March Online LIVE Seminar! ~Introduction of Accessories for Rheometers for Polymers~

Patented measurement technology adopted! A rheometer that improves the analysis of rheological properties.

The viscoelastic measurement device "Discovery Hybrid Rheometer" controls the surrounding environment and performs measurements over a wide range of force, strain, and strain rate. We offer three models to meet the needs for sensitivity and capability, ranging from the high-sensitivity HR-30 to the versatile HR-10. This product improves all performance and specifications, achieving accurate strain, strain rate, stress control, and normal force, and is equipped with our innovative patented Smart Swap geometry and Smart Swap temperature control system. 【Main Features】 ■ Ultra-low inertia drag cup motor (patented) ■ Next-generation magnetic bearings (patented) ■ High-resolution optical encoder ■ Optical encoder dual reader (patent pending) ■ Normal force rebalance transducer (FRT)

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Independent measurement of stress and strain is possible! Introducing the rotary viscoelastic measurement device/reometer ARES-G2, equipped with excellent features.

The "ARES-G2" is an advanced rotational viscoelastic measurement device/ rheometer for research and material development. It is equipped with dedicated actuators for deformation control for independent shear stress and normal stress measurements, as well as a torque balance transducer (TRT) and a force balance transducer (FRT). It allows for measurements free from device-induced effects across a wide range of stress, strain, and frequency. 【Features】 ■ Excellent data accuracy ■ Superior strain and new stress control ■ Fully integrated high-speed data sampling ■ Isolated power supply ■ New Smart Swap environmental system

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This is an introduction to a food analysis case study by a specialist in analysis. This time, we will reveal the secrets of chocolate's deliciousness through thermal analysis and viscoelasticity.

Measurement capabilities offered by TA Instruments ☆ Thermal analysis / glass transition, crystallization, thermogravimetric analysis, curing reactions, expansion rate, thermal conductivity, shrinkage rate, effects of moisture, etc. ☆ Viscoelastic measurements (rheology, rheometers) / viscoelasticity, elastic modulus, viscosity, stress relaxation, creep, master curves, residual strain, molecular weight, molecular weight distribution, etc. ☆ Microcalorimetry / intermolecular interactions, crystallization, amorphousness, aggregation/precipitation, dispersibility, solubility, compatibility, wettability, stability, adsorption, etc. ☆ Fatigue testing / tensile strength, temperature dependence, viscoelasticity, elastic modulus, viscosity, stress relaxation, creep, master curves, residual strain, etc.

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This is an introduction to a case study of lubricant analysis by a specialist in analysis. This time, we will clarify the shear rate and temperature dependence of frictional behavior using a rheometer.

Measurement capabilities offered by TA Instruments ☆ Thermal analysis / glass transition, crystallization, thermogravimetric analysis, curing reactions, expansion rate, thermal conductivity, shrinkage rate, effects of moisture, etc. ☆ Viscoelastic measurements (rheology, rheometers) / viscoelasticity, elastic modulus, viscosity, stress relaxation, creep, master curves, residual strain, molecular weight, molecular weight distribution, etc. ☆ Microcalorimetry / intermolecular interactions, crystallization, amorphousness, aggregation/precipitation, dispersibility, solubility, compatibility, wettability, stability, adsorption, etc. ☆ Fatigue testing / tensile strength, temperature dependence, viscoelasticity, elastic modulus, viscosity, stress relaxation, creep, master curves, residual strain, etc.

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This is an introduction to case studies of pharmaceutical analysis by a specialist in analysis. This time, we will cover the pharmacokinetics of suppositories and the viscoelastic measurement of hair wax.

The viscoelastic measurement device rheometer "Discovery Hybrid Rheometer" controls the surrounding environment and performs measurements over a wide range of force, strain, and strain rate. We offer three models to meet the needs for sensitivity and capability, ranging from the high-sensitivity HR-30 to the general-purpose HR-10. This product improves various performances and specifications, achieving accurate strain, strain rate, stress control, and normal force, and is equipped with our innovative patented Smart Swap geometry and Smart Swap temperature control system. 【Main Features】 ■ Ultra-low inertia drag cup motor (patented) ■ Magnetic bearings (patented) ■ High-resolution optical encoder ■ Optical encoder dual reader (patent pending) ■ Normal force rebalance transducer (FRT)

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This is the lecture material posted on YouTube ~Rheology: Basic Edition 1~. It is available for free download, so please feel free to make use of it.

Data Content This is a PDF version of the lecture materials from YouTube, converted for better readability. The video consists of a total of 12 pages and provides easy-to-understand explanations for beginners on the following topics: - What is rheology? - What is viscoelasticity? - About measurement modes. I think it might be difficult to understand just from the lecture materials, so please also refer to the YouTube videos below. YouTube TA Summary Site: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk3XzqRdsNQz1hJlqKrfujQ Rheology Basics Part 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_gPrWIK6yYo&t=4s

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This is the lecture material for "Rheology: Basic Edition 2" posted on YouTube. It is available for free download, so please feel free to make use of it.

Data Content This is a PDF version of the lecture materials from YouTube, converted for better readability. The video consists of a total of 12 pages and provides easy-to-understand explanations for beginners on the following topics related to DSC: - What is a flow curve? - Weissenberg effect - Thixotropic I think it might be difficult to understand with just the lecture materials, so please also refer to the YouTube videos below. YouTube TA Summary Site: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk3XzqRdsNQz1hJlqKrfujQ Rheology Basics Part 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P3BxRkHnQ8w

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This is the lecture material posted on YouTube ~Rheology: Basic Edition 3~. It is available for free download, so please feel free to make use of it.

Data Content This is a PDF version of the lecture materials from YouTube, converted for easier viewing. The video consists of a total of 12 pages and provides easy-to-understand explanations for beginners on the following topics: - Rheology of dispersed systems - Emulsions - Carbon black-containing materials I think it may be difficult to understand just from the lecture materials, so please also refer to the YouTube videos below. YouTube TA Summary Site: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk3XzqRdsNQz1hJlqKrfujQ Rheology Basics Part 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VmGG8yTRs8Q

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Nitto Kohki will hold the "2024 Attack Fair in Ichihara" at the "Yume Hall" for two days from December 11 (Wednesday) to December 12 (Thursday), 2024. The Attack Fair is an exhibition where you can actually "see, touch, and operate" Nitto Kohki's products. Additionally, there will be wonderful souvenirs for visitors and many fun activities prepared. We look forward to welcoming everyone!

Nitto Kohki will hold the "2025 Attack Fair in Kurume" at the "Local Production Kurume General Exhibition Hall" for two days from February 13 (Thursday) to February 14 (Friday), 2025. The Attack Fair is an exhibition where you can actually "see, touch, and operate" Nitto Kohki's products. Additionally, there will be wonderful commemorative gifts for visitors and many fun activities prepared. We look forward to welcoming everyone!

**Seminar Overview** The construction industry faces many challenges, including a shortage of personnel, regulations on maximum working hours, and the need for efficiency improvements. Additionally, the transmission of skills due to an aging workforce has become a significant issue, with a high turnover rate among younger employees who are supposed to carry on these skills. In this seminar, we will discuss the causes of turnover based on case studies and explain key points on how to reduce turnover rates by advancing IT integration.

**Seminar Overview** "Generative AI," which is gaining attention as a method for improving business efficiency and utilizing internal digital transformation (DX), can be influenced by the literacy of the employees using it, potentially increasing the burden of work instead. In this seminar, we will discuss the current challenges of generative AI while providing examples of how it can be used to enhance business efficiency. We will also explain how to utilize generative AI in a way that achieves efficiency without being dependent on the user's skills. We hope this will serve as a reference for considering the use of generative AI.

**Seminar Overview** The reality that young members leave their jobs due to miscommunication with their superiors occurs in every industry. This is also true in the construction industry. The long-standing issues of labor shortages, regulations on working hours, and the challenges of passing on skills due to an aging workforce are significant problems. However, the misalignment in communication with young employees, who are supposed to be receiving this knowledge, may actually worsen the situation. In this seminar, we will discuss the causes of communication gaps as seen through case studies, and talk about methods for skill transfer, knowledge accumulation, and smooth internal communication using IT tools.