Chris Yakacki: Characterization of Active Shape-Memory Polymers The field of stimuli-sensitive polymers has grown rapidly over the past decade. Actively-moving polymers have gained attention and have been proposed for use in applications from shape-changing biomedical devices to morphing structures. This webinar covers the basics of characterizing shape-memory polymers using thermo-mechanical equipment, such as the Q800…
DetailsNew Castle, Delaware, USA. February 6, 2017 – TA Instruments announces the introduction of the all new TAM Air Microcalorimeter. Delivering the performance, reliability, and ease-of-use that is the hallmark of TA Instruments products, the new TAM Air maintains its leadership position as the instrument of choice for the characterization of the heat of hydration of cement as described by the regulatory methods…
DetailsNew TAM Air The isothermal calorimeter of choice for labs that require high sensitivity and the industry’s best baseline stability for both R&D applications and long term process analysis. << View all Isothermal Calorimeters Description Thermostat Calorimeter Ampoules Experiments Resources Software Video The new TAM Air from TA Instruments is a powerful isothermal calorimeter with heat…
DetailsThe Modular Microscope Accessory (MMA) for the DHR enables complete flow visualization, including counter-rotation, with simultaneous rheological measurements.
An Introduction To High Pressure Rheology High pressure rheology explores phenomena that are not accessible at ambient laboratory conditions. Three of the advantages of using a pressure rheometer cell include a controlled environment for volatile fluids, saturating fluids with soluble constituents, and exploring new phase space using a combination of temperature and pressure.
DetailsFasttrack is a dedicated software package optimized for testing and grading asphalt binders using TA Instruments DHR and AR series Dynamic Shear Rheometers (DSRs). Thoughtfully designed with the operator in mind, Fasttrack consists of an intuitive, easy-to-use graphical interface and a full suite of AASHTO and ASTM tests relevant to rheological testing of asphalt…
DetailsRubber Process Analyzer (RPA) for Elastomer and Compound Development and Quality Control The Rubber Process Analyzer (RPA) is an important tool for developing – and controlling the reliable manufacture of – elastomers and compounds. The RPA can provide far more information than traditional rubber testing methods such as the MDR or Mooney viscometer. In this…
DetailsForced Convection Oven (FCO) The premier temperature device for polymers and thermosets, featuring the fastest temperature response, extreme oxygen exclusion, and unrivaled thermal uniformity. Description Features Technology Accessories The FCO is a gas convection oven, designed for optimum temperature stability, extremely rapid heating and cooling, and ease-of-use over the temperature range of -150 °C to…
DetailsAdvanced Peltier System (APS) Stable, responsive Peltier temperature control technology featuring interchangeable plates or cylinders. Description Technology Geometries Accessories The APS is a Smart SwapTM Peltier temperature controlled environmental system with a temperature range of -10 to 150 °C, with a maximum heating rate of 20°C/min and a temperature accuracy of +/- 0.1 °C. Unlike…
DetailsOrthogonal Superposition & 2D-SAOS Exclusive new capabilities for probing nonlinear and anisotropic rheology. Description Features Orthogonal Superposition 2D Small Amplitude Oscillatory Shear TA Instruments introduces a new dimension in rheological testing exclusive to the ARES-G2. Simultaneous deformation in the angular and axial directions unlocks all new capabilities for probing nonlinear and anisotropic behavior of complex…
DetailsDynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA) True axial DMA capability in bending, tension, and compression. Description Features Applications Axial Bending, Tension and Compression With its unique Force Rebalance Transducer (FRT), the ARES-G2 rheometer is the only rotational rheometer capable of performing linear Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA) on solids in bending, tension and compression. Axial sample deformation is…
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