Boom Stand Microscopes

The Science of Art Conservation

admin — Mon, 03 Sep 2007 05:48:11 +0000

The great variety of painting techniques reflects the range of surfaces that are painted on: for instance, tempera technique is used for painting on wood panels and fresco technique for painting on walls. Oil painting is done mainly on canvas, while acrylic, watercolor, gouache and pastels can all be used to paint on paper. (more…)

Experts in Forensic Science

admin — Mon, 03 Sep 2007 05:41:54 +0000

Experts “in their” field are sometimes called to testify during a trial. These experts vary depending on the subject that needs to be clarified or explained. Experts share their views, opinion and, knowledge to the subject through science, experience or study which is beyond comprehension of an ordinary citizen and translated which is comprehensible. (more…)

Analysis and Treatment of a Painting on Vellum with the aid of a Video Microscopy System

admin — Mon, 03 Sep 2007 05:36:06 +0000

The Folger Shakespear Library Conservation Department had under its care a painting that required treatment. Extensively assist by the use of boom stand microscope with vide the objective of the examination was the conservation of the painting on vellum and to find a suitable method of treatment, attain the best results and documenting the procedure completely. The boom stand microscope with video was essential in each stage of examination. This study shows an illustration between technology and conservation. (more…)

Examination of Two Nazi Documents

admin — Mon, 03 Sep 2007 05:33:02 +0000

A scientific case study presented by Dr. David Gracy about two Nazi documents which was a cut out from a World War II pamphlet having a picture on one side and a script on the opposite side. Although the documents were supposedly printed in Germany, upon careful observation using a boom stand microscope the printed language is in Russian. At the bottom of each document Nazi seal and German language can be found. (more…)

Painting Historic Interiors

admin — Mon, 03 Sep 2007 03:59:50 +0000

To most people the process of painting only involves the selection of color, which is usually a means to an end; a protective coating to our homes. But beyond the color and the purpose, it reflects our culture and community and its influences – current and past. It is an expression of ones personality, mood and taste. (more…)

Watch Repair Microscopy Restores History

admin — Fri, 03 Aug 2007 03:33:56 +0000

Ever wonder how scientists and restorers are keen on repairing things from the past? Well, nothing of such restoration would materialize if in the first place they have no knowledge and equipment that would actually locate the problem and the wear-and tear- of the watch. This is the major reason why watch repair microscopy has become famous in such field. (more…)

Special Types of Boom Stand Microscopes for Medical and Technical Use

admin — Fri, 03 Aug 2007 03:33:20 +0000

No matter how we put it boom stand microscopes, as well as other kinds of optical devices, are essential to the realm of science and technology. Any exploration is incomplete without these instruments. However, since there are special types of boom stand microscopes you have to be familiar with the differences—so as not to misuse a particular boom stand microscope as another kind of optical device. (more…)

Steps on How to Use a Boom Stand Microscope

admin — Fri, 03 Aug 2007 03:32:43 +0000

A Boom Stand Microscope is a type of microscope which is escalated on a large boom stand bottom. These stands are further classified into single bar boom stands and dual bar boom stands. There are also the more common types which are simple in build and yet have heavy bases which have metal poles and horizontal rods that hold the head. A more specialized version is an articulating boom stand arm. It can swing and retract on a spring loaded mechanism. Being boom mounted, more productivity can be expected in terms of repairing circuit board and surface escalated device work. They are also tools used for engraving, examination of various documents, and a lot more applications that require a larger working area. It is very versatile as a device as it can be raised to a desired position, lowered to focus more on the object, and turned to get the right positioning. Amazingly, it can swing to any directions around your working area thus saving your working space. (more…)

Uncovering Circuit Board Repair Microscopy

admin — Fri, 03 Aug 2007 03:32:07 +0000

Ever wonder how it would be fun to repair our own circuit boards in our house using the gadgets we own or borrowed from our friends? Aren’t we all really curious as to how these very small boards could be the main part that lets you operate your gadget? Although repairing may be an exciting thing to do, it isn’t just an easy job. Checking for the faulty wires individually consumes a lot of time. Not only will it make your muscles ache from observing closely every part of the board, you would also strain your eyes at looking through all its tiny objects. It requires an absolute concentration, careful inspections on the cause of the malfunctions, observations on the different components in a circuit board and an apprehensive and complete planning on restoring the circuit board to its nearest and perfect performance the day you bought your device. (more…)

A Quick and Easy Guide on Buying a Boom Stand Microscope

admin — Fri, 03 Aug 2007 03:31:33 +0000

Researching can be quite a hassle sometimes. How many times did you encounter problems about your research? How often has it entered on your mind to try and leave it and switch to an easier one? Making a research successful and reliable is a lot of work to do. There are a lot of data gathering, formulation of your own hypotheses through initial examinations and obvious observations, careful experiments, reading related topics, and asking the experts associated with your field. Microscopes are major tools used in most researches today. (more…)