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Thermal Analysis

A variety of thermal properties of composite resins and industrial chemicals can be determined using Shimadzu thermal
analysis instruments (TGA, DSC, TMA, and DTG) and Capillary Flow Technology (CFT), such as glass transition temperature,
degradation or melting temperature, purity analysis, and curing behavior.

Shown below is a DSC measurement of a hardening reaction of an epoxy resin at various points of heat treatment. As the
reaction progresses, the glass transition temperature increases and the enthalpy of reaction decreases.

Industrial X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT)

Industrial X-Ray CT systems provide detailed visualization of the internal
structure and features of an object. Scanning composites can identify fiber
position and alignment, calculate volume fraction of different components,
and identify the size and distribution of pores. Powerful color processing
software enables observation and statistical calculations of different internal
regions. CT scanning is also a useful tool for identifying cracks, voids, and
disconnections for failure analysis.

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