MS is a technique commonly employed in chemistry to ascertain the amounts and types of chemicals present in a test sample. This is done by measuring the mass-tocharge ratio and the abundance of gas phase ions in the sample. The measurement of the mass-to-charge ratio is made on the basis of a mass spectrum, which in general is a plotted version of the ion signals. The mass spectrum is the major source through which one can determine the following: The nature of the sample; whether it is isotopic or elemental The mass of the particles and molecules in the sample The chemical structure of the molecules in the sample

A remote microgrid is a type of localized power grid that is much smaller than a conventional centralized electrical grid. It functions autonomously and produces, distributes, and controls the flow of power that reaches end-users. As it operates independently, it proves highly useful during power failures in central grid systems. In 2014, APAC led the market with a 36.8% market share, followed by the Americas and EMEA.

GaN is a wide bandgap semiconductor material that has emerged as a prominent solution to the drawbacks of its traditional counterpart, silicon, especially in power electronics. A wide bandgap allows a larger flow of energy to move electrons in GaN than in silicon. Silicon has always been the preferred choice for computing and electronic devices since its invention, almost 50 years ago.

A PC peripheral is a device that is connected externally to the PC to enhance its capabilities. For instance, devices such as keyboards, computer mice, printers, scanners, and routers are all called PC peripherals. The global PC peripherals market is experiencing a shift in revenue contribution from the developed markets to the developing markets. Although the developed markets held the majority of the market share in 2014, the market share contribution from the developing countries will overtake the developed markets in the coming years. The global PC peripheral market is expected to witness high growth and is expected to see a CAGR of 2.42% during the forecast period. In terms of products, printers will lead the way, followed by external HDD, pointing devices, PC gaming peripherals, combos and keyboards, headsets, and webcams. In terms of geography, the Americas dominated the market, followed by APAC and EMEA.

Clean benches prevent particle contamination of a workspace and the materials on it by filtering the air around it. They use a high-efficiency particulate arrestance (HEPA) filter to blow air toward the user at constant speeds. A typical clean bench consists of a working space, which is similar to a bench or a table, and air blowing and suction ports. People who work with non-hazardous resources that require clean, particle-free air are the major end-users of clean benches.

Scanning probe microscopy (SPM) was introduced in 1981 as the first technology to provide high atomic resolution. It is a branch of microscopy that uses a physical probe to scan a specimen. SPM microscopes provide high magnification to obtain a 3D image of a specimen. Initially, SPM microscopes were mainly used to measure 3D surface topography. Although they can now be used to measure other surface properties, they are still primarily used for 3D topography. These microscopes were the first to produce real-space images of atomic arrangements on flat surfaces. They form images of surfaces by moving the sharp probe over the sample. The interaction between the probe and the sample and the pressure created by the probe on the sample is monitored, which determine the image resolution.

Portable ultrasound devices are imaging devices that utilize echo-enhanced ultrasound waves to aid in medical diagnosis.

Blood gas and electrolyte analyzers are used to test blood and measure the concentration of hydrogen ions to gauge the acidity level, the pressure of carbon dioxide, and the level of oxygen present in the blood. The pressure of carbon dioxide helps in accessing the acid elimination process of the body, and the pressure of oxygen measures the oxygen absorption efficiency of the body. Blood gas analyzers also measure electrolytes such as sodium, calcium, chloride ions, and bicarbonate ions. The concentration of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and other electrolytes, along with pH, are indicators for diabetes, hemorrhage, drug overdose, shock.

Electric dryers offer a faster drying cycle compared to outdoor drying, which involves drying clothes on the clotheslines. In order to meet the growing needs of consumers, vendors in the electric dryers market are coming up with various product innovations. Some of these innovations include enhancement in technology, improvement in materials used, and wider distribution networks.

The incidence of infectious or genetic eye diseases such as cataracts，conjunctivitis, dry eyes, glaucoma, presbyopia, and other retinal disorders is on the rise. Anatomical and pathological studies of the eye will go a long way in controlling these diseases. Innovative products, such as ophthalmological devices, developed through continuous research are used for the early assertion of the cause of eye infections and provide appropriate treatment.

Physiotherapy, or physical therapy, involves exercises and the use of equipment to treat physical ailments and promote mobility. It has become an essential part of rehabilitation after surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation. Physiotherapy also provides relief to people with injuries and chronic disorders such as stroke, arthritis, and cerebral palsy. The global physiotherapy equipment market is expected to grow steadily during the forecast period at a CAGR of 6.35%. The Americas was the major revenue generator in the market in 2014, followed by EMEA and APAC.

The global watches market has been undergoing rapid technological changes, with vendors continually introducing new and improved features. It is expected to grow at a steady CAGR of 7.6% during the period 2014-2019. In 2014, APAC dominated the global watches market with a share of 41.9%, with Europe and North America following closely.A watch combines fashion and utility. The advent of the mobile phone may have diluted this utility, but as an accessory, the watch remains unchallenged. If anything, there has been a steady rise in demand for Swiss-made luxury watches, which are the benchmark for quality and design in the industry.

Magnetic field imaging using nitrogen-vacancy (NV) centers in diamond has a number of compelling life sciences applications, owing to useful characteristics such as high sensitivity down to nanometer-scale resolution, inherent biocompatibility, no need for electrical sensor contact, and highly- parallel detection of many pixels simultaneously. Quantum Diamond Technologies Inc. (QTDI) has focused primarily in Phase I on one target application and modality: high-throughput, high-sensitivity detection of rare cells and biomarkers. QDTI made significant progress toward this goal in the First Quarter, as reported here.