New characterisation method of solid foams

• Optical method using a light beam
• Straightforward, fast and cost effective
• Can be applied to solid foams with a LED source

TECHNOLOGY

• Method relying on light transmittance
• Suitable for open cell foams
• Provides cell size (Φ), pore diameter (a) and diameter of the bridges (ds)

APPLICATIONS

• Quality control of foams
• Suitable for metallic or polymer foams

INNOVATION ADVANTAGES

• Simple and ready to use method
• Non destructive for the sample
• No chemical handling or protocol required
• Portable system