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The Analytical Scientist / App Notes / 2018 / 8 Reasons to Upgrade to Automated Imaging

8 Reasons to Upgrade to Automated Imaging

07/26/2018

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The accurate measurement of particle shape and size – as well as the chemical identification capabilities provided by MDRS – could make a real difference to research, development and manufacturing operations across many different sectors of industry and commerce.

Why automated image analysis is rapidly replacing manual microscopy for characterizing particle shape and how combining it with Raman spectroscopy adds chemical identification. Automated image analysis systems that provide detailed morphological information are rapidly replacing manual microscopy as the most effective method of characterizing both particle shape and size. These sophisticated new instruments use the latest technology to provide useful and actionable insight. Until recently, these instruments had been regarded as rather niche, due to their previously limited functionality. However, significant advances in terms of both their capabilities and performance, along with the new insights into particle morphology that these instruments provide, have opened up exciting new avenues for research and development, and helped optimize manufacturing and production techniques to make them a much more generally attractive proposition.One of the key advances has been improvements in camera technology, enabling more sensitive measurements to be taken. This has been complemented by more powerful image segmentation techniques resulting in much more detailed and accurate particle size and shape measurements. Another recent development in this field is the integration of Raman spectroscopy with automated imaging systems resulting in a technique known as Morphologically-Directed Raman Spectroscopy (MDRS®). As well as providing morphological data on each of the particles being measured, it also provides chemical identification and differentiation of particles within a mixed sample. Information provided by automated imaging techniques is invaluable in a range of industry sectors, including pharmaceuticals, forensics, metal powders, additive manufacturing and battery electrode manufacture. It leads to a deeper understanding of manufacturing processes and material characteristics and helps to resolve issues during the development of new formulations and products.

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