This month, our experiment aimed to honor Earth Day, a global event celebrated annually on April 22nd to promote environmental protection. In tribute to this day of environmental awareness, we focused on measuring the Earth itself, specifically delving into soil composition, which encompasses a diverse array of molecules, minerals, and organic matter. Notably, certain components exhibit distinct absorbance peaks in the NIR spectrum, such as the free water OH features at 1400 nm and 1900 nm, along with clay lattice OH features at 1400 nm and 2200 nm, which can also indicate moisture levels. Mor ..read more

Introduction Traditional manufacturing is undergoing a significant transformation due to rapid technological advancements. Modern data science is driving the emergence of ‘smart manufacturing, fundamentally changing how processes are developed, monitored, and assessed. Smart manufacturing aims to boost productivity, sustainability, and economic performance by seamlessly integrating all operational systems within industrial enterprises. This article delves into the role of spectroscopy in revolutionizing smart manufacturing, highlighting how it helps foster improved product quality, consistency ..read more

On April 2nd, Avantes commemorated its 30th anniversary as a fiber optic spectroscopy manufacturer. Over these 30 years, we have witnessed our instruments in action, catalyzing innovative research and changing the world. From modest beginnings, we have expanded to include two flagship offices, one in the US and another in China. With each passing year, we grow increasingly proud to be recognized as one of the leading spectroscopy companies. Reflecting on Three Decades of Innovation: Over the past 30 years, one of our proudest milestones has been the innovative research our instruments have be ..read more

Introducing our new field kits, meticulously designed to cater to the diverse needs of researchers and scientists like you, ensuring a seamless and productive day of field collection. We understand that every customer is unique, which is why we’ve gone the extra mile to create three distinct kits, each finely tailored to meet specific sampling requirements. But our commitment to customization doesn’t stop there. Beyond these three kits, we have the capability to create bespoke solutions based on your exact application needs. Our dedicated Sales Engineers are poised and ready to engage in a per ..read more

In our last guide, we discussed the basic functionality of the TimeSeries module, including the peak, average, and integral function types, adjusting the measure mode for each function type, and adjusting the function display settings. Herein, we will continue our discussion of the TimeSeries module by reviewing the Function Output Settings and Function Digital or Analog Output, which control data output and signal output, respectively.  The data outputs can be used to save data as a .dat or Excel file, and the signal outputs can be used to send TTL signals to other electronic devices. Av ..read more

In the dynamic realm of chemical processes, spectroscopy emerges as a powerful tool, providing invaluable insights across various applications. Chemical reactions, ranging from vital cellular processes to the intricacies of photosynthesis, are pivotal components shaping our world. The ability to delve into these reactions with precision and depth sets spectroscopy apart as a transformative tool for researchers and industry professionals. Spectroscopy offers unparalleled precision, enabling real-time monitoring of chemical reactions across industries. From pharmaceuticals to biotechnology, its ..read more

Get to Know our New Office Coordinator Avery brings a wealth of diverse experiences, having graduated from the University of Denver with a dual degree in Ecology and Biodiversity and English, with a concentration in Creative Writing. With a versatile background spanning various fields, including legal, accounting, and health administration, Avery’s passion truly lies in the realm of science. Her favorite role to date? Working in the entomology lab during her college years. Avery is thrilled to be back in a role adjacent to science, where she can immerse herself in the latest scientific advance ..read more

Summary Raman spectroscopy is a highly valuable and widely utilized technique for real time chemical identification measurement in various molecules and materials. Its non-destructive, rapid, and precise results have made it indispensable across diverse industries such as Pharmaceutics, Forensics, Food, Chemistry and Materials science, Gemstone identification, and Petrochemical identification. It is important to emphasize that proper calibration methods are being applied for chemical identification measurements to ensure accurate and reliable identification and data interpretati ..read more

Introduction/Application During the summer months, we are often cautioned to prevent the harmful effects of overexposure to UV rays by wearing sunscreen to protect our skin, hats to protect our head, neck, and scalp, and sunglasses to protect our eyes. These precautions do not usually carry over to winter, where the greater concern is keeping our bodies warm and retaining heat in the much colder weather. Despite this, a similar damaging condition can occur during both seasons: photokeratitis, or sunburned eyes. While this is caused by longer daytimes during the summer, the condition can be cau ..read more

In our last guide, Using the Spectrum3D Module in AvaSoft 8, we discussed utilizing the Spectrum3D module as a means of measuring and analyzing multiple spectra over a period of time. This module is an excellent tool for displaying multiple spectra over a period of time and performing simple analysis of a whole spectrum at a point in time or a single wavelength over a period of time. However, more complex analysis is not available in this module and requires additional post-processing. For example, one may wish to track the integral of a wavelength range over a period of time, or track where t ..read more