How the Velocity of Wind Is Measured by Technology
Have you ever stood outside on a blustery day and felt the wind whipping through your…
The Surprising History and Origins of the Anemometer
The next time you check a weather report or see an anemometer spinning on top of…
Measuring the Wind: An Introduction to Anemometers
From daily weather reports to climate modeling, measuring wind has always been crucial for advancing meteorology….
The Invention and Evolution of the Anemometer
From predicting fierce storms to feel-good forecasts about sunny picnic weather, society’s ability to measure the…
How does the anemometer work ?
Wind, a natural phenomenon driven by the Sun’s uneven heating of the Earth’s surface, is a…
Evaluating Coatings for Friction Reduction with High Load Tribometer
Friction and wear are ubiquitous phenomena that occur during the relative motion of solid surfaces in…
Tribometer Design: Improving Friction Measurement Accuracy
The coefficient of friction (COF) is a critically important parameter used to characterize and predict the…
How Does the Tribometer Work?
Friction and wear are ubiquitous phenomena that affect almost every mechanical system. The performance and durability…
How Does a Refractometer Work ?
You’ll see a few common types in action: handheld analog units, digital benchtop models, inline process…
The Power of Refraction: Understanding Refractometers
Refractometers, versatile optical devices, can quantify the refractive index by measuring the extent to which light…