Material analysis flow

Owing to the advance in the technology, the operation of the analyzer has come to be easier and be affordable. However, the material analysis is not something that can be completed just by placing the sample in the equipment and pushing the start button.
The most important thing is to clarify the frame based on ;
- For what the analysis / evaluation is required?
- How you utilize the result?
With the clear definition of the analysis plan, it is sure that the analysis would contribute you.

Clarification of the objective

The fundamental part for the analysis. Objective shall be understood correctly among the staff involved.
e.g. To verify the regulatory compliance, improve the yield, for the corrective action against the failure.

Expected output

The points that you want to know through the material analysis, such as configuration, the source of the foreign material.
The level of the demonstration required, such as to support the hypothesis, to present at the court.

Constrained conditions

Budget, due date, sample size, sample counts, etc.

Selection of the analysis method

Clarify the method suitable for the sample size, required level for the analysis output.
Figure out the analysis plan by combining the several methods.

Sample requirements

Select the specimen, and the area to analyze.
Making the specimen.
Prevention against the confusion, or other possible failure in dealing the sample.

Review

Findings. Review the output if it satisfies the requirements and suits for the objective.
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