (as well as performance when applicable) of the material, and XPS could help identify the source and/or cause.
Cold stage analysis has been shown to be effective for samples that are not solids at room temperature or that have components that are volatile in a vacuum system, such as the antibacterial coated sutures.
Measuring the chemical state of the battery components such as the cathode, anode, separator, electrolyte, contact layers and additives, at various stages of cycling, provides vital information about the electrochemical processes that occur during battery use.
Contamination control and defect reduction are critical issues in the manufacturing process of compound semiconductor devices which can impact the performance of the end product. We can provide valuable insights to identify contaminants and characterize materials throughout the product lifecycle.
PCOR-SIMS was originally developed to analyze Silicon Germanium (SiGe) devices for the communications industry.
In the world of medical device safety testing, ISO 10993-5 plays a crucial role. A key aspect of this, which is sometimes overlooked in certain studies, is the T0 time point, or time zero.
Warpage Analysis serves as a valuable tool for measuring the warpage and deformation experienced by products under thermal stresses.
VCSELs have several advantages, such as a higher modulation speed, which make them great for technological innovations.
Graphite is and has been a ubiquitous mineral in our lives, from pencil “lead” and water filters to ancient markings on pottery.
SEM equipped with EDS can capture detailed images and identify elements simultaneously on the surface of samples.
Low-E Coatings on glass are a high efficiency protection of a glass surface for transparency. These coatings help the glass become energy efficient to allow the sunlight to come in or reflect out.
The Versatility and Usefulness of Aerogels Thermal resistance and its complement, thermal conductance, are fundamental concepts in thermodynamics, thermal engineering, and heat transfer. They describe
DPA in the aerospace industry is essential for maintaining high levels of reliability, ensuring compliance with standards, conducting thorough quality control, and analyzing failures.
Failure analysis plays a crucial role in the development and maintenance of medical device electronics.
There is still so much to learn about batteries, including challenges such as energy density, cycle life, fast charge, and safety. In this blog, we’ll be focusing on energy density.
LA-ICP-MS is a technique that uses direct micro-scale sampling to provide high precision elemental characterization of solid materials.
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