Application Notes: Molecular

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Transmission gratings open up many new options for the optical designer. In this tech note, we explore the benefits of transmission gratings over other types.

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Efficient charge extraction is crucial for high-efficiency solar cells. Electron and hole extraction layers optimize cell performance. PL spectroscopy, proportional to carrier number, is ideal for comparing extraction layer efficiency.

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The pharmaceutical industry relies on Raman microscopy for product analysis and quality control. This technique is crucial for investigating a vast range of products, from life-saving medicines to everyday over-the-counter treatments.

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Olive oil, especially extra virgin, is prized for its quality and purity. However, fraud and adulteration are significant concerns. UV-Vis spectrophotometry is a reliable technique for assessing olive oil quality by quantifying key compounds. An Edinburgh Instruments DS5 Spectrophotometer is used to evaluate olive oil quality and detect adulteration.

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Photon upconversion converts low-energy photons to higher-energy photons. UCNPs, composed of rare-earth elements, can convert near-infrared light to visible or UV light. They have potential applications in solar energy and biomedicine. Understanding their luminescence properties is crucial for optimization. FS5 Spectrofluorometer was used for comprehensive upconversion characterization.

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Photosensitisers (PS) absorb light and reach a triplet excited state. This state interacts with a target species, transferring energy and inducing reactions. PS returns to its ground state and can participate in further photochemical activations.

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High structural selectivity of Raman, with spectral & spatial resolution & non-destructive nature of Raman make it ideal as a standard characterization tool in the growing field of graphene.

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Characterization of carbon materials is crucial in various industries, particularly for ensuring quality of Li-ion batteries. Explore the background & challenges with traditional analysis.

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A reverse engineering study on a bipolar plate from a commercial vehicle using GD-OES & Raman spectroscopy. The analyses revealed the plate had an amorphous carbon coating on a titanium base plate.