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Analytical Techniques and Methods

Publications on analytical methods used to characterize powders, particles, surfaces, structure, composition, and material behavior.

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  • LFP black mass pre export workflow infographic showing sampling, testing, review, decision, logistics, and shipping
    31 January 2026

    Black Mass Powder Quality: Sampling, QA Panel, and Spec Templates

    Black mass powder quality decides yield, buyer acceptance, and dispute risk. First, [...]

    Know How

  • Powder percolation threshold measurement setup with probe station, conductive trace, and connected LCR meter in a lab.
    10 January 2026

    Powder Percolation Threshold and Conductive Networks in Composite Feedstocks

    The powder percolation threshold is the point where conductive particles form a [...]

    Feature Article

  • Powder data lineage infographic showing a QR coded checklist linking provenance, processing, exposure, and release decisions.
    10 January 2026

    Powder data lineage is now a quality lever, not an admin task

    Powder data lineage is becoming a hard requirement in EU battery and [...]

    Insights

  • Gloved hand placing a labeled powder sample vial beside a pressure titration chart for laser diffraction PSD.
    5 January 2026

    Laser Diffraction Troubleshooting: Pressure Titration for Reliable PSD

    Laser diffraction troubleshooting often points at the powder, not the method. A [...]

    Insights

  • Powder containment performance testing during a powder transfer, with an operator handling a liner at a stainless steel connection.
    3 January 2026

    Powder Containment Performance Testing: How to Specify, Measure, and Improve Containment

    Powder containment performance testing turns “we think it’s contained” into measured proof. [...]

    Know How

  • Technician testing incoming powder in a small hopper beside printed certificates of analysis in a lab.
    22 November 2025

    Powder Certificate of Analysis vs Reality: Why Incoming Tests Matter

    A powder certificate of analysis (CoA) confirms identity and basic properties, but [...]

    Feature Article