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Description: Microhardness analysis is a materials testing technique used to measure the hardness of small-scale features or microstructures within a material. It is a valuable tool in materials science and engineering for characterizing the mechanical properties of materials on a small scale. Here’s a description of microhardness analysis, its applications, strengths, and limitations: 1. Description: …
Description: Hydrogen Forward Scattering Spectrometry (HFS) is an ion scattering technique that is used to quantitatively determine the vertical distribution of hydrogen in thin films. During the process, He2+ ions hit the sample surface at a glancing angle, knocking hydrogen atoms out of the sample, which can then be analyzed using a solid state detector. The …
ASTM B417 – Standard Test Method for Apparent Density of Non-Free-Flowing Metal Powders Using the Carney Funnel Description: Significance and Use 5.1 This test method provides a guide for evaluation of an important physical characteristic of a powder known as the apparent density. The measured apparent density bears a relationship to the mass of powder that …
ASTM D257 – Standard Test Methods for DC Resistance or Conductance of Insulating Materials Description: Significance and Use 5.1 Insulating materials are used to isolate components of an electrical system from each other and from ground, as well as to provide mechanical support for the components. For this purpose, it is generally desirable to have the …
ASTM C114 – Standard Specification for Admixtures for Shotcrete Description: Abstract This specification covers materials proposed for use as admixtures to be added to a Portland-cement shotcrete mixture for the purpose of altering the properties of the mixture. The material shall be classified as Type I (dry mix shotcrete, with Grades 1-9) and Type II …
ASTM C113 – Standard Test Method for Thermal Diffusivity by the Flash Method Standard Test Method for Reheat Change of Refractory Brick Description: Significance and Use 3.1 Refractory brick and shapes of different compositions exhibit unique permanent linear changes after heating or reheating. This test method provides a standard procedure for heating various classes of refractories …
ASTM C109 – Standard Test Method for Compressive Strength of Hydraulic Cement Mortars (Using 2-in. or [50 mm] Cube Specimens) Description: Significance and Use 4.1 This test method provides a means of determining the compressive strength of hydraulic cement and other mortars and results may be used to determine compliance with specifications. Further, this test method is …
ASTM C67 – Standard Test Methods for Sampling and Testing Brick and Structural Clay Tile Description: Abstract These test methods cover procedures for the sampling and testing of brick and structural clay tile. The tests include modulus of rupture, compressive strength, absorption, saturation coefficient, effect of freezing and thawing, efflorescence, initial rate or absorption, and …
ASTM C16 – Standard Test Method for Load Testing Refractory Shapes at High Temperatures Description: Significance and Use 3.1 The ability of refractory shapes to withstand prescribed loads at elevated temperatures is a measure of the high-temperature service potential of the material. By definition, refractory shapes must resist change due to high temperature, and the ability …
ASTM B822 – Standard Test Method for Particle Size Distribution of Metal Powders and Related Compounds by Light Scattering Description: Significance and Use 5.1 Reported particle size measurement is a function of both the actual particle dimension and shape factor as well as the particular physical or chemical properties being measured. Caution is required when comparing …
