Ceramic Phase Analysis

Automation Focused
Our goal is straightforward: to automate as much of your ceramic phase analysis as possible, through either fully automated or supervised workflows. MIPAR eliminates the need for manual point counting, intercept drawing, or whole grain annotation. Simply open an image, load your tailored recipe, and generate a report ready to share.
 
Material Overview
Phase analysis in ceramic materials is vital for assessing material quality and predicting material properties such as mechanical, thermal, and corrosion properties. Understanding phase behavior at high temperatures is critical for optimizing the performance of these materials.
 
Challenges
Automating phase analysis in ceramics is challenging due to the complex and often inhomogeneous phase compositions, which require high-resolution imaging for accurate differentiation. The variability in phase distribution, coupled with the effects of sintering and heat treatment on phase composition, adds to the complexity of the analysis. Variations in chemical composition further complicate the identification and quantification of different phases. Additionally, the quality of sample preparation and the development of sophisticated algorithms are crucial for reliable phase analysis in ceramics.
 
MIPAR Solution
By combining robust Deep Learning models with conventional image analysis approaches, MIPAR quickly and accurately detects individual ceramic phases. Once detected, phases can be automatically measured using classic area fraction and area measurements or following a custom definition. By detecting individual phases, MIPAR enables size, shape, and orientation characterization, providing valuable insights into the material properties.
 
Advantages
Save time, eliminate inter-operator variability, and gain a deeper understanding of your ceramic microstructure while gaining confidence in the quality of your measurements.
 
MIPAR Users
Ideal for metallurgists, materials scientists, research, and quality control professionals in the ceramic manufacturing industry.
 
Technical Details
MIPAR supports over 150 file types from a wide range of instrument types and manufacturers, including automated calibration and metadata import. Micrographs can be processed in batches, and MIPAR includes a batch review environment to ensure detection and measurement accuracy. To ensure data privacy and security, the software runs locally on your workstation, without the need for an internet connection.

System Requirements
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Demo
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Support
Connect with our Applications Engineers, who bring years of experience in Materials Science and automated micrograph analysis. Our support team is dedicated to partnering with you in your scientific pursuits.

​Cost
License costs vary depending on the type of license and the number of operators. Submit a quote request, and a representative will get back to you as soon as possible.

Resources
•  Ceramic Grain Size
•  Ceramic Defect Analysis
​​•  Citations

Check Out Our Products

MIPAR Base: our core product to analyze images from almost any source. Extensions enable Deep Learning models, Word reports and 3D data analysis.  MIPAR Base Page >>

​Microscope Software: capture, analyze and report all in a single workflow with MIPAR Live. Check to see if your camera is supported. MIPAR Live Page >> ​​

Compliance Software: analyze, report, and approve in a 21 CFR Part 11 or GMP Annex 11 compliant environment with traceability. MIPAR Checkpoint Page >> ​​

MIPAR APIs: tools to help integrate MIPAR detection and measurement solutions into other software applications and workflows. APIs Page >> ​​​

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